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SHAKER VILLAGENestled on nearly 3,000 acres of rolling countryside, Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is America’s largest restored Shaker community. All proceeds from visitor services are used to preserve and maintain this National Historic Landmark, which includes 34 restored 19th century buildings and an extensive collection of Shaker artifacts.

DISCOVERThe Village bustles with a changing schedule of hands-on programs, hikes and activities. Pick up a daily schedule at the Admission Booth. Admission is $15 Ages 13 & Above, $5 Ages 6-12, Free 5 & Under.

STAYThe Inn at Shaker Village features guest rooms, suites and cottages. 800.734.5611 ext. 211 or online at shakervillageky.org.

DINEOur dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. 800.734.5611 ext. 360.

SHOPShop new holiday merchandise in our three unique shops. Open daily from 9:30AM-5:30PM.

RIDEBring your horse and ride the trails. $10 daily riding fee. Boarding available. Registration required at the Stable or the Carpenters’ Shop.

SUPPORTBecome a Friend of Shaker Village to receive free admission and help preserve this National Historic Landmark.

INFORMATION shakervillageky.org800.734.5611 ext. 1545Schedule subject to change.

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Enter to Win a weekend getaway at The Inn with any holiday purchase at The Shops!

the simple giftsShop for the perfect handmade and

seasonal gifts for friends and family in our three unique shops or online.

give a friends membershipGive the gift of free Village admission and other

perks for an entire year. Find out more about our Friends program online at shakervillageky.org.

gift certificatesGive a Shaker Village gift certificate that

can be used toward an overnight stay, dining, shopping or special events.

This season, Shaker

Village will bustle

with light-hearted

moments that

remind us of long-

ago winter days

filled with wonder

& laughter. Make

time to delight in

life’s simple gifts

with family and

friends, as lively

music, merriment

and twinkling

lights illuminate

the Village.

BLESSING OF THE HOUNDSNOVEMBER 29BREAKFAST + SPIRITS 9AM | BLESSING 10AM Join Shaker Village and the Woodford Hounds fox hunters for this grand, traditional event featuring a blessing of the hounds, riders and the fox; followed by the first meet of the formal hunting season. Warm up with à la carte grilled ham biscuits, Bloody Marys and Irish coffee alongside roaring outdoor fire pits.

CHRISTMAS TOURS + MUSICNOVEMBER 28–DECEMBER 20Enjoy guided tours of Centre Family, solo holiday music performances, and hands-on textile, woodworking and broom making activities. Dining and overnight guests receive complimentary admission. $15 AGES 13 & ABOVE, $5 AGES 6-12, FREE 5 & UNDER

HOLIDAY LUNCHEONSDECEMBER 1–31SUN–WED 11:30AM–3PM | THURS–SAT 11:30AM–1:30PMPerfect for special seasonal gatherings! Savor Shaker Village holiday favorites during this five-course luncheon tea. The menu features Pleasant Hill tomato celery soup, scones, tart of the day, assorted tea sandwiches and desserts fresh from the bakery. Reservations necessary; 800.734.5611 ext. 360. $19.95 PER PERSON

AFTERNOON TEASDECEMBER 1–31 THURS–SAT 2:30PM–4PM Enjoy an afternoon with friends and family with orange spiced tea, freshly baked scones, and assorted homemade sweets and savories. Reservations necessary; 800.734.5611 ext. 360. $15.95 PER PERSON

CHLDREN’S TEA TIME WITH MRS. CLAUSDECEMBER 6, 13 + 20 3PM–4:15PM Dress your little ones in their holiday finery for an afternoon with Mrs. Claus. Enjoy spiced cider, cookies and sandwiches made special for little fingers. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Reservations necessary; 800.734.5611 ext. 360. $10.95 PER PERSON (ALL AGES)

In addition to special holiday offerings, see everyday activities on page 5.

SOLO HOLIDAY MUSIC11AM, 1PM + 3PMThe Meeting House will be filled with solo performances of joyous holiday music.

THE SHAKER TREEStop by with the family to string popcorn and cranberries, make paper chains and help decorate the Centre Family Dwelling Christmas tree.

HISTORIC CRAFTS See textile, woodworking and broom making demonstrations in the Centre Family Dwelling.

THE SHOPS9:30AM–5:30PM PLUS EXTENDED WEEKEND HOURSFeaturing 10% off all regularly-priced merchandise! The shops have been filled to the brim with new merchandise brought in to celebrate the holiday season.

EVERYDAY HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

For the Shakers, Christmas was a

day of reconciliation, forgiveness and charity. It was a time for giving

and forgiving. The Shakers were always conscious of their duty to those less fortunate than themselves. Each Christmas, members of the Society contributed

items to the “poor boxes,” which would be packed with clothing, food and other useful household items. The

boxes would be carried to the Trustees’ Office,

where they were distributed to the needy

throughout the year.

Thanks to a partnership

with The Garden Club of

Danville, Shaker Village

will be adorned with

holiday swags, wreaths

and garlands made from

traditional fresh greenery

and rolls of red ribbon.

Each evening, the Village

turnpike and our 31-foot

Norway spruce will glow

with thousands of lights.

SPECIAL MUSIC Listen to holiday favorites performed by a variety of regional musicians in the Meeting House. See schedule on the right.

PHOTOS WITH MRS. CLAUS 4PM–6PM Stop by the decorated sleigh to meet Mrs. Claus and pose for a holiday snapshot you can share with family and friends. Saturdays, Dec. 6, 13 and 20 only.

THE ELF SHOP 4PM–7PM Visit Santa’s helpers while making a new craft each night.

JINGLE BELL SHUTTLE 4PM–8PMCatch a ride on a festive wagon as it travels down the Village paths. $5 PER PERSON

BONFIRES + HOT CHOCOLATE STATIONS 4PM–8PM Warm up around our fire pits and enjoy delicious complimentary hot chocolate and spiced cider.

CANDLELIGHT GUIDED TOUR 5PM + 7:30PMTake a lantern-lit Christmas tour of Centre Family Dwelling.

LIGHTING OF THE TREE + CAROLS 7PM Help light our 31-foot Norway spruce, then sing a few favorite Christmas carols.

*Schedule subject to change.

SPECIAL MUSIC

ILLUMINATED EVENINGSFRIDAY AND SATURDAYS NOV 28 – DEC 204PM–8PM $5 AGES 6 & ABOVE, FREE 5 & UNDER Donations of new gloves, hats and scarves for the Shaker Village Giving Tree suggested. Items will be given to the Lexington Rescue Mission. Day admission, dining and overnight guests receive complimentary admission.

NOV 29 at 4PMBluegrass Dulcimer Club

DEC 5 at 6PMSayre Singers, Spartones and Acoustics

DEC 6 at 4PMDanville Children’s Chorus

DEC 6 at 6PMPleasant Hill Singers

DEC 12 at 6PMAppalachian Aires

DEC 13 at 4PMClassical Christian Choir of Central Kentucky

DEC 13 at 6PMDanville New Horizons Band

DEC 19 at 6PMCantabile Choir

DEC 20 at 4PMKentuckians Chorus

DEC 20 at 6PMCarillon Handbell Choir

HOLIDAY GIFT WORKSHOPSHAND–HELD BROOM MAKINGDEC 6, 10AM–2PM The Shakers are world famous for their brooms. Learn this traditional craft by making two hand-held brooms—a bundle brush and turkey-wing. $35 PER PERSON

HOLIDAY REED STARSDEC 13, 10AM–2PM Learn how to weave the intricate star pattern using reed, which can be replicated at home in a variety of sizes and materials. Each participant will take home two reed stars. $25 PER PERSON

Included in Illuminated Evenings. See complete schedule online.

SELF-GUIDED TOURS Exhibit themes include Lost and Found, Holiday Traditions and more. Try your hand at spinning, weaving, broom making and woodworking.

SHAKER MUSIC Listen to a solo music performance of Shaker songs and hymns.

DISCOVERY TOURS Take an introductory, guided walk through the Historic Centre.

TALKS + TOURS Enjoy a variety of staff-led activities throughout the Village.

SEED TO TABLE See inside our greenhouse and learn how to prepare seeds for the spring growing season. Find out how to prepare your backyard for next year’s garden.

MEET THE ANIMALS Visit the farm to meet our Percheron mares, Scottish Highland steers, American Lineback calves, chickens, sheep and more!

CHICKEN ROUND-UP Herd the chickens into the coop for the night.

HIKE THE TRAILS Bundle up and get outdoors to breathe the crisp fresh air, explore creek beds for animal tracks, and search for migrating and native birds.

See daily schedule for times and locations. Everyday activities are included in Village admission, unless otherwise noted.

FROM THE PROGRAM SPECIALIST

WEEKEND $5 AFTER 5:00Enjoy reduced admission to evening programs and activities! Purchase tickets at the Trustees’ Office. Complimentary with daytime Village admission. Special rate begins at 4PM. Visit shakervillageky.org for dates and times. Fridays and Saturdays beginning in January.

EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES

It’s an entire new season at Shaker Village. Don’t let the shorter days and chilly weather give you cabin fever. A variety of activities will be going on throughout the Village all winter long. See new holiday exhibits and learn new skills at heritage craft workshops, including Reed Stars and Broom Making. Venture outside in the warm glow of a lantern for a variety of $5 After 5:00 tours and winter exploration hikes. The Village will offer a full schedule of activities for all ages to inspire, entertain and engage. Drop in for a few hours or stay a full weekend for workshops, talks and other activities. Be sure to sign up for our newsletter or visit our website for the latest daily offerings.

JILL MALUSKYDirector of Visitor Engagement

FAMILY FUN DAYS Drop in for a different hands-on activity each afternoon. Topics include knitting, quilting, broomcorn crafts and more. Saturdays and Sundays beginning in January.

ANNUAL EQUESTRIAN PASS Ride through forests, prairies and streams as you explore Shaker Village’s trails. See pricing online at shakervillageky.org. Call 800.734.5611 ext. 211 or visit the Trustees’ Office to purchase passes.

Winter Explorer WeekendsBundle up and join us for one of our interactive and

engaging winter weekend programs! Each weekend features evening activities, hands-on workshops, lively talks and

round table discussions on a variety of topics. Complete your experience by spending the night and enjoying meals

in the Trustees’ Office Dining Room. Receive a 10% discount on overnight rooms when you stay for one night or

a 20% discount when you stay for two nights.

New Year Rejuvenation JAN 23–25 Looking for a great way to start off the New Year? Renew your mind, body and soul with a relaxing wellness weekend that includes yoga flows, massage instruction, an herbal products workshop, nutrition talks and more.

Homesteading + Self-sufficiency JAN 30–FEB 1Ever wondered how to become a backyard farmer? Learn the skill set necessary to become more self-sufficient in your everyday life. Take home tips on food preservation, gardening, complimentary systems and small livestock, and map out how your property can become a homestead.

Landscape + Habitat Management FEB 6–8Wintertime affords a new landscape for viewing Shaker Village’s 3,000 acres of discovery. Hike through the nation’s largest private collection of rock walls, observe the oldest exposed rock formations in the state without the hindrance of changing foliage, and learn habitat management techniques first-hand.

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give a weekend getawayNeed a unique gift for a unique person?

Give a weekend at Shaker Village! Reserve their place online at shakervillageky.org or

by calling 800.734.5611 ext. 1545.

Relaxation Getaway FEB 13–15Escape for a weekend of rest and relaxation. Try different types and levels of yoga, practice Thai massage techniques, make herbal home and health products, and discover ways to incorporate holistic wellness into your daily routine.

Friends’ Weekend FEB 20–22Friends of Shaker Village will enjoy a sampling of our most popular activities, as well as an array of special experiences and a behind-the-scenes look at our 10,000-piece collection. Included in this weekend is a bourbon-inspired dinner, featuring the best of Kentucky’s spirit.

Wildlife Conservation FEB 27–MARCH 1Experience birdwatching trips and wildlife tours, and participate in wildlife population surveys to see how we have transformed our 3,000 acres and produced one of the highest rates of diversity for woodland and grassland birds in the state.

Primitive Skills + Survival MARCH 6–8 Have you always wanted to be a scout? Here’s your opportunity to learn how to start a fire, build a shelter, forage and cook what you gather, and prepare and plan for an emergency. Get back to the basics and find out how to survive in the wilderness.

Journalism, Literature + Art MARCH 13–15 The Shakers kept extensive journals of their time at Pleasant Hill. Learn about their penmanship and the meaning behind Shaker spirit drawings. Join us for a reception celebrating the opening of the Village’s newest art exhibit.

Shaker Simplicity MARCH 20–22 Looking for an in-depth introduction to Pleasant Hill? Enjoy a weekend of talks and discussions about Shaker history, learn to make a Shaker broom or reed stars, and explore our extensive collection of Shaker artifacts.

For details and to make a reservation, visit shakervillageky.org or call 800.734.5611 ext. 1545.

BOURBON

DINNERFEBRUARY 21

SPEND A TOASTY, WINTER EVENING ENJOYING

A FOUR-COURSE, BOURBON-INSPIRED

DINNER. FOR DETAILS AND TO REGISTER,

VISIT SHAKERVILLAGEKY.ORG OR

CALL 800.734.5611 EXT. 1545.

6:30 IN THE EVENING

Make it a weekend! Book a room and receive a 10% discount on overnight accommodations.

New Year’s Eve PackageDEC 31 Leave the madness behind for a relaxing New Year’s evening at Shaker Village. Includes one-night accommodations for two adults, New Year’s Day breakfast buffet and complimentary tour admission.

Sweet Valentine’s PackageFEB 13 + 14 Escape with your loved one to this peaceful Village nestled in the quiet Kentucky countryside. Includes one-night accommodations for two adults, hot breakfast buffet, 10% off all retail purchases and complimentary tour admission. Also, ask about special Valentine’s Day amenities available for pre-purchase. See page 10 for other Valentine’s weekend specials happening in the Village!

Cozy Week Day PackageSUNDAYS–THURSDAYS Take advantage of discounted mid-week room rates this Winter. Includes accommodations, breakfast and complimentary tour admission. Valid January and February only.

Winter Weekend PackageSATURDAY NIGHTS IN JANUARY Relaxing rates and dinner make it easier than ever to reconnect with a restful retreat. Includes one-night accommodations, bonfire and marshmallows, hot breakfast buffet, 10% off retail purchases and complimentary tour admission.

*Prices vary based on overnight room selection and availability. Please call for more information.

RESERVE TODAY! Call 800.734.5611 ext. 211

to receive special rate.

shaker village events

BLESSING OF THE HOUNDS

NOV 28-DEC 31THE HOLIDAYSShaker Village will bustle with light-hearted moments that remind us of long ago winter days filled with wonder and laughter.

JAN 23–25NEW YEAR REJUVENATION Renew your mind, body and soul with a holistic wellness weekend.

JAN 30–FEB 1HOMESTEADING + SELF-SUFFICIENCY Develop the skill set necessary to become a backyard farmer.

FEB 6–8LANDSCAPE + HABITAT MANAGEMENT Explore the Preserve with a focus on the winter landscape.

FEB 13–15RELAXATION GETAWAY Practice yoga, learn Thai massage and relax during a weekend meant for singles or couples.

FEB 20–22FRIENDS’ WEEKENDEnjoy a sampling of our most popular activities, as well as an array of special experiences.

FEB 21BOURBON DINNERSpend a toasty, winter evening enjoying a four-course, bourbon-inspired dinner.

FEB 20–MARCH 27FISH FRY FRIDAYS Spend time with family and friends during a good-old-fashioned fish fry, served on Friday nights.

NOV 28-DEC 20ILLUMINATED EVENINGSMake time to delight in life’s simple gifts with family and friends, as lively music, merriment and candlelight illuminate the Village.

shaker village events

2015 Event Calendar OnlineVisit shakervillageky.org, or call

800.734.5611 ext. 1545 for complete planning information.

FEB 27–MARCH 1WILDLIFE CONSERVATION Experience birdwatching trips and wildlife tours, and participate in wildlife population surveys.

MARCH 6–8PRIMITIVE SKILLS + SURVIVAL Get back to the basics and find out how to survive in the wilderness.

MARCH 13–15JOURNALISM, LITERATURE + ART Learn about Shaker penmanship and spirit drawings, and celebrate the Village’s newest art exhibit.

MARCH 20–22SHAKER SIMPLICITY Explore Pleasant Hill artifacts, discuss Shaker history and create homemade crafts to keep or give as gifts.

MARCH 7–28MAPLE SYRUP BREAKFASTS Sit down to a buffet breakfast of southern favorites, served on Saturday mornings.

APRIL 4–25BREAKFAST WITH THE BABIES Enjoy a kid-friendly buffet breakfast, then meet the newest additions to our farm family.

MAY 22–24CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL Spend the weekend with world-acclaimed chamber musicians.

JUNE 20–21ANTIQUES SHOW + SALE Shop a diverse range of antiques from more than 50 of the nation’s top dealers.

AUG 1–2CRAFT FAIR Browse an assortment of crafts from the elite among regional artisans.

SEPT 26–27HARVESTFEST Kickoff fall with a down-home celebration for the entire family.

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