Elder Henry Green's Workshop, Alfred Shaker Village, ca. 1900

Contributed by United Society of Shakers

Aside from his roles as community leader and chief salesman, Alfred Shaker Elder Henry was an accomplished woodworker.

Visible in the picture are many oval carriers, which Elder Henry made. His greatest talent, however, was in the area of cabinetry. He made many exquisite secretaries, writing desks and sewing desks, which are still in use today at the Sabbathday Lake community.

The steam boiler was used to power tools in the workshop.

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Title: Elder Henry Green's Workshop, Alfred Shaker Village, ca. 1900
Creator: United Society of Shakers
Creation Date: circa 1900
Subject Date: circa 1900
Town: Alfred
County: York
State: ME
Media: Slide from a print
Local Code: ITE 38
Object Type: Image

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707 Shaker Road, New Gloucester, ME 04260
(207) 926-4597
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