Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill
Travel ArrangementsKentucky, United States51-200 Employees
Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill is a historic travel destination in Harrodsburg, Kentucky, dedicated to sharing the legacy of the Kentucky Shakers. The site spans 3,000 acres and features 34 original Shaker structures, hosting the country's largest private collection of 19th-century buildings and Kentucky's largest National Historic Landmark. Onsite offerings include overnight accommodations, dining, beverage and catering services, three craft shops, and exhibitions housed in historic buildings, along with a farm and garden area, the Dixie Belle Riverboat, and 1,200 acres of restored native prairie. The organization emphasizes preservation and conservation, engaged learning and exploration, and warm hospitality as its core pillars. Its audience comprises visitors seeking heritage experiences and experiential travel, with year-round events such as harvest festivals, craft fairs, and writers' workshops. In 2023, Shaker Village named Bob Gigliotti as president and CEO, reflecting leadership changes at the organization.