Hancock Shaker Village
1843 West Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, Massachusetts 01201
About the Business
Hancock Shaker Village, located at 1843 West Housatonic Street in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, is a museum and tourist attraction celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Shakers' arrival in America. The village honors the contributions of leader Ann Lee and her followers, showcasing exhibits that highlight the history and influence of the Shaker Sisters who lived at Hancock. Visitors can explore historical narratives through various mediums such as images, writings, music, and objects used in the Shakers' daily lives.
The institution also features contemporary reflections on the contributions of the Shaker Sisters through the work of women artists inspired by Shaker women. Hancock Shaker Village was recently featured in a commercial promoting tourism in Massachusetts, showcasing its living history museum in the beautiful Berkshires region.
Visitors can become members to support the preservation of the Shaker story and enjoy access to multifaceted programming in art, music, farming, food, and thought. The village also offers wedding packages against the backdrop of its serene Shaker farm. During the winter months, the village is open by appointment only, and visitors can shop at the Shaker Mercantile without purchasing a museum ticket. For more information, contact Hancock Shaker Village at (413) 443-0188.
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1843 W Housatonic St, Pittsfield, MA 01201, United States
Opening hours
Monday:
Closed
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
Closed
Thursday:
Closed
Friday:
11:00 - 16:00
Saturday:
11:00 - 16:00
Sunday:
11:00 - 16:00
Reviews
"There are 20 buildings spread out on both sides of Rt 20 and many have steps so there is a lot of walking involved. It was very quiet when we went which was nice. I suggest going in the fall as it was beautiful with the leaves changing along with the view of the mountains. Each building was posted with signs that explained their use. It is like walking back through time. I missed the animals because we didn't directly walk by them somehow. We spent about 3 hours here."
"What a lovely, lovely place. I'd been here for a few special events but this was my first opportunity to take a good long time to wander the grounds. I learned so much and the folks working or volunteering here or there were more than willing to share or show what they know. Yep, it was a Christian religious site and that is emphasized in part of the presentations. Go here knowing that for the Shakers this was a religious vision that included art, inclusion, ecology, equity, and service. A few more things to think about as a visitor... The grounds are bigger than I thought they were and go on both sides of the road. I spent about 90 minutes there and probably saw about half the property. Either plan ahead to see what you want to see or plan more time than I did to see the whole thing. Although the visitor's center is accessible, there are board walks throughout the property, and there is an accessible trail, know that there are still a few places that can only be accessed by stairs or walking across uneven grass. Considering the emphasis here is the history of the place, they've done a tremendous job with making the facility as accessible as possible while maintaining historical integrity. Finally, know that a good bit of your time will be spent in between places outdoors and in some buildings without heat or cooling. Dress more like you would for a day hike than a trip to a museum. This is a special place here in the Berkshires. In the middle of so much hopeless, divisive, and discouraging news it's good to come to a place where people sought - and for a while found - a vision for a more hopeful future."
"We had a great time visiting this site. It's so well preserved and the variety of artifacts on display in the different building help present a really complete picture of the shaker community. We went on a weekend where there were a lot of demonstrations happening too, so that really brought the community to life."
"There is a lot of history and interesting expositions there. Kids will have fun watching animals and get a lot of activities. Very nice shop with great choices of souvenirs and organic products. It is a pretty good hamburger cafe there, too."
"This place has alot of very interesting history. If you enjoy learning this is a great place for all ages. While visiting, we learned about basket making, the round stone building, pet some of the animals, viewed the bees in their hive, and weaved with the "machine". This gift shop and food offering were reasonable and very nice. Well worth the 20.00 admission."
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