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Canterbury Shaker Village Candlelit Tours


  • Canterbury Shaker Village 288 Shaker Road Canterbury, NH, 03224 United States (map)

Visit Canterbury Shaker Village for a guided candlelit tour highlighting the Shakers’ Christmas traditions. During the 200 years that Shakers lived at Canterbury Shaker Village their Christmas traditions evolved and changed. Explore the evolution of the Shakers’ Christmas celebrations – from simple religious services in the 19th century to holiday decorations and elaborate theatricals in the 20th century – on this 60 minute guided tour, which ends with cookies and hot cider in one of our decorated historic buildings.

Dates: December  13th & 14th

Times: Tours start at 6:30pm & 7:00pm

Tickets: $12 for adults, $6 for children ages 6-17, Village members half price. Suggested for ages 12+. Advance registration required. Tour size limited to 15 people to ensure an intimate experience. Please click here to register. Tickets will be sold up to 24 hours before the tours begin.

Later Event: December 15
Christmas at Canterbury