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Shaker Museum and Library
Shaker Museum and Library Review
You can learn about the daily life of the Shakers from one of the largest collections focusing on their culture. The extensive array of clothing and household textiles on exhibit is a highlight. The series of red barns also displays furniture, tools, machinery, and decorative objects from all of the major Shaker communities.
- Address: 88 Shaker Museum Rd., off Rte. 13Old Chatham, NY 12136 | Map It
- Phone: 518/794-9100
- Cost: $8
- Hours: Late May--Oct., Wed.--Mon. 10--5
- Location: Kinderhook
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