Join us in for a virtual presentation by Hancock Shaker Village. Hancock Shaker Village is a landmark destination of 750 acres, 20 historic Shaker buildings, and over 22,000 Shaker artifacts.
“I don’t want to be remembered as a chair,” Shaker eldress Mildred Barker said — perhaps a prophetic statement, given the fact that Shaker design is today considered one of the most iconic and influential forms of American design. In this program, we’ll explore the ingenuity and thoughtfulness behind the Shakers’ creation of a religious sect founded on values of equality, justice, community, and celibacy. By examining the architectural layout and development of the Village, you’ll understand the history and legacy of these fascinating designers who “managed to make objects so magically austere that they continue to astonish our eyes and our sense of form” (Adam Gopnik, The New Yorker). We’ll examine several iconic Shaker objects — including a chair and an oval box — to understand more about this “magical austerity.”
This program will be a HYBRID program that can be accessed via Zoom from your home, or you can attend in person, at the Library. If attending virtually, please do not try to join the Zoom meeting more than 10 minutes early. If you have not received an email with Zoom information at least one hour before the event, please email cphreference@sals.edu.
Please note: This program is subject to change based on safety guidelines and masks will be required. The Library follows CDC guidance. Please visit the Library’s website for the latest safety updates.
The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do.