Mount Lebanon Shaker Village

Mount Lebanon Shaker Village is a museum site spread across a large property with original and restored buildings from the Shaker community. The grounds contain dwellings, workshops, and communal structures that reveal how the residents organized their daily life and labor.

The settlement was founded in the late 1700s and became the central hub of the Shaker movement in North America. At its peak, the site attracted hundreds of residents who lived by Shaker principles of community and simplicity.

The buildings here show how the Shakers lived and worked, combining simple design with practical function in everything they made. Walking through the site reveals how this community created furniture, textiles, and tools that reflected their belief in honest craftsmanship.

The site is open to visitors who want to explore the grounds and museum collections, though some buildings are undergoing restoration. Wearing good walking shoes is helpful since the property is large and best explored at your own pace.

The site contains the ruins of a massive stone barn built in 1859 that was once the largest stone barn construction in the United States. This remarkable structure demonstrates the engineering skill and ambition of the Shaker community.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 42.45960,-73.38060

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:06