Workshops at Shaker Village

The Shakers are among the best-known craftspeople in American history; their legacy includes fine examples of woodworking, textile arts, basket making, metal work, music, gardening, cooking, and more. Today, the Sabbathday Lake Shakers, America’s only active Shaker Community, are the stewards of this heritage. We are pleased to feature Shaker-inspired workshops by some of Maine’s best-known instructors and artists.

Pre-registration is required for all classes. Register online, by phone 207-926-4597, or email info@maineshakers.com

We now offer workshops On-Site, Virtual, and Hybrid!
See each listing title & description for available options.

Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop at Shaker Village

Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop -In Person

September 30 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT

Nuno Felted Handmade Scarf by Betsey Leslie

Nuno Felted Wool Scarf – On-Site

September 30 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT

Introduction to Bookarts Workshop with Geoff Davis at Shaker Village

Introduction to Bookarts

October 14 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm EDT

Cobwebber Broom by Redmond Philbert for Shaker Village

Broom Making Workshop: The Cobwebber -In-Person

October 21 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT

Needle Felting Workshop at Shaker Village- Pumpkins

Needle Felting: Pumpkins & Gourds Workshop – Hybrid

October 21 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT

Shaker-Style Sweeper Broom Making Workshop with Robert Sheckler at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village Maine

Broom Making Workshop- Shaker Sweepers -In-person

October 21 @ 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Intermediate Whisk Broom Making Workshop with Robert Sheckler at Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village Maine

Broom Making Workshop- Fancy Whisk Brooms -In-person

October 28 @ 9:00 am - 12:30 pm EDT

Sabbathday Lake Shaker Village Meetinghouse Interior

National Conference at Sabbathday Lake: Celebrating 250 Years of the Shakers in America

August 2, 2024 - August 6, 2024

The Shaker Kitchen - Apple Pie Instant Access Virtual Workshop

The Shaker Kitchen with Brother Arnold: Shaker Apple Pie & Dutch Apple Pie – Instant Access Workshop

The Shaker Kitchen with Brother Arnold - Workshop #1- Sister Elizabeth's Biscuits 3 Ways

The Shaker Kitchen with Brother Arnold: Sister Elizabeth’s Biscuits: 3 Ways – Instant Access Workshop

Gathering Basket Instant Access Workshop with Carolyn Kemp

Gathering Basket – Instant Access Workshop & Kit

Instant Access Virtual Workshop: Needle Felted Sheep with Betsey Leslie

Needle Felted Sheep – Instant Access Workshop & Kit

Summer Tote Basket Instant Access Virtual Workshop with Carolyn Kemp for Shaker Village

Summer Tote Basket – Instant Access Workshop & Kit

Shibori and Indigo Dyeing Workshop at Shaker Village with Mary Delano

Interested in Teaching at Shaker Village?

We’d love to have you join the family of enthusiastic traditional artists sharing their love of their craft!

Email a general inquiry to Jamie at info@maineshakers.com or fill out our online workshop proposal here:

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