Today, a single small community remains in Sabbathday Lake, Maine. Outside the Centre Family Dwelling, guide Dixie Huffman leans against a wooden lamppost, answering questions from passersby. Twenty-eight years at Pleasant Hill make Huffman, a former school teacher, an elder of sorts. And her academic side shows when asked why she has remained so long at Pleasant Hill. Besides, this place is just plain lovely.
Winter hours vary and some exhibition buildings are closed.
Advance reservations are advised. Two craft shops sell handmade items and Shaker reproductions. Gannett Co. Inc. newspaper Use of this site signifies that you agree to our terms of service. Associated Press content is Copyrighted by The Associated Press.