The kids weren't thrilled with the idea, but we don't always take them to the places THEY want to go, do we? The history of these simple-living people is extremely well preserved here, gently available by the historians and docents stationed throughout. There were plenty of spaces to run about and explore on our own, no guided tours confining little... More

It's a beautifully maintained and operating farm with historically preserved buildings. This immaculate, innovative, and communal Shaker village is very interesting and a pleasure to experience. We were also impressed at the high quality products for sale in the museum's gift shop. The well crafted Shaker inspired oval boxes are beautiful! We bought two of them. More

My husband, two daughters age 10 and 12 and i just returned from a trip to Hancock Massachusetts and while there we visited the Hancock Shaker Village. We had a blast! The month of April is a month that the village has baby animals which are a hands on experience. We thouroughly enjoyed this experience. There was a man by... More

Great place to bring the grandchildren, children. Check their calendar for the current happenings. More

A real working farm museum, with an authenticity that may be lacking at more phony "Pilgrim-Plantation" style attractions. Time stands still at the Hancock Shaker Village, as if their community upped and left for Maine last year, instead of in 1960. The museum provides a window into a simple, monastic lifestyle, impossible to imagine for our consumer-culture kids. Volunteers run... More

This is a great place to learn about the Shackers, see their settlement and animals. Early Spring, they feature baby animals and the "Behind the Scene " tour that is well worth it. This year it included a hay ride, additional baby animals and access to the knowledgable Agricultural Director. Also on site is a cafe and SoCo ice cream... More

A simplier life. Beautiful grounds. Loved the buildings. More

Whatever happen here is so far removed from the mainstream. More attention could be given to promote facility. More

Hancock Shaker Village gives a true picture of what the Shakers Everday Life was like. Plus it's a perfect place to bring children especially in the springtime to see all the animals they have and actually get to enjoy them hands- on! If in the Bershires I definatley reccomend. More