Brother Arnold once said, “the Shakers have always been ordinary people attempting to live an extraordinary lifestyle.” This simple notion best expresses who the Shakers are as individuals, and as members of a religious community.
Retreats take place in the Shakers’ home – Shaker Village. Most retreat experiences will be self-contained and parallel to the Shakers’ routines. Leaders of the retreat will be present for nearly all activities. These qualified individuals will prepare participants for successful experiences, including background explanation of any useful protocols such as meal times and prayers.