Hancock Shaker Village
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I have had the pleasure of visiting this fascinating Shaker farm and found it inspiring and full of great photography opportunities. I recently called and learned that the farm animals are still available for photographing and there are a few new calves as well.
From the website (Hancock Shaker Village):
"With 20 historic buildings and a working farm and garden, Hancock Shaker Village is open for self-guided tours, demonstrations, talks, and programs ranging from concerts to goat yoga. The museum celebrates the history and legacy of the Shakers, a religious group that lived communally and sought to realize the perfection of heaven on earth by espousing values of equality and pacifism. On the National Historic Register, it is the most comprehensively interpreted Shaker site in the world and is the oldest working farm in the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts."
Hours:
June 30 – November 2: Daily, 10am-5pm
General Admission Rates:
Adults $20 ($18 for seniors, AAA members, MTA cardholders, and active and retired US military)
What to bring:
I encourage you to bring a versatile lens for both close and wide angle images. I find a 24 - 120 works great for me. I'll bring a long lens as well but not sure you will need it.
Lunch: Lunch is available on-site at their cafe
Meet at the front entrance area at 10:00 am