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SUMMARY:The Alchemist’s Son
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a one-man show in the Heritage Barn!   \nSeptember 11 & 12\, from 1 pm to 2 pm!! \nRobert Secreti is Dr. Lothario\, the time Traveling Bandit\, a diabolical genius from the past who has trapped himself in the endless paradox of dimensional time travel. \nFree with admission to the Harvest Craft Fair.  \n  \nAfter the play\, bring your own instrument for an open mic session starting at 2:30. \n  \n:: Volunteers needed to help with sound!! Contact: bob@robertsecreti.com \n  \nCategory: Play
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SUMMARY:Fall Harvest Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family for a safe and fun weekend featuring pony rides\, food\, live musicians\, and over 50 vendors at our beautiful site. \n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to the Shaker Heritage Society for our Harvest Craft Fair!  \nTo make this event as safe as possible\, we have the following guidelines set in place: \nAll VENDOR BOOTHS will be OUTDOORS in the fresh air and sunshine. Vendors will be at least 6 feet apart\, and we ask you to do your part and maintain your social distance\, too. \nInside the Meeting House\, masks will be required for everyone regardless of vaccination status. Visitors and vendors are not required to wear masks outdoors unless unvaccinated and within 6 feet of another person. \nTickets may be purchased online at Eventbrite. In recognition of the economic hardship faced by many members of our community\, ADMISSION fees are PAY-WHAT-YOU-WILL. You can set your own ticket price when you checkout. You can also make a donation upon your arrival to the Craft Fair. \nSchedule of Events: \nLive Music: Saturday from 1pm to 4 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 12 pm & 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm \nSaturday & Sunday: Pony Rides and Petting Zoo 11 am to 1 pm \nSite Tours several times each day\, check the postings at the event.  A 15-minute introduction to the Shakers followed by a longer tour for those interested. Meet at Stop sign at the corner of the Meeting House \n  \n\n\nThank you for your support of Shaker Heritage and our Vendor Community! \n  \nOpen from 10 am to 4 pm \n  \nCategory: Fairs
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/fall-harvest-craft-fair-2/
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SUMMARY:STAR VYBZ Presents: Reggae at the Shaker Site
DESCRIPTION:An afternoon of music with Star Vybz Records and the best of reggae & dancehall with Bling Force\, DJ Platinum\, Fuzion Muzik Group\, Darrie Devon\, and Selecta Buzz. \n \n  \nFor ticket information\, please contact: \n\nDarrie on Instagram @ di_generall or via Facebook at Darrie D\nDevon Skeine on Instagram @devyydego\n Lance on Facebook at Lance Rhino Johnson.\n\n  \nCategory: Music\, Dance
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/star-vybz-presents-reggae-at-the-shaker-site/
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SUMMARY:Hands to Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Note that this is on a Sunday and begins at 11 am.  \nJoin us for a fun morning of pulling the weeds\, sweeping the sidewalks\, and painting the fences as we prepare for the Harvest Craft Fair! \nWe will provide any tools needed. We will primarily be working outside\, but any inside work will be done in spaces with plenty of ventilation\, doors & windows open\, etc. \nMasks will not be required outdoors\, but we ask all participants to adhere to social distancing guidelines. \nWe would love to partner with schools\, Scout troops\, or anybody looking for a group outing – if you know of groups looking for such opportunities\, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator Miriam Cantor Stone via email at volunteer@shakerheritage.org. \nComplete the online form here to RSVP. \n  \nCategory: Volunteer
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/hands-to-work-day-4/
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SUMMARY:Moonbow #4
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of spontaneous\, site-specific dance and music\, inspired by the 1848 Shaker Meeting House! \nDoors open at 6:30\nPerformances begin at 7:00 \nSuggested Donation: $10 \nFeatured Artists: \nOPHRA WOLF –   Dancer\, Space-Maker\, Cultural Activator. Learn more at  https://ophrawolf.com/ \nERRANT SPACE –  Site specific soundscapes; a project of composer/recordist Craig Chin.  Learn more at  http://www.errant.space/ \n \nInterested? Check the event on our Facebook page! \n  \n  \nCategory: Dance\, Music
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/moonbow-4/
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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SUMMARY:Utensil Basket Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Local weaver Sandy Salada will teach you how to create your own unique Utensil Basket! \n\n\nYou’ll love this sturdy basket to hold your favorite kitchen utensils or a bottle of wine. Size: 4” X 8” \nThis basket begins with a solid wood bottom\, woven over a plastic mold in a colorful twill pattern. Made from natural and dyed reed. \nMany color options are available\, if you have a color preference please contact Sandy at sandy.salada@gmail.com \nSuitable for ages 14 and up\, no prior weaving experience needed! The workshop will have only 10 participants. \nPlan to spend 4 hours\, from 10 am to 2:30 pm\, including 30 minute lunch break. \nRegister online at Eventbrite. \n\n\n  \nCategory: Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/utensil-basket-weaving-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Confetti Stage Presents: Servant of Two Masters
DESCRIPTION:The first two weekends in August\, Confetti Stage will present seven outdoor performances of the classic farce A Servant of Two Masters at the Shaker Site. \n7:30 pm on August 6-8 & 13-14\n2:00 pm matinees on August 8 & 15\nWritten in 1746 by Carlo Goldoni\, this updated script was translated and adapted by Oded Gross and Tracy Young\, with original music by Paul James Prendergast and original lyrics by Oded Gross\, Paul James Prendergast and Tracy Young. \nGet the tickets online here or at https://confettistage.org\n$15 general admission\n$10 for kids & students with ID \nAll ticket sales benefit Confetti Stage and Shaker Heritage Society \nCategory: Play
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/confetti-stage-presents-servant-of-two-masters/
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SUMMARY:Inventors & Gardeners Tour
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Pollinators’ Week 2021 at Shaker Heritage Society! \nThe Shakers developed the seed packing industry and also established the first herbal medicine industry in the US.  Tour the herb garden and learn about Shaker innovations and historic remedies. \nBring a picnic lunch!  Event indoors in case of rain. \nRegistration appreciated at  Eventbrite but walk-ins welcome. \n  \n  \nCategory: Tours\, Celebration
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/inventors-gardeners-tour-2/
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SUMMARY:Inventors & Gardeners Tour
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Pollinators’ Week 2021 at Shaker Heritage Society! \nThe Shakers developed the seed packing industry and also established the first herbal medicine industry in the US.  Tour the herb garden and learn about Shaker innovations and historic remedies. \nBring a picnic lunch!  Event indoors in case of rain. \nRegistration appreciated at  Eventbrite but walk-ins welcome. \n  \n  \nCategory: Tours\, Celebration
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/inventors-gardeners-tour/
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SUMMARY:Shaker Herb Garden 30th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Pollinators’ Week 2021 at Shaker Heritage Society! \nJoin us on June 19th at  12:30pm for the Shaker Herb Garden 30th Anniversary celebration! \nTours\, a picnic lunch\, and a toast to our volunteers\, the Garden Buds\, who make it all possible. \nRegistrations required! Fill out the form  here. \n  \n  \nCategory: Tours\, Celebration
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-herb-garden-30th-anniversary/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210619
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SUMMARY:Celebrate National Pollinators' Week 2021
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage Society (SHS) is joining forces with several partners to provide programs and information about pollinators. \nYou can preview the flyer for the week’s planned activities here.  More information about the participating organizations follows the list of events. And remember\, these organizations offer great places to visit and learn all year!\nPOLLINATORS’ WEEK 2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS\n\nWhether you have 5 minutes or an hour\, enjoy our gardens and activities\, and take advantage of on-site and online presentations\, classes\, videos\, and activities for all ages. \nAll week: Take the Albany Pine Bush Preserve Pollinator Challenge!  Download and play the Agents of Discovery App  (can be played from anywhere).  Explore the Pollinator Garden and 150 plants at the Shaker Heritage Society Herb Garden with a Family Herb Garden scavenger hunt and Pollinator packet.  Grounds are open year-round from dawn to dusk. At Ten Broeck Mansion\, take a self-guided pollinator tour of the gardens and pick up free kids’ pollinators coloring cards. \nSaturday\, June 19: \n\nAt the Albany Pine Bush\,  10am-11am.  Pick up Pollinator Discovery Kits that include information and activities to help you celebrate pollinators. A limited number of the free kits will be handed out on a first come\, first served basis while supplies last. Follow the signs at the Discovery Center to the bus parking area in front of the building. Kits handed out as you drive up! More information here.\nAt Cornell Cooperative\,  10am-1pm. Tour Demonstration Gardens\, Scavenger Hunt for Children. Visit information tent with resources.\nAt Shaker Heritage Society\,   12:30pm.  Shaker Herb Garden 30th Anniversary celebration!  Tours\, a picnic lunch\, and a toast to our volunteers\, the Garden Buds\, who make it all possible.  Registrations required here.\nAt Ten Broeck  Mansion\, free community hands-on workshop  Living History: Plant!  Kids will be able to make their own planters and plantings\, including plants that attract pollinators.\n\nMonday\, June 21: \n\nAt Cornell Cooperative\,  9am-Noon. Visit the\nVisit the Demonstration Gardens & Meet the Master Gardeners.  At Noon\, Bringing Nature Into Your Yard & Sustaining It presentation via Zoom\, register at Cornell Cooperative’s website.\n\nTuesday\, June 22: \n\nAt Shaker Heritage Society\, 11am.   Inventors and Gardeners  The Shakers developed the seed packing industry and also established the first herbal medicine industry in the US.  Tour the herb garden and learn about Shaker innovations and historic remedies.  Bring a picnic lunch.  Event indoors in case of rain.  Registration appreciated at  Eventbrite but walk-ins welcome.\n\nWednesday\, June 23: \n\nAt Cherry Hill\,  1-4pm.  Family Nature Scavenger Hunt  |  5:30pm  A Tour of Emily’s Garden.  Come see what’s in bloom in Historic Cherry Hill’s gardens! Wear comfortable shoes for this casual interpretive walk– the grounds are small but uneven and hilly. The walk will also be livestreamed to Facebook.  Free\, registrations recommended at  Eventbrite but walk-ins are welcome.\nAt Cornell Cooperative\, 7pm.   Welcoming Nature into Our Yards Presentation via Zoom\, register at Cornell Cooperative’s website.\n\nThursday\, June 24: \n\nAt Cornell Cooperative\,  9am-Noon. Visit the Demonstration Gardens & Meet the Master Gardeners.\nAt Cornell Cooperative\,  4-6pm. Pollinator Garden Open House – Pine Hills Library\, Albany\, Meet the Master Gardeners.\nAt Cherry Hill\,  1-4pm.  Family Nature Scavenger Hunt\nAt Albany Pine Bush\, 7pm.  Buzz of the Pine Bush Bees webinar.  Did you know that the Albany Pine Bush Preserve is home to over 180 species of native bees? This webinar will introduce these native beauties. Learn how much we owe these insects and how you can help native pollinators in your own backyard! Registration is required. More information and registration at Albany Pine Bush.\n\nFriday\, June 25: \n\nAt Shaker Heritage Society\, 11am.   Inventors and Gardeners  The Shakers developed the seed packing industry and also established the first herbal medicine industry in the US.  Tour the herb garden and learn about Shaker innovations and historic remedies.  Bring a picnic lunch.  Event indoors in case of rain.  Registration appreciated at  Eventbrite but walk-ins welcome.\nAt Cherry Hill\,  1-4pm.  Family Nature Scavenger Hunt  and House Tours. After a decade long restoration project\, Historic Cherry Hill reopens for tours with restored interiors & reinstalled furnishings! Admission only charged for house tour; reservations required\, space is limited. The historic grounds and gardens are open and free to the public during tour times\, Fridays 1-4pm\, and Saturdays 10am-4pm.\n\nSaturday\, June 26: \n\nAt Cherry Hill\,  1-4pm.  Family Nature Scavenger Hunt. At 12-1pm  Books & Blooms! Presented by the RED Bookshelf\, this outdoor kid’s event includes hands-on activities\, reading by a local author\, and free books! Registration appreciated at  Eventbrite but walk-ins welcome.  House Tours: After a decade long restoration project\, Cherry Hill reopens for tours with restored interiors & reinstalled furnishings!  Admission only charged for house tour; reservations required\, space limited. Fri 1-4pm\, Sat 10am-4pm.\nAt Cornell Cooperative\, 10am-4pm. Info table at Stupendous Stoop Stroll.  More information about the tour here .\nAt Pine Hollow\, 11am–1pm.  Pollinator Party! Taste some honey\, explore the new Bumblebee Habitat\, create your own Pollinator Habitat\, and learn about different kinds of pollinators. Meet the BPALS (The Bombus Pollinators Association of Law Students from Albany Law School) who are working to get the American Bumblebee added to the endangered species list. Take the Nature Bus to Pine Hollow\, between Albany and 9 parks and natural areas. Information at the Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy  website .\n\n  \n \n  \n \nSHAKER HERITAGE SOCIETY is located on the site of America’s first Shaker settlement\, established in 1776. Near the Albany Airport and the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve (the Shakers’ former mill pond)\, the site includes Shaker buildings\, Pollinator and Herb gardens\, an orchard\, and the cemetery where Ann Lee is buried. Visit farm animals during the summer. The Shakers are a communal society known for pacifism and gender and racial equality\, and admired for their technological innovations\, architecture and craftsmanship. Grounds open dawn to dusk\, year round. Address; 25 Meeting House Road\, Albany\, 12211; 518.456.789 \n  \n \nA 2019 RESOLUTION ESTABLISHED ALBANY COUNTY as a pollinator-friendly municipality: “Based on the imminent threat that pollinators face from the loss of habitat\, climate change\, and the use of pesticides\, and recognizing the importance of pollinators to our environment and economy\, Albany County took action to establish pollinator-friendly practices.” Additional information here. \n  \n \nALBANY COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | TEN BROECK MANSION is a private\, not-for-profit historic house museum in the Arbor Hill neighborhood.  It is unique in having a greenspace and numerous cultural events in an accessible urban environment.  Gardens are open free from dawn until dusk. Visit the Ten Broeck Mansion website. Address: 9 Ten Broeck Place\, Albany\, 12210; 518.436.9826 \n  \n \nThe 3\,350-acre ALBANY PINE BUSH PRESERVE protects one of the best remaining inland pitch pine-scrub oak barrens in the world with a habitat for many plants and animals\, including more than 20 percent of New York State’s wildlife Species of Greatest Conservation Need\, such as the endangered Karner blue butterfly. The Discovery Center\, open with limited hours and capacity\, has interactive exhibits\, an outdoor Discovery Trail\, and programs. Free admission\, fee for some programs. More information at their website or send an email to info@albanypinebush.org. Address: 195 New Karner Road\, Albany\, 12205; 518.456.0655 \n  \n \nCORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF ALBANY COUNTY has resources on soils\, site improvement\, proper plant selection and care\, eco-friendly practices\, integrated pest management\, composting and much more! Free or low-cost gardening classes and tours offered all year\, volunteer opportunities to share a love of gardening.  More information at the website. Questions at 518-765-3516 or via email to ch878@cornell.edu. Address: 24 Martin Rd\, Voorheesville\, NY 12186 \n  \n \nNestled in the historic hamlet of Slingerlands\, just minutes from the City of Albany\, the PINE HOLLOW ARBORETUM offers a unique setting to connect with nature\, free of charge\, 365 days a year.  Learn about trees from around the world\, bird watch\, hike\, or simply find a quiet place to recharge after work.  The Arboretum highlights the diversity of the world’s forests over 22 acres of land featuring 11 ponds and a network of trails. Visit their website for more information. Address: 34 Pine Hollow Road\, Slingerlands\, NY 12159; 518.992.2033 \n  \n \nLocated in Albany’s historic South End\, HISTORIC CHERRY HILL was the home of 5 generations of the Van Rensselaer family\, from 1787 until 1963. The landscape has changed from a 900 acre Hudson River manor farm to a 5 acre plot within the city\, containing historic gardens and other echoes of Albany’s past. The historic grounds and gardens are open and free to the public during tour times\, Fridays 1-4pm\, and Saturdays 10am-4pm. For news\, visit their website or via email at shawna@historiccherryhill.org. Address: 523½ South Pearl Street\, Albany\, NY\, 12202; 518.434.4791 \n  \nIn addition to websites listed\, most of these groups also have event information on their Facebook pages.  If you have any questions about these programs\, contact educator@shakerheritage.org. \n  \n  \nCategory: Tours\, Online\, Lectures\, Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/celebrate-national-pollinators-week-2021/
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SUMMARY:Summer Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family for a safe and fun weekend featuring pony rides\, food\, live musicians\, and over 60 vendors at our beautiful site. \nAll VENDOR BOOTHS will be OUTDOORS in the fresh air and sunshine. Vendors will be at least 6 feet apart\, and we ask you to do your part and maintain your social distance\, too. \nMASKS are REQUIRED. For the safety of our staff\, volunteers\, and vendors\, please make sure your mask covers both your mouth and nose. If a mask is not feasible in the heat\, please wear a face shield to help protect others. \nTickets may be purchased online at Eventbrite. In recognition of the economic hardship faced by many members of our community\, admission fees are PAY-WHAT-YOU-WILL. You can set your own ticket price when you checkout. \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \nSaturday \nLive Music 12pm-4pm \nPony Rides and Petting Zoo 1pm-3pm \nTours: Every hour on the half hour \nSunday \nLive Music 11am-3pm \nPony Rides and Petting Zoo 1pm-3pm \nTours: Every hour on the half hour \nThank you for your support of Shaker Heritage and our Vendor Community! \nOpen from 10 am to 4 pm \nCategory: Fairs
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/summer-craft-fair/
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SUMMARY:Hands to Work Day
DESCRIPTION:We need your help to get our site ready for our Summer Craft Fair! \nIf you’re in need of some volunteer hours or just excuse to get outside\, we hope you’ll consider joining us as we rake leaves\, clear branches\, clean our Cemetery’s headstones\, and much more. \nMasks and social distancing will be enforced\, and we’ll provide any tools needed (i.e. rakes\, brushes). We will primarily be working outside\, but any inside work will be done in places with plenty of ventilation\, doors & windows open\, etc. \nWe would love to partner with Scout troops\, college students\, etc. –  if you’re looking for a group activity\, consider volunteering with us. \nIf you have any questions\, send us a message! Interested? Check the event on our Facebook page! \nComplete the online form here to let us know where you’d like to be assigned. \nCategory: Volunteer
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/hands-to-work-day-3/
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SUMMARY:Market Basket Weaving Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Local weaver Sandy Salada will teach you how to create your own functional & fabulous Market Basket! \n\n\nThis colorful market basket is plenty big enough for the trip to the farmers market! The basket measures 8”x 12”x 5 ½” deep with a sturdy oak handle. Woven in space dyed reed which is similar to variegated yarn\, three main colors are blue\, brown and red with other blended shades. The basket has a solid or filled bottom which will be pre-started to ensure successful completion in this one-day workshop. \nSuitable for ages 14 and up\, no experience needed! \nThe workshop has been planned to allow for social distancing in the spacious Meeting Room\, with 8 participants each at a separate table around the room. \n$45 per person for SHS Members and $50 for Non-Members; plus a $25 materials fee. The materials fee can be paid at time of purchase online or in-person on the day of the workshop. Materials were purchased before the pandemic and have been stored in a Covid-free space. Participants should bring the following household tools: an old bath towel\, flexible tape measure\, pencil and sharp scissors. \nMasks are required\, even for those who have been fully vaccinated. SHS is following all protocols to maintain a safe environment for visitors. \nIf you have any questions about the basket\, you can find Sandy’s contact information on her website at SandysFiberArts.com. \nRegister online at Eventbrite. \n  \n\n\nCategory: Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/market-basket-weaving-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T220000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20210408T040138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210408T040509Z
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SUMMARY:Hands to Work Day
DESCRIPTION:Now that winter’s end is near\, it’s time to prepare our site for the spring!\n\nIf you’re in need of some volunteer hours or just excuse to get outside\, we hope you’ll consider joining us as we rake leaves\, clear branches\, clean our Cemetery’s headstones\, and much more.\n\nMasks and social distancing will be enforced\, and we’ll provide any tools needed (i.e. rakes\, brushes). We will primarily be working outside\, but any inside work will be done in places with plenty of ventilation\, doors & windows open\, etc.\n\nWe would love to partner with Scout troops\, college students\, etc. –  if you’re looking for a group activity\, consider volunteering with us.\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, send us a message! Interested? Check the event on our Facebook page! \n\n\nCategory: Volunteer
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/hands-to-work-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210313T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20210120T054326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T192850Z
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SUMMARY:Door/Wall Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date to learn how to make a Door/Wall Basket with Sandy Salada!  \nLocal artisan Sandy Salada will be returning to Shaker Heritage to teach one of her popular basket weaving workshops! This large wall or door basket will look great decorated with seasonal artificial flowers or for holding mail\, papers or recipes. The possibilities are endless. The basket is 10” x 15” and the pocket measures 10” x 7” deep with a sturdy oak handle. Woven in natural reed with dyed reed accents\, choices are red\, brown\, blue\, black or green. No experience needed\, suitable for ages 14 and up. \nTo best facilitate social distancing guidelines\, we will only have spots for 8 participants\, so sign up ASAP! Go to our Eventbrite to learn more and reserve your spot. \n$45 per person for SHS Members and $50 for Non-Members; plus a $10 materials fee.  The materials fee can be paid at time of purchase online or in-person on the day of the workshop. Materials were purchased before the pandemic and have been stored in a Covid-free space. Students will bring their own household tools. \nMasks will be required. SHS is following all protocols to maintain a safe environment for visitors. \nRegister online at Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/door-wall-basket/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20210128T195603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T195741Z
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SUMMARY:Online Lecture - In Her Rightful Place:  Women’s Roles in the Shaker Community
DESCRIPTION:Perhaps known more for their furniture and celibacy\, the Shakers were revolutionary in their views on gender and racial equality. \nWomen were deeply involved at every level of the Shaker hierarchy as religious\, business\, manufacturing\, and administrative leaders.  In short\, “women’s work” in the community involved far more than cooking and cleaning.  One need look no further than Mother Lucy Wright who was the national leader of the Shakers for 25 years. However\, there were also plenty of women like Sister Isabella Graves (1861-1912) of the South Family who served as a Deaconess and was in charge of selling Shaker goods to downtown stores in Albany. \nThe speaker is Lorraine Weiss\, Shaker Heritage Society’s Education Coordinator. \nThe event is free; however\, donations are appreciated. \nRegister at the Shaker Heritage Museum Shop or online at Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Online\, Lectures
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/online-lecture-in-her-rightful-place-womens-roles-in-the-shaker-community/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20210128T194336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210128T194336Z
UID:89722-1614279600-1614283200@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Online Lecture - Travels in Utopia: Twenty Years of Collecting & Conserving
DESCRIPTION:Christian Goodwillie will relate some of his adventures tracking down rare materials from the Shakers\, Israelite House of David\, Koreshan Unity\, and even the Beat writers! \nGoodwillie is Director and Curator of Special Collections at the Burke Library of Hamilton College\, and previously served as Hancock Shaker Village’s Curator of Collections for ten years.  Tasked with building and preserving the nation’s premier collection of communal materials and making them accessible\, he has 20 years of stories about the joys (and a few sorrows) of collecting objects and archives of intentional communities. \nThe event is free; however\, donations are appreciated. \nRegister at the Shaker Heritage Museum Shop or online at Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Online\, Lectures
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/online-lecture-travels-in-utopia-twenty-years-of-collecting-conserving/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201207
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20201115T014439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201115T014439Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Conference - Past to Apron: A Utopian Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage was invited to participate in “Past to Apron – Holiday Edition” a virtual conference focused on food and drink history. \nThis event will present a range of topics highlighting various regions and timeframes presented by chefs\, authors\, historians\, brands and cultural institutions – with a holiday theme. The event takes place December 5-6. Shaker Heritage will be presenting the session along with staff from Hancock Shaker Village. \nProgram Description:\nPossibly best known for their furniture today\, the Shakers were a Utopian\, Christian sect who emigrated from Manchester\, England\, seeking freedom of religion. In 1776\, they established their first American settlement in Albany\, New York and set about building a network that would eventually include Hancock Shaker Village and 21 other communities. Shakers’ holiday traditions changed during the 19th century\, as they did in The World (their name for the non-Shaker community). Staff of Shaker Heritage Society (Albany\, NY) and Hancock Shaker Village (Pittsfield\, MA) will introduce you to this fascinating communal society\, the roles Shaker Sisters and Brothers played in food production\, and the distinct way the Shakers celebrated Christmas. The session will include a visit to an historic Shaker kitchen and dining room\, and participants will receive seasonal recipes. \nConference tickets are $25 through November 30; $30 from December 1-4; and $35 December 5 & 6. \nLearn more about the event and book your ticket at PAST TO APRON website. Ticket includes access to ALL presentations throughout the weekend! \n  \nCategory: Online Event\, Lectures \n 
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/virtual-conference-past-to-apron-a-utopian-christmas/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201119T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20201115T013430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201115T013430Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Vault: A Conversation About Shaker Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Meals were an important part of Shaker life\, and the “table-fare” in Shaker communities was plentiful\, providing ample nourishment for body and spirit. \nThis online event will take a deep dive into Shaker culinary history through an online collaboration of three Shaker museums. \nShaker Heritage Education Coordinator Lorraine Weiss\, Curator of Collections and Development at South Union Shaker Village Sally Givens\, and Hancock Shaker Village Curator Sarah Margolis-Pineo will discuss the history of food as it relates to the culture and geography of each unique Shaker community. Speakers will also share an object or two from their collections. \nShaker Heritage Society is located on the site of America’s first Shaker settlement\, established in 1776 by Mother Ann Lee and a small group of followers. The former Church Family complex is the heart of the 770-acre Watervliet Shaker National Historic District\, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The property includes nine Shaker buildings\, an apple orchard\, the Ann Lee Pond Nature Preserve\, and the 1785 Shaker cemetery where Mother Ann Lee and Mother Lucy Wright are buried. \nLocated on the site of the original settlement\, South Union Shaker Village gives visitors a glimpse into life as a Shaker\, living in one of the largest and most innovative communities in Kentucky during the early 19th century. Through the architecture\, craftsmanship\, personal possessions of Shakers\, and their own words\, the Museum preserves and tells the history and legacy of the Shakers at South Union\, while facilitating a personal connection through human stories. \nHancock Shaker Village\, a living history museum on 750 acres\, is a National Historic Landmark that includes twenty historic Shaker buildings dating to 1783. It is the oldest continuously working farm in the Berkshires\, with heritage breeds and heirloom gardens. The museum is home to more than 22\,000 artifacts including furniture\, textiles\, hymnals\, and everyday goods\, making it one of the premier Shaker collections in the world. \nRegister online for this Zoom event  here. \n  \nCategory: Online Event\, Lectures
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/virtual-vault-a-conversation-about-shaker-cuisine/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Online
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201030
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20201007T191204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T191204Z
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SUMMARY:Shaker Cemetery Tours
DESCRIPTION:The stones are identical\, but the stories are not… \nWhile Shaker cemeteries are modest by design\, they are the resting place 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 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. \nMother Ann Lee and other Shaker leaders are buried at the cemetery\, which was established in 1785. \nTours begin at 5:30 pm. Register via Eventbrite. \n  \nCategory: Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-cemetery-tours/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201220
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200807T194748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200922T222607Z
UID:89379-1602028800-1608422399@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Shaker Holiday Market
DESCRIPTION:Our traditional Holiday Fair promotes the holiday spirit with regional artisans featuring handmade pottery\, jewelry\, fiber\, artisan foods and much more! \nChoose unique gifts for your loved ones while helping support local businesses this holiday season. \nOctober 7th to December 19th \nWednesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays & Saturdays from 11 am to 5 pm\nSundays from 12 pm to 5 pm \nClosed Mondays & Tuesdays\nReopens Tuesdays beginning November 17th \n  \nFace masks and social distancing are mandatory. \n  \nCategory: Fairs
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-holiday-market-2/
CATEGORIES:Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200926T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200715T041130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200803T210446Z
UID:89314-1601116200-1601134200@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Cheese Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn to make a multi-directional weave basket in the Shaker style with instructor Sandy Salada. Originally used for curing cheese. Today’s basket makes a wonderful bread\, muffin or roll basket\, and looks great hanging on a wall when not in use. \nMade from 3/8” natural flat reed. The finished basket measures approximately 10” round x 3” deep. No prior weaving experience is needed\, suitable for ages 13 and up. \n$35 per person for SHS Members; $40 for Non-Members. The fee includes  materials. \nThe workshop has been planned to allow for social distancing in the spacious Meeting Room\, with 8 participants each at a separate table around the room. Materials were purchased before the pandemic and have been stored in a Covid-free space. \nPlease note\, students will bring their own household tools. Masks will be required. SHS is following all protocols to maintain a safe environment for visitors. \nRegister at the Shaker Heritage Museum Shop or online at Eventbrite. \nFor more information\, call 518.456.7890\, x 3 or contact educator@shakerheritage.org. \n  \nCategory: Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/cheese-basket-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200914
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200807T195248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200816T010807Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Harvest Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:It’s back!! Bring your family for a safe and fun weekend featuring pony rides\, wandering musicians\, and over 50 vendors at our beautiful site. \nTo make this event as safe as possible\, we’ve made a few new changes this year: All VENDOR BOOTHS will be OUTDOORS in the fresh air and sunshine. Vendors will be at least 12 feet apart\, and we ask you to do your part and maintain your social distance\, too! \nMASKS ARE REQUIRED. For the safety of our staff\, volunteers\, and vendors\, please make sure your mask covers both your mouth and your nose! If a mask is not feasible in the heat\, please wear a face shield to help protect others. \nTickets may be purchased ONLINE. In recognition of the economic hardship faced by many members of our community\, admission fees are PAY-WHAT-YOU-WILL. You can set your own ticket price when you checkout. \nThank you for your support of Shaker Heritage and our Vendor Community! \n  \nOpen from 10 am to 4 pm \n\n\n\n\nCategory: Fairs
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/fall-harvest-craft-fair/
CATEGORIES:Fairs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200829T153000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200303T060241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T045326Z
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SUMMARY:Provender Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:You will be ready to harvest herbs and cut flowers with this traditional\, semi-flat Provender Basket! \nWoven in brown and natural reed with an inserted oak handle\, the basket measures approximately 18 x 10 x 11” high\, including the handle.  The workshop will be taught by Sandy Salada.  No experience is necessary. \n$50 per person for SHS Members; $55 for Non-Members. \nRegister in the Museum Shop or via Eventbrite. \nThe workshop has been planned to allow for social distancing in the spacious Meeting Room\, with each participant at a separate table around the room. Materials were purchased before the pandemic and have been stored in a Covid-free home. \nPlease note: Students will bring their own household tools. Masks will be required. SHS is following all protocols for a safe environment for visitors. \n  \nCategory: Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/provender-basket-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200729T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200729T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200304T050209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200717T041417Z
UID:89112-1596043800-1596051000@home.shakerheritage.org
SUMMARY:Online Event - Foraging for Wild Edibles: Highbush Blueberry\, sponsored by the Capital Region Native Plant Society
DESCRIPTION:Foraging for Wild Edibles: Highbush Blueberry is now online\, not in-person!\n\n\n\nDue to the coronavirus pandemic\, the scheduled walk has been changed to an online\, virtual walk.  This online event is the second of six in a series of virtual walks at a number of locations that will focus on Foraging for Wild Edibles. \nThis virtual walk will feature Highbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum) that can be found bearing ripe fruit at this time throughout Ann Lee Pond Nature and Historic Preserve in the Town of Colonie. The online session will last around 45 minutes\, including an interactive discussion period immediately following the information-packed ~10-minute presentation. \nIf you have an interest in foraging for wild edibles\, please join me for all six episodes of this series of “walks.” The four subsequent sessions will each feature different plants and\, over the course of this series\, you’ll learn about edible plant parts\, including leaves\, roots\, stems and fruits (both fleshy and nuts). \n\n\n  \nMore information on these and other outings can be found at Capital Region Native Plant Society  and also at the event Meetup page. \nA wonderfully thorough and informative guide to the Wildflowers at Ann Lee Pond can be found on the blog Curious By Nature. \n  \n  \nCategory: Online
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/foraging-for-wild-edibles-highbush-blueberry-sponsored-by-the-capital-region-native-plant-society/
CATEGORIES:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201002
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200715T041904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201007T191245Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Afternoon Tours
DESCRIPTION:Join a Shaker staff member on Thursdays for a family-friendly tour featuring the latest facts and trivia unearthed by our educators and volunteers! \nThe tour includes a visit to the Meeting House\, Herb Garden\, and 1915 Barn. Meet the Kerry Cows and a few turkeys and chickens while you are here! \nTours begin at 4:00 pm and are offered at a pay-what-you-will scale. \nWalk-ups are welcome\, but tours will be limited to 10 people and pre-registration is recommended. Register in the Museum Shop or via Eventbrite. \nCan’t join us on a Thursday afternoon but would like a guided tour?  Contact us at educator@shakerheritage.org to arrange a visit. \n  \nCategory: Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/thursday-afternoon-tours/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200629
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200619T050007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200627T040142Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrate National Pollinators' Week
DESCRIPTION:Shaker Heritage Society (SHS) is joining forces with several partners to provide programs and information about pollinators.   \nWhile the national event only lasts a week\, these organizations offer great places to visit and learn all year.  Whether you have 5 minutes or an hour\, enjoy online presentations and classes\, videos\, and activities for all ages. You can preview the flyer for the week’s planned activities here. \nDownload a packet prepared by the Shaker Heritage Society with links and pages for gardeners\, teachers\, and children to get you started! \nTake a family hunt in our herb garden\, with 150 plants labeled according to their historic use\, and visit chickens and our Kerry cows! \n \nSHS will present Put Up In Papers: The Shaker Seed Industry as an online program on Wednesday 6/24 at noon and Thursday 6/25 at 7:00 pm. \nAmong the many inventions and innovations that contributed to the successful economy of the Shakers\, the idea of selling seeds in small envelopes was one of the earliest. By 1790\, the Shakers had begun to grow vegetables specifically for the production and marketing of seeds. This became one of the Shakers’ main industries. \nLorraine Weiss\, Education Coordinator at Shaker Heritage Society\, will present this program online via Zoom at noon on Wednesday 6/24 and again on Thursday 6/25 at 7:00 pm. Please register at Eventbrite. Donations are requested. Contact us at educator@shakerheritage.org or 518-456-7890\, x 3 with any questions. \nApiculture at Watervliet\n \n“Byron Coburn moved at least 16 beehives to the  Watervliet Shakers’ South Family when the North Family closed in 1919.”\nIn the 1860’s the Watervliet Shakers started beekeeping in a very serious way. They bought young\, fertile\, Italian queen bees and set up over 100 hives all around their 4 Family sites. Giles Avery\, an Elder at the Mt. Lebanon Ministry\, was frequently at Watervliet for long periods of time and took the lead with beekeeping activities.  From the constant work the Shakers devoted to their bees\, it seems they understood their value as pollinators as well as producers of wax and honey. \nBeekeeping continued with the work of Byron Coburn\, who had relocated to the Watervliet North Family in 1892 when the Groveland Shaker community near Rochester closed.  In 1919 he moved to the South Family along with 16 beehives. Apiculture at Watervliet will introduce you to the journal entries about Elder Avery’s beekeeping\, historic photos\, and a video of the Mungers’ bees. \n \nALBANY COUNTY‘s March\, 2019 resolution established the county as a pollinator friendly municipality: “Based on the imminent threat that pollinators face from the loss of habitat\, climate change\, and the use of pesticides\, and recognizing the importance of pollinators to our environment and economy\, Albany County took action to establish pollinator-friendly practices.” For information about initiatives and resources\, visit the Albany County Department of Natural Resources Pollinator Storymaps website. \n \nAlbany County Historical Association | Ten Broeck Mansion will post a self-guided tour on Monday  6/22 on Facebook and Instagram that highlights the plants\, trees\, and shrubs that attract pollinators in the gardens of the 1798 Ten Broeck Mansion. The tour has children’s activities to do on your own (for all ages) and is free. Gardens are open free from dawn until dusk; directions at Ten Broeck Mansion website. \n \nThe Albany Pine Bush Preserve has a special Pollinators’ Week version of their interactive game Agents of Discovery App you can play from anywhere.  The 3\,350 acre preserve offers visitors 20 miles of trails.  Visits should be for a solitary nature break\, with non-contact outdoor recreational activities.  If the preserve is crowded\, choose a different trail or return another time or day.  More information at their website. \n \nGot Milkweed?  Pollinator Plants! Laura Lehtonen\, Managing Program Coordinator for STEM at Capital Region BOCES\, talks about the characteristics of four different types of Asclepias—butterfly plants\, or milkweed–you can plant in your garden.  These deer-resistant plants will grow in different soil conditions and benefit native butterflies and other pollinators. Watch the video here! \n \nCORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENSION OF ALBANY COUNTY has resources on soils\, site improvement\, plant selection\, proper plant care\, eco-friendly practices\, integrated pest management\, composting and much more! They offer free or low-cost gardening classes and tours all year long\, and opportunities to share your love of gardening as a volunteer. Master Gardener Volunteers will present two 45-minute online workshops: Creating a Welcoming Garden for Hummingbirds and Butterflies on Tuesday 6/23  at 7:00 pm; and Bringing Native Plants Into Your Garden on Saturday 6/27 at 10:00 am. Register at the website. Contact Carole Henry with questions at 518-765-3516 or via email to ch878@cornell.edu. \n \nPINE HOLLOW ARBORETUM is a wonderful place to visit\, whether you are looking to learn about trees from around the world\, bird watch\, take a hike or to simply find a quiet place to recharge after work. Visit www.pinehollowarboretum.org for more information. \nDo you know the story behind the name “dandelion?” Watch the video and find out that and more in six minutes when you take a close look at dandelions. Want to see a bee harvesting pollen and nectar up close? Take a few minutes to learn more about bees. \n \nRADIX ECOLOGICAL SUSTAINABILITY CENTER gives children and adults a hands-on educational experience to understand the main environmental issues we face today — and the tools to work toward positive solutions. They emphasize issues of food security\, health\, and the remediation of contaminated soils. Find information and resources on Facebook and at Radix Center. \nYou do not have to be on Facebook to look at videos and get information about events.  If you have any questions about these programs\, contact educator@shakerheritage.org. \n  \nCategory: Online\, Lectures\, Workshops
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/celebrate-national-pollinators-week/
CATEGORIES:Lectures,Online,Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200615
DTSTAMP:20260606T055529
CREATED:20200110T035738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200501T042310Z
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SUMMARY:Shaker Summer Craft Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Shaker Summer Craft Fair is postponed! \nWe look forward to debuting a Virtual Craft Fair this summer. Stay tuned for updates! \nExplore the booths of over 50 crafters and artisans. \nJewelry\, apparel\, ceramics\, health and wellness products\, gourmet foods\, spirits\, and more. \n$5 per adult/$4 with a 2020 print ad \nSHS members\, children 12 and under\, veterans and active military free \nAdmission proceeds support education and preservation efforts at Shaker Heritage Society \nOpen from 10 am to 4 pm \n  \nCategory: Fairs\, Online
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/shaker-craft-fair-7/
CATEGORIES:Fairs,Fundraising,Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T200000
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SUMMARY:Watervliet Shaker Garden Tour & Seed Industry History
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special tour for SHS and Historic Albany Foundation members. \nThe Shaker Heritage Society Herb Garden contains over 150 varieties of herbs\, each labeled with historic culinary and medicinal uses.  An introduction to the garden will be accompanied by a discussion of the Shakers’ seed industry which began at Watervliet in the 1790s. \nBring a picnic to enjoy afterwards! \n  \nCategory: Tours
URL:https://home.shakerheritage.org/event/watervliet-shaker-garden-tour-seed-industry-history/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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