The Enfield Shaker Museum announced a summer field school, directed by Anthropology Prof. David Starbuck. The first-ever professional dig at the Enfield, New Hampshire, site will run from May 29 through June 19. Participants will learn basic field work techniques. Volunteers (age 18+) must make a two-week minimum commitment. PSU students can earn academic credit by attending the entire field school. Register early, as space is limited. Contact David Starbuck (dstarbuck@plymouth.edu) for more information and registration.

In addition to its ongoing preservation of the Great Stone Dwelling and West Brethren Shop, the museum recently acquired a special barn at the site. Built by the Shakers in 1854, this 4-level cow barn reflects the Shaker’s interest in agricultural productivity and labor-saving design. The barn is one of two multi-story Shaker barns remaining in the United States. See the museum’s Winter 2015 Newsletter for the full story.