Canterbury Shaker Village Launches The Blinn Report
Recently, Canterbury Shaker Village launched The Blinn Report, an online blog that highlights objects from its vast and varied collections as well as the many stories they reveal about this long-lived utopian community.
Canterbury Shaker Village to Host Sugar Camp Guided Hiking Tours
On Saturdays, March 18 and April 1, visitors will have the unique opportunity to explore the expansive grounds at Canterbury Shaker Village during its popular annual Sugar Camp Guided Hiking Tours.
Canterbury Shaker Village to Offer Tai Chi at the Village
Held every Monday from March 13 through May, Tai Chi at the Village represents an opportunity to learn Tai Chi from Darcy Cushing, a student of the renowned Tung family T’ai Chi Style. Tai Chi at the Village represents the latest in a number of Tai Chi classes and workshops that have been held over the years.
New Staff Boosts Education at Canterbury Shaker Village
Education is an important part of the experience at Canterbury Shaker Village, which provides a variety of tours throughout its expansive campus.
These tours will be enhanced this year at the Village, which reopens on Saturday, May 13, with
a smartphone experience.
Canterbury Shaker Village Launches Membership Drive
Featuring 26 restored original Shaker buildings, Canterbury Shaker Village has quietly become a wedding destination in recent years. “What makes the Village so unique for weddings is the variety of venues we feature on the property,” said Leslie Nolan, executive director.
Canterbury Shaker Village Celebrates Major Grant Award
In December, Canterbury Shaker Village received a $109,755 matching grant from the New Hampshire Land and Community Heritage Investment Program (LCHIP) to fund a new roof, at its Dwelling House. One of 26 restored original Shaker buildings at the Village, a National Historic Landmark, the Dwelling House is a T-shaped structure with 56 rooms that has been expanded numerous times since its construction in 1793.
2023 Delta Dental Snow or No We Go Trail Series Returns to Canterbury Shaker Village
The 2023 Delta Dental Snow or No We Go Trail Series returns to Canterbury Shaker Village on January 28, February 11, and February 18. Taking place at 10:00 a.m., the races provide snowshoers with the opportunity to hike, jog, or run through the Village’s extensive trail system.
Symphony NH Concertmaster Quartet to Perform at Canterbury Shaker Village
On Saturday, December 3 at 4:00 p.m., Symphony NH Concertmaster Quartet will perform at Canterbury Shaker Village. Musicians to perform include Concertmaster Elliott Markow, Assistant Principal Viola Elaine Leisinger, Lynn Basila (violin), and Nathaniel Lathrop (cello).
Restoration Projects Take Center Stage at Canterbury Shaker Village
This year, Canterbury Shaker Village received financial support from several funders to begin an ambitious restoration of its Schoolhouse (c. 1823/63) that began this spring and will be completed next summer.
Canterbury Shaker Village to Host Concert & Cocktails
On Saturday, December 3 at 4:00 p.m., Canterbury Shaker Village will host Concert & Cocktails, a holiday string quartet concert with Symphony NH, the first of several ‘Merry Merry Canterbury’ events. Concert & Cocktails is made possible with support from Coaches Collective International, Cambridge Trust, and Betsy & Bruce Stefany.