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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nTours are on Oct. 17\, 18\, 19\, 24\, & 25 at 5:30pm. \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time \nTickets can be purchased online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-5/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:West Family Specialty Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Watervliet Shaker West Family was the last to be organized\, in 1810\, and the first to close\, in 1914. When the buildings were rehabilitated in the 1940s for private residential use\, the upper floors of the Dwelling House were not altered for apartments. The tour will introduce the history of the West Family and will include a visit to the former bedrooms\, Meeting Room\, and attic storage areas. Participants must be able to climb several flights of stairs. \nSpace is limited! \nReserve your ticket online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/west-family-specialty-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Utopian Dream
DESCRIPTION:Founded by English mystic Mother Ann Lee\, the Shakers formed small\, thriving villages based upon principles of equality and compassion. A celibate community\, their worship was infused with music and dance. Like other social and religious experiments of their day\, the Believers were seeking to create Heaven on Earth. To what extent did they succeed? \nPlease purchase your tickets online at Eventbrite. \n*This tour will cover approximately half a mile with some uneven terrain\, with little to no incline. \nMore about Ann Sayers \nAnn Sayers is a long-time volunteer at the Shaker Heritage Society. Over the decades\, she has grown a deep interest in the history of the Watervliet “Believers\,” as the Shakers called themselves. Her research has resulted in several published articles\, as well as in her book\, “Their Name is Wicks…”
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/utopian-dream/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Walking with the Wicks
DESCRIPTION:The Shakers are a Utopian society whose beliefs of gender and racial equality date back to the late 1700’s. Join us while we explore America’s 1st Shaker settlement through the eyes of one family\, the Wicks. The stories of the Wicks family members reflect a wide range of experiences of those who sought refuge with the Shakers. Job and Polly Wicks and their 10 children arrived in the fall of 1824 and began a 70-year association with the Shakers. Some members stayed with the Shakers for the rest of their lives and undertook a variety of work for the community\, some played important roles during the spiritual revival known as the Era of Manifestations\, and others left for various reasons. Your tour guide is Ann Sayers\, longtime Shaker Heritage Society volunteer and author of Their Name is Wicks. \nPlease purchase your tickets online at Eventbrite. \n*Tour will cover approximately half a mile on some uneven terrain\, with little to no incline. \nMore about Ann Sayers: \nAs a longtime volunteer with Shaker Heritage Society\, Ann has grown a deep interest in the history of the Watervliet “Believers\,” as the Shakers called themselves. Her research over the decades have resulted in several published articles and her book Their Name is Wicks.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/walking-with-the-wicks/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-7/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-6/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-4/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-3/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T183000
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CREATED:20240823T180348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T180348Z
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SUMMARY:Manifestations: A Shaker Ghost Tour
DESCRIPTION:250 years ago\, eight Shakers fled England\, bound for New York in hopes of finding religious freedom. Named for their trembling “religious ecstasies\,” the Shakers received gifts of revelation; communications from the spirit world. Led by a woman whom they called\, “Mother Ann”\, they were subject to bloody persecution. Shakers were beaten\, imprisoned\, abducted\, and chased out of town on both sides of the Atlantic. Undeterred\, they persevered to build their vision of Heaven-on-Earth right here\, in Albany. We invite you to join us as we pull back the veil separating this world from the next at America’s First Shaker Settlement. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite! \n*This ghost tour touches on sensitive topics including sickness\, mental illness\, suicide\, physical abuse\, religious persecution\, and death\, both of children and of adults. If these topics hit too close to home\, we hope that you will take good care and join us for a regular tour another time.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/manifestations-a-shaker-ghost-tour/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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SUMMARY:Fern Walk at Ann Lee Pond
DESCRIPTION:Led by botanists Laura Lehtonen and Steve Young. You will meet at the parking lot by the trail entrance\, located at 117 Heritage Lane. \nFerns are a diverse group of beautiful plants that reproduce by spores and occur in a variety of habitats. We will take a walk in the woods around Ann Lee Pond and see how many species we can find and describe their plant parts and how they are identified. (Chances are that we’ll probably mention a few other interesting plants along the way.) You don’t have to be any kind of plant expert to participate\, and the walk will be relaxed and supportive. Join us for a fun walk that will open your eyes to the fascinating world of ferns. \nAdmission is FREE\, but registration is required. Please register online at Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/fern-walk-at-ann-lee-pond/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T120000
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SUMMARY:Utopian Dream? - Walking Tour of the Shaker Site
DESCRIPTION:Founded by English mystic Mother Ann Lee\, the Shakers formed small\, thriving villages based upon principles of equality and compassion. A celibate community\, their worship was infused with music and dance. Like other social and religious experiments of their day\, the Believers were seeking to create Heaven on Earth. To what extent did they succeed? \nThis tour will begin and end in the historic Meeting House\, but it will involve walking around parts of the site on uneven ground. There will be an optional “coda” trip to the famous Shaker cemetery\, to which we will drive. \nReserve your tickets now on Eventbrite! \n  \nMore about Ann Sayers \nAnn Sayers is a long-time volunteer at the Shaker Heritage Society. Over the decades\, she has grown a deep interest in the history of the Watervliet “Believers\,” as the Shakers called themselves. Her research has resulted in several published articles\, as well as in her book\, “Their Name is Wicks…”
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/utopian-dream-walking-tour-of-the-shaker-site/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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SUMMARY:A Weekend of Celebrations for the Shaker Studies Community and Friends
DESCRIPTION: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 in Albany for a weekend of special tours\, talks\, celebration\, and community connection.\n\n\nSave Your Seat!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/departure-day-a-weekend-of-celebrations-for-the-shaker-studies-community-and-friends/
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T113000
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CREATED:20230824T153918Z
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SUMMARY:Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening\, the Shakers fully embraced visions\, dreams\, and communication with the spirits. \nDon’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established in 1785 – they mark the resting places of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. This special October tour series led by Shaker Heritage staff will explore remarkable stories of the Shakers and their unique religious and social movement\, which is recognized as the most successful communal society in the US. \n$5 SHS Member \n$10 General Admission \nThe tours are an hour long. In case of rain\, the talk will be held at the Shaker Heritage Barn. \nPlease register at Eventbrite! To register offline or for more information\, please contact educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890\, x3.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stories-and-spirits-at-the-shaker-cemetery-4/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230824T153728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T153728Z
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SUMMARY:Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening\, the Shakers fully embraced visions\, dreams\, and communication with the spirits. \nDon’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established in 1785 – they mark the resting places of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. This special October tour series led by Shaker Heritage staff will explore remarkable stories of the Shakers and their unique religious and social movement\, which is recognized as the most successful communal society in the US. \n$5 SHS Member \n$10 General Admission \nThe tours are an hour long. In case of rain\, the talk will be held at the Shaker Heritage Barn. \nPlease register at Eventbrite! To register offline or for more information\, please contact educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890\, x3.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stories-and-spirits-at-the-shaker-cemetery-3/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230824T153521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T153521Z
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SUMMARY:Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening\, the Shakers fully embraced visions\, dreams\, and communication with the spirits. \nDon’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established in 1785 – they mark the resting places of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. This special October tour series led by Shaker Heritage staff will explore remarkable stories of the Shakers and their unique religious and social movement\, which is recognized as the most successful communal society in the US. \n$5 SHS Member \n$10 General Admission \nThe tours are an hour long. In case of rain\, the talk will be held at the Shaker Heritage Barn. \nPlease register at Eventbrite! To register offline or for more information\, please contact educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890\, x3.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stories-and-spirits-at-the-shaker-cemetery-2/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T183000
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SUMMARY:Stories and Spirits at the Shaker Cemetery
DESCRIPTION:Far from seeing the spirit world as threatening\, the Shakers fully embraced visions\, dreams\, and communication with the spirits. \nDon’t be fooled by the modest gravestones in this cemetery established in 1785 – they mark the resting places of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. This special October tour series led by Shaker Heritage staff will explore remarkable stories of the Shakers and their unique religious and social movement\, which is recognized as the most successful communal society in the US. \n$5 SHS Member \n$10 General Admission \nThe tours are an hour long. In case of rain\, the talk will be held at the Shaker Heritage Barn. \nPlease register at Eventbrite! To register offline or for more information\, please contact educator@shakerheritage.org or call 518-456-7890\, x3.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/stories-and-spirits-at-the-shaker-cemetery/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T120000
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CREATED:20230305T203015Z
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SUMMARY:Learn 10 at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve: Asters and Goldenrods
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what type of tree you are looking at? Do you know a dogwood from a blueberry? Have a clue about just how many types of asters and goldenrod plants there are? \nJoin us for a walk\, or three walks\, and you’ll be able to tell a beech tree from a locust\, spot a honeysuckle at 10 paces\, and be wowed by the fact that there are asters – and then there are many other asters. \nYou don’t have to be any kind of plant expert to participate\, and sessions will be relaxed and supportive. Join us for walks around Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve (near the Albany Airport) during the spring and summer to learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to correctly identifying plants. We will focus on ten common New York species\, look at actual specimens in the field\, and focus on the features that will help you distinguish one species from all others. (Chances are that we’ll probably mention a few other interesting plants along the way.) \nThis program is cosponsored by the Shaker Heritage Society and the New York Flora Association. Sessions will be led by Steve Young\, former Chief Botanist of the New York State Natural Heritage Program. The walks are free but limited to 10 people each. They will take place at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve which is near the Albany Airport. \nTo register\, go to the field trip page at the New York Flora Association at https://nyflora.org/eventsdirectory/ and register under the Learn 10 Classes for the Shaker Heritage Society. \nThe walks will take place from 9am to noon on these dates: \n\nSunday\, May 21 – 10 Shrubs\nSaturday\, August 5 – 10 Trees\nSaturday\, September 30 – 10 Asters & Goldenrods\n\nBring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the Shaker Heritage site afterwards! \nYou can access the  event flyer here. \nFor more information or to register offline\, contact Lorraine Weiss at or 518-456-7890\, x 3 or educator@shakerheritage.org. \n  \n  \nCategory:  Workshops\, Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/learn-10-at-the-ann-lee-pond-nature-preserve-asters-and-goldenrods/
CATEGORIES:Tours,Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230824T135741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T145602Z
UID:91880-1694601000-1694604600@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:The Shakers' Physic Garden of Remedies
DESCRIPTION:The Shakers are credited with establishing the first herbal medicine industry in the US in 1820. \nThe Watervliet Shakers’ herbal medicine industry began in 1827 with about 140 products and grew to almost 300 items by 1860. Our herb garden has 150 plants\, all of which are labeled according to their uses by the Shakers. This tour will introduce a bit of history about this innovative industry and shed new light on both the ornamentals and weeds in your garden. \nThis tour is FREE\, but RSVP’s are appreciated. Please register at Eventbrite.
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/the-shakers-physic-garden-of-remedies-2/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230902T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230424T050208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230513T020227Z
UID:91321-1693656000-1693666800@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Planting Utopia Viewing & Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for light refreshments and a viewing of Julia Whitney Barnes art installation\, Planting Utopia.  \nAfter there will be a tour of our demonstration herb garden\, including a talk about the Shaker’s herbal medicine industry. \nThen we will take shuttles to Albany International Airport to view the second part of Whitney Barnes installation. \n \nThis event is free  for SHS Members\, Non-Members $5. \nRegistration is appreciated. Please register online at Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Celebration\, Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/planting-utopia-viewing-tour/
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230713T160123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T160123Z
UID:91771-1693045800-1693049400@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Walking in the Wicks' Footsteps - Tour of the Watervliet Shaker Site
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour and storytelling about a Shaker family that spanned the greater part of the 1800s at the Watervliet Shaker community. \nThe stories of the Wicks family members reflect a wide range of experiences of those who sought refuge with the Shakers. Job and Polly Wicks and their 10 children arrived in the fall of 1824 and began a 70-year association with the Shakers. Some members stayed with the Shakers for the rest of their lives and undertook a variety of work for the community\, some played important roles during the spiritual revival known as the Era of Manifestations\, and others left for various reasons. Tour guide Ann Sayers is the author of Their Name is Wicks. \nGeneral Admission $10 \nSHS Members $5 \nPlease register online at Eventbrite or contact Lorraine Weiss at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x3
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/walking-in-the-wicks-footsteps-tour-of-the-watervliet-shaker-site-2/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230713T155708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T155708Z
UID:91769-1692700200-1692705600@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Tour of Watervliet Shaker West Family Site
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this rare tour of Watervliet Shaker history! \nThe Watervliet Shaker West Family was the last to be organized\, in 1810\, and the first to close\, in 1914. When the buildings were rehabilitated in the 1940s for private residential use\, the upper floors of the Dwelling House were not altered for apartments. The tour will introduce the history of the West Family and will include a visit to the former bedrooms\, Meeting Room\, and attic storage areas. Participants must be able to climb several flights of stairs. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite or contact Lorraine Weiss at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x3 \nGeneral Admission $15 \nSHS Members & Volunteers FREE
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/tour-of-watervliet-shaker-west-family-site-2/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230305T202744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T170229Z
UID:91231-1691226000-1691236800@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Learn 10 at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve: Trees
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what type of tree you are looking at? Do you know a dogwood from a blueberry? Have a clue about just how many types of asters and goldenrod plants there are? \nJoin us for a walk\, or three walks\, and you’ll be able to tell a beech tree from a locust\, spot a honeysuckle at 10 paces\, and be wowed by the fact that there are asters – and then there are many other asters. \nYou don’t have to be any kind of plant expert to participate\, and sessions will be relaxed and supportive. Join us for walks around Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve (near the Albany Airport) during the spring and summer to learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to correctly identifying plants. We will focus on ten common New York species\, look at actual specimens in the field\, and focus on the features that will help you distinguish one species from all others. (Chances are that we’ll probably mention a few other interesting plants along the way.) \nThis program is cosponsored by the Shaker Heritage Society and the New York Flora Association. Sessions will be led by Steve Young\, former Chief Botanist of the New York State Natural Heritage Program. The walks are free but limited to 10 people each. They will take place at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve which is near the Albany Airport. \nTo register\, go to the field trip page at the New York Flora Association at https://nyflora.org/eventsdirectory/ and register under the Learn 10 Classes for the Shaker Heritage Society. \nThe walks will take place from 9am to noon on these dates: \n\nSunday\, May 21 – 10 Shrubs\nSaturday\, August 5 – 10 Trees\nSaturday\, September 30 – 10 Asters & Goldenrods\n\nBring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the Shaker Heritage site afterwards! \nYou can access the  event flyer here. \nFor more information or to register offline\, contact Lorraine Weiss at or 518-456-7890\, x 3 or educator@shakerheritage.org . \n  \nCategory:  Workshops\, Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/learn-10-at-the-ann-lee-pond-nature-preserve-trees/
CATEGORIES:Tours,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230722T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230711T180409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T154716Z
UID:91677-1690021800-1690025400@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Walking in the Wicks' Footsteps - Tour of the Watervliet Shaker Site
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour and storytelling about a Shaker family that spanned the greater part of the 1800s at the Watervliet Shaker community. \nThe stories of the Wicks family members reflect a wide range of experiences of those who sought refuge with the Shakers. Job and Polly Wicks and their 10 children arrived in the fall of 1824 and began a 70-year association with the Shakers. Some members stayed with the Shakers for the rest of their lives and undertook a variety of work for the community\, some played important roles during the spiritual revival known as the Era of Manifestations\, and others left for various reasons. Tour guide Ann Sayers is the author of Their Name is Wicks. \nGeneral Admission $10 \nSHS Members $5 \nPlease register online at Eventbrite or contact Lorraine Weiss at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x3
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/walking-in-the-wicks-footsteps-tour-of-the-watervliet-shaker-site/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230711T164545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T154759Z
UID:91665-1689849000-1689852600@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:The Shakers' Physic Garden of Remedies
DESCRIPTION:The Shakers are credited with establishing the 1st herbal medicine industry in the US in 1820. \nThe Watervliet Shakers’ herbal medicine industry began in 1827 with about 140 products and grew to almost 300 items by 1860. Our herb garden has 150 plants\, all of which are labeled according to their uses by the Shakers. The tour will introduce a bit of history about this innovative industry and shed new light on both the ornamentals and weeds in your garden. \nMake sure you reserve your spot for this FREE tour on our Eventbrite!
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/the-shakers-physic-garden-of-remedies/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230711T173559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230713T154936Z
UID:91672-1689417000-1689422400@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Tour of Watervliet Shaker West Family Site
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this rare tour of Watervliet Shaker history! \nThe Watervliet Shaker West Family was the last to be organized\, in 1810\, and the first to close\, in 1914. When the buildings were rehabilitated in the 1940s for private residential use\, the upper floors of the Dwelling House were not altered for apartments. The tour will introduce the history of the West Family and will include a visit to the former bedrooms\, Meeting Room\, and attic storage areas. Participants must be able to climb several flights of stairs. \nPlease register online at Eventbrite or contact Lorraine Weiss at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x3 \nGeneral Admission $15 \nSHS Members & Volunteers FREE
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/tour-of-watervliet-shaker-west-family-site/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Tours
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.shakerheritage.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/West-Family.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20230305T202512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230305T204105Z
UID:91225-1684659600-1684670400@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Learn 10 at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve: Shrubs
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder what type of tree you are looking at? Do you know a dogwood from a blueberry? Have a clue about just how many types of asters and goldenrod plants there are? \nJoin us for a walk\, or three walks\, and you’ll be able to tell a beech tree from a locust\, spot a honeysuckle at 10 paces\, and be wowed by the fact that there are asters – and then there are many other asters. \nYou don’t have to be any kind of plant expert to participate\, and sessions will be relaxed and supportive. Join us for walks around Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve (near the Albany Airport) during the spring and summer to learn the tricks of the trade when it comes to correctly identifying plants. We will focus on ten common New York species\, look at actual specimens in the field\, and focus on the features that will help you distinguish one species from all others. (Chances are that we’ll probably mention a few other interesting plants along the way.) \nThis program is cosponsored by the Shaker Heritage Society and the New York Flora Association. Sessions will be led by Steve Young\, former Chief Botanist of the New York State Natural Heritage Program. The walks are free but limited to 10 people each. They will take place at the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve which is near the Albany Airport. \nTo register\, go to the field trip page at the New York Flora Association at https://nyflora.org/eventsdirectory/ and register under the Learn 10 Classes for the Shaker Heritage Society. \nThe walks will take place from 9am to noon on these dates: \n\nSunday\, May 21 – 10 Shrubs\nSaturday\, August 5 – 10 Trees\nSaturday\, September 30 – 10 Asters & Goldenrods\n\nBring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the Shaker Heritage site afterwards! \nYou can access the  event flyer here.\n \nFor more information or to register offline\, contact Lorraine Weiss at or 518-456-7890\, x 3 or educator@shakerheritage.org . \n  \nCategory:  Workshops\, Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/learn-10-at-the-ann-lee-pond-nature-preserve-shrubs/
CATEGORIES:Tours,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T113000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20220917T022549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220917T022747Z
UID:90889-1666434600-1666438200@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:While the identical markers of the 445 graves reflect the egalitarian values of the Shaker community\, the stories of the individuals buried here are quite varied.   \nModest by design\, Shaker cemeteries are the resting place of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. Mother Ann Lee and other Shaker leaders are buried at the cemetery\, which was established in 1785. \nThis special October tour led by  Shaker Heritage staff engages visitors to explore the Shaker Cemetery and uncover the stories of this unique religious and social movement\, recognized as the most successful communal society in the US.  A walk beginning at the Church Family site will review the history of the Watervliet Shaker community and end at the cemetery where we will discuss some of the remarkable people who endeavored to create a “heaven on earth” as part of the communal society. \nTwo tours are scheduled for October 18th and 22nd. \nThe tour is free for SHS members and $10 for the general public. Pre-registration is appreciated. \nYou can sign up at educator@shakerheritage.org\, by calling  518-456-7890\, x3\, or at the Shaker Heritage Museum Gift Shop. You can also register via Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-cemetery-tours-3/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T173000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20220917T022259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220917T023340Z
UID:90885-1666110600-1666114200@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:While the identical markers of the 445 graves reflect the egalitarian values of the Shaker community\, the stories of the individuals buried here are quite varied.   \nModest by design\, Shaker cemeteries are the resting place of some of the most innovative\, creative\, and radical figures of the 18th and 19th century. Mother Ann Lee and other Shaker leaders are buried at the cemetery\, which was established in 1785. \nThis special October tour led by  Shaker Heritage staff engages visitors to explore the Shaker Cemetery and uncover the stories of this unique religious and social movement\, recognized as the most successful communal society in the US.  A walk beginning at the Church Family site will review the history of the Watervliet Shaker community and end at the cemetery where we will discuss some of the remarkable people who endeavored to create a “heaven on earth” as part of the communal society. \nTwo tours are scheduled for October 18th and 22nd. \nThe tour is free for SHS members and $10 for the general public. Pre-registration is appreciated. \nYou can sign up at educator@shakerheritage.org\, by calling  518-456-7890\, x3\, or at the Shaker Heritage Museum Gift Shop. You can also register via Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-cemetery-tours-2/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260605T112428
CREATED:20220910T043535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220910T043535Z
UID:90860-1664618400-1664640000@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Weavers & Shakers
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage Society and the Hudson-Mohawk Weavers’ Guild invite you to a free\, special event! \nDrop in during an open house to explore a wide range of traditional and modern approaches to weaving with exhibits\, demonstrations\, and hands-on activities for adults and children\, including “make and take” projects. The event takes place at the historic 1848 Meeting House at Shaker Heritage Society\, the site of America’s first Shaker settlement. \n\nIf you know of a scout troop\, 4-H club\, knitting circle\, or others who would like to participate as a group\, please make prior arrangements by contacting us at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x3. \nDonations are requested for selected weaving projects to cover materials. \n\nCategories: Tours\, Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/weavers-shakers/
CATEGORIES:Tours,Workshops
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