Shaker village of pleasant hill harrodsburg 2020 all you. Shaker village of pleasant hill is a landmark destination that shares 3,000 acres of discovery in the spirit of the kentucky shakers. Decades of experience in managing more than 60 historic sites led maynard down continue reading. Shaker village holds more than 4,000 3dimensional objects and well over 5,000 library and archival items in its collection. A quiet weekend here, two hours south of cincinnati, is a simple gift, indeed. Book now the inn discover warm and welcoming hospitality shaker village has. An interesting book, interweaving fascinating stories of shaker history. Old shakertown and the shakers by daniel machir hutton, 80 page paperback, 198287.
Pleasant hill, kentucky, usa, is the site of a shaker religious community that was active from 1805 to 1910. Index to certificate of death village of pleasant hill, ohio 1029321234. May 03, 2018 the kentucky museum and heritage alliance kmha, the states professional association for museums and local history organizations, recently held a history relevance workshop at shaker village of. Plan a getaway stay at the inn the inn features 72 guest rooms, suites and private cottages spread throughout historic shaker village buildings. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Unlike many shaker communities, the architecture of pleasant hill was strongly influenced by one individual micajah burnett. Pleasant hill has been 200 years in existence, and is one of the restored shaker villages in the eastern united states. An old sign marks the mileage from pleasant hills bucolic main street now off the main highway. Aug 19, 2014 in my shaker books, i use the shaker village of pleasant hill in kentucky as the setting for my fictional harmony hill shaker village. Due to the historic features of shaker village, accessibility to guests with physical disabilities is limited.
Collections and archives the collection at shaker village of pleasant hill documents the long history of pleasant hill, both during and after the shaker era. Shaker village of pleasant hill, kentucky runaway rowes. This restored village is serene and beautiful and reflects the lives and work of the shakers to perfection. Mount lebanon, dutch bros, clothing and textile, historical clothing, the past. Shaker ghost stories from pleasant hill by thomas freese. Poster spiral staircase shaker village of pleasant hill shop. Home to the third largest shaker community in the united states between 1805 and 1910, the vibrant site offers experiences designed to ignite curiosity, expand imaginations and inspire generations. Located in harrodsburg, shaker village of pleasant hill has a restaurant, free bikes, garden, and free wifi.
By 1815, he was creating village layouts complete dwellings, barns, craft shops, and a. Visit shaker village of pleasant hill near harrodsburg, ky. The following books may be used, and kept in retiring rooms, viz. Founded in 1806, shaker village of pleasant hill, kentucky, was a thriving community located in the center of the bluegrass region. Shaker village of pleasant hill lexington public library. Click here to visit the shaker village of pleasant hill website. That shaker village located not far from where i live, has been restored as a living history museum showing how the shakers lived. Shaker village is about 30 minutes away from lexington but is truly worlds apart. History relevance workshop at shaker village at pleasant hill. Books currently on shelves in history center library. Harrodsburg, about 25 miles south of lexington, is a sixhour drive from cleveland, south on i71 and i75, west on u. You might start digging now into union records online for the civil war. Pleasant hill, 18621910, register of the kentucky historical society volume.
The pleasant hill shakers are recognized for their iconic architecture, skilled craftsmanship and profound spirituality, but the story doesnt end there. The village is a nonprofit national historic landmark. Shaker village of pleasant hill is one of kentuckys most tranquil and beautiful places. Shaker village of pleasant hill is the largest grouping of in situ buildings erected by the united society of believers in christs second appearing, commonly known as the shakers. Within the nearly 200 glossy pages of this fullcolor commemorative book, one can take a pictorial walking tour of the village, beginning at the western edge of the property and moving eastward with the photos taken. After the civil war, a steadily shrinking membership resulted in the gradual decline of this remarkable community, and the. Shaker village of pleasant hill, harrodsburg, kentucky. After the civil war, a steadily shrinking membership resulted in the gradual decline of this remarkable community, and the last remaining shaker to reside at pleasant hill died in 1923. Shaker village of pleasant hill, or shakertown, as it is known by residents of the area, is located 25 miles 40 km southwest of lexington, in.
In 1805, a group of shakers came to central kentucky and established a village they named pleasant hill. The 10 best hotels near shaker village of pleasant hill in. Home to the third largest shaker community in the united. In 1824, the whitewater shaker settlement was established in southwestern ohio. Decades of experience in managing more than 60 historic sites led. Its perfect for anyone curious about the place or religious order, yet it leaves plenty of unanswered questions begging further study. A brief history of the rise of the united society of believers in christs second coming, the establishment of the pleasant hill colony, their beliefs, customs and pathetic end. Stroll the grounds, sit and ponder what the village must have been like when it was a vibrant faith community, and then enjoy a meal at the trustees table. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. At its peak in the 1820s, pleasant hill was the thirdlargest of 19 shaker communities that stretched from maine to kentucky, but after the civil war, it began to decline, and finally closed as a religious community in 1910. Shaker village of pleasant hill 3501 lexington road, harrodsburg ky 40330 859. Shaker village of pleasant hill, or shakertown, as it is known by residents of. The hidden presence of a shaker library the on being project. In 1805, a small group of shakers came to central kentucky and established a remarkable community they called pleasant hill.
In 1805 three shaker missionaries traveled to kentucky and established a community they called pleasant hill. Jul 09, 2018 shaker village is about 30 minutes away from lexington but is truly worlds apart. In 1961, a group of locals took the responsibility of refurbishing the buildings and having it reopened as shaker village of pleasant hill usnps where there is now a history museum, guided tours, riverboat rides, a nature preserve, a craft store, an inn, dining and other special events shaker village of. Maynards energy and enthusiasm is contagious, along with his contemporary approach to leading shaker village of pleasant hill. Books currently on shelves in history center library 1953 smoke signal1954. Founded in 1806, shaker village of pleasant hill, kentucky, was a thriving community. With 34 original shaker structures, the site is home to the. A critical look at the history of the shakers in america to understand our relationship to austerity and abundance. After the civil war, a steadily shrinking membership resulted in the gradual decline of this remarkable community, and the last remaining shaker to.
Poster spiral staircase the shops at shaker village. A residence in a shaker village in pleasant hill, kentucky. The community declined after the civil war and was dissolved in 1910. Thus was born shaker village of pleasant hill and the acquisition, restorations and preservation of the community began. Shaker village of pleasant hill harrodsburg 2020 all. During a 105year span, the pleasant hill shakers constructed more than 260 structures on the property. The collection at shaker village of pleasant hill documents the long history of. Shaker ghost stories is a collection of true experiences from the visitors to and employees at shakertown, pleasant hill, kentucky. The group earned its nickname by dancing riotously, and the noise of the stomping, jumping, and rolling on the floor could purportedly be heard over a mile away. Following a preservationist effort that began in 1961, the site, now a national historic landmark, has become a popular tourist destination.
The costumed interpreter greeter, in indigo, sings and dances to demonstrate early shaker worship practices. Preserved as a living history museum, todays shaker village at pleasant hill illuminates their traditions and creations, including woodworking, farming. You can visit for the day or like us, stay overnight. Textiles used by the shakers at pleasant hill, kentucky travel photos by galen r frysinger, sheboygan, wisconsin. From 1805 to 1807, they founded shaker societies at union village, ohio. Within the nearly 200 glossy pages of this fullcolor commemorative book. The chronicle spans shaker beginnings in england and relocation to america, the great awakening in america followed by the kentucky revival, shaker beginnings in kentucky, and the establishment of the south union and pleasant hill shaker villages. The kentucky museum and heritage alliance kmha, the states professional association for museums and local history organizations, recently held a. Just as shaker legacies continued to inspire the various hotel proprietors during the years after the shakers, today at the inn at shaker village we remain influenced by shaker style and history. Burnett and his parents arrived at pleasant hill in 1809, when he was 17 years old. The historic centre shaker village of pleasant hill. The shakers, or united society of believers in christ s second appearing, worked diligently to create a zion, or heaven on earth. Please contact donna favorite at 6768431 with any questions. Within the nearly 200 glossy pages of this fullcolor commemorative book, one can take a pictorial walking tour of the village, beginning at the western edge of the.
Restaurants near shaker village of pleasant hill the inn. Collections and archives shaker village of pleasant hill. The shaker village at pleasant hill is a short drive south of lexington. Proceeds from the sale of this book will also help other communities and organizations preserve their history through our american heritage project, a nonprofit organization.
South union shaker village the south union shaker village, comprised of 225 buildings and 6,000 acres, was the longestlived community in the west, active from 1807 to 1922. Shaker village of pleasant hill is a landmark destination set to inspire generations. General index to the records of the village of pleasant hill, ohio. The devout men and women who built shaker village of pleasant hill more than 200 years ago prided themselves on their work ethic. Just as shaker legacies continued to inspire the various hotel proprietors during the years after the shakers, today at the inn at shaker village we. Shaker village of pleasant hill, or shakertown, as it is known by residents of the area, is. The shaker religious society of kentucky genealogy wise.
The village is americas largest restored shaker community and is a registered national historic landmark. Overnight lodging returned to pleasant hill with the establishment of the nonprofit organization that still operates the inn today. Plan to spend at least one night in a shaker building, walk the peaceful grounds, listen to singing in the meeting house and learn from the living history experts. Buildings, furniture, textiles, tools, personal items, journals, correspondence and photos all reveal. Pleasant hill is largest shaker village in country.
The shakers were 19th century americas largest and bestknown communal. It is located southwest of lexington and north of historic harrodsburg. Facts and photos gathered in my research for my shaker books. The historic centre discover your pioneering spirit shaker village is home to a remarkable story. Restaurants near shaker village of pleasant hill the inn, harrodsburg on tripadvisor. Gabhart shows us the shaker village of pleasant hill. Aug 01, 2016 shaker village of pleasant hill is a landmark destination that shares 3,000 acres of discovery in the spirit of the kentucky shakers. By 1815, he was creating village layouts complete dwellings, barns, craft shops, and a meetinghouse. On the way into the shaker meetinghouse at pleasant hill. Dec 27, 20 shaker village of pleasant hill in harrodsburg, kentucky is the site of a shaker religious community that was active from 1805 to 1910.
Shaker village of pleasant hill svph is on a mission to inspire generations through discovery by sharing the legacies of the kentucky shakers. This short book provides a concise overview of the formation, life, demise, and resurrection of shaker village of pleasant hill, kentucky. In my shaker books, i use the shaker village of pleasant hill in kentucky as the setting for my fictional harmony hill shaker village. Todays deals your gift cards help whole foods registry sell disability customer support. Nov 28, 2011 in 1961, a group of locals took the responsibility of refurbishing the buildings and having it reopened as shaker village of pleasant hill usnps where there is now a history museum, guided tours, riverboat rides, a nature preserve, a craft store, an inn, dining and other special events shaker village of pleasant hill. Shaker village of pleasant hill shop the shops at shaker. A tour of the centre family dwelling, an imposing limestone building, reveals much about shaker life. With 34 original shaker structures, the site is home to the countrys largest private collection of original 19th century buildings and is the largest national historic landmark in kentucky.
Shaker village of pleasant hill pleasant hill, the past, book, plants, garden. Forms are available at the pleasant hill history center, or can be obtained by clicking the link below. The shakertown pamphlet was written in 1921, and gives a very brief overview of the history and purpose of the original shaker settlement outside of. Set in the rolling hills near harrodsburg, pleasant hill is a beautifully preserved shaker settlement dating to 1805. Pleasant hill and south union presents the lives, struggles, and achievements of a remarkable people. See more ideas about shaker style, gift drawing and history. Their gifts are simplearchitectural marvels, breathtaking landscapes and lessons in community, ingenuity and sustainability.
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