The Shakers’ Physic Garden of Remedies
The Shakers are credited with establishing the first herbal medicine industry in the US in 1820. The Watervliet Shakers’ herbal medicine industry began in 1827 with about 140 products and
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Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening, the Shakers fully embraced visions, dreams, and communication with the spirits. Don’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established
Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening, the Shakers fully embraced visions, dreams, and communication with the spirits. Don’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established
Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening, the Shakers fully embraced visions, dreams, and communication with the spirits. Don’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established
Seed Swap and Winter Sowing Workshop
Get a head start on the next gardening season by learning the basics of winter sowing and gathering new seeds. Seed swap: 10 am - 10:30 am and 11:00 to
Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening, the Shakers fully embraced visions, dreams, and communication with the spirits. Don’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established
POSTPONED – “Harvesting, Saving, and Planting Seeds” Presentation and Swap
Led by Master Gardener, Martie Teumim, learn how to identify, harvest, and propagate native plants from seeds that are found in your own backyard. Learn how to properly harvest seeds
“Land, Liberty, and Loss” Reading and Discussion Program
Guided by scholar Dr. Elana Krischer, Shaker Heritage Society will host four book discussions this spring drawn from Humanities New York’s “Land, Liberty, and Loss” Reading and Discussion program. Through
Women’s Wellness Tea Talk
We are thrilled to be hosting this tea talk with Barbara Grose of Herbal Turtle Teas. This hour-long talk will focus on mom's health in celebration of Mother's Day! In
A Weekend of Celebrations for the Shaker Studies Community and Friends
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the Shakers’ departure from England and arrival in North America. Independent researchers, scholars, and anyone interested in Shaker history are invited to gather
