The Shakers: A World in the Making

A close look at the creative production of the United States Shaker communities and their influence on designers and artists past and present

Established in the 18th century, the Shakers were a Christian community that embraced principles of social equality, communal property and pacifism, viewing labor and design as crucial expressions of their faith. The Shakers' radically simple, functional objects have had a profound influence on modern design, inspiring generations of artists, architect...