Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill

06/23/2026

Go Inside the Archives to learn about a new acquisition of Shaker oval boxes our Collections Team recently received. You can purchase your own set of Shaker oval boxes in our onsite or online Shop: shop.shakervillageky.org

06/22/2026

Did you know that the Village is home to one of Kentucky's largest collections of historic, dry stacked stone fences? It's true and you're invited to join the Dry Stone Conservancy for a two-day workshop, July 11-12, to learn how to care for and repair these remarkable pieces of Kentucky culture. ⁠
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Learn more: https://shakervillageky.org/events/drystone-2026-1/

06/18/2026

Three great options for lunch or dinner at The Trustees' Table.

Fried Chicken Salad featuring Iceberg Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, Applewood Bacon, Smoked Cheddar Cheese, Hard Cooked Egg, Eggleston Farms Fried Chicken Tenders, Buttermilk Ranch.

Mozzarella & Fig Flatbread made with Pinsa Crust, Boursin Cheese, Smoked Mozzarella, Fig Jam, Dressed Greens. Pro tip: add country ham!

Garden Vegetable Primavera for vegetarians or add grilled chicken for some protein includes Local Garden Vegetables, Lexington Pasta, Basil White Wine Cream, Sundried Tomatoes.

Reservations available here: https://shakervillageky.org/the-trustees-table/

06/17/2026

If you're interested in topics relating to the history of American religious freedom then we invite you to join us for the inaugural Symposium on American Religious History on June 26-27.

Tickets are available at two levels, and the weekend features lectures, panel discussions and keynote address from Yale, Wellesley, Penn and Washington University. The symposium is supported with funding from the Kentucky Historical Society, and generously sponsored by Stephen Gray and Lisa Gumm-Gray.

Learn More: https://shakervillageky.org/events/symposium-on-american-religious-history/

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Membership is your way to experience the Village in every season.⁠
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As the Village comes into spring, each visit offers something different, a change in the landscape, a new experience or simply time to slow down and take it in.⁠
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It’s an invitation to return, again and again.⁠
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Discover Membership: https://shakervillageky.org/membership/

06/15/2026

Join the Preserve team on Thursday, July 2 to learn about some of the plant species that grow in the riparian zone of the Kentucky River at Shaker Landing! Riparian (meaning "near flowing water") plants are tolerant of occasional flooding and are generally only found in areas that are consistently moist. Participants on this hike will learn about the ecology of riverine systems and how to identify plants.

Tickets: https://shakervillageky.org/events/riparian-plants-of-the-kentucky-river-hike-2026/

06/14/2026

Join us on Saturday, June 27 for a Butterfly Walk. This guided stroll through the historic Village grounds will give you a closer look at some of the many butterflies that call it home. Guest will learn how to attract and identify common butterflies.

Tickets: https://shakervillageky.org/events/butterfly-walk-2026/

06/13/2026

Only one week until Vintage Dad's Day on Saturday, June 20 from noon-4:00 p.m.
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There's a full lineup of dad-inspired activities including an 1860's style baseball game, classic car show, axe throwing, hay rides, tools, ci**rs, beer and Wilderness Trail Bourbon.⁠
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You won't want to miss the dad approved contests including pie eating, beard and mustache pageant (scroll through to see last year's majestic stache winner), and the rad dad fashion show!⁠
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Grab tickets at the early bird rate until June 16: https://shakervillageky.org/events/vintage-dads-day-2026/

06/11/2026

Come along as we harvest mulberries from some trees on property. Don't be surprised if you see them on your plate at The Trustees' Table! Make a reservation to enjoy them today: shakervillageky.org/the-trustees-table