Baby Animals Festival at Hancock Shaker Village
The Baby Animals Festival marks the return of spring at Hancock Shaker Village, where farming traditions have shaped life in the Berkshires for generations. Families can meet lambs, calves, chicks, and piglets inside the Round Stone Barn, a 19th-century structure designed to support efficient farm work. Did you know that Shaker communities were known for selective breeding and careful animal care, which improved livestock quality? Daily talks and demonstrations highlight how animals, wool, and crops supported the Village’s agricultural system. The festival offers a close look at seasonal renewal while connecting visitors to the history of farming and the rhythms of life tied to the land.
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