Although this photo is not identified as being taken at Pleasant Hill, it is nonetheless, a wonderful example of Shaker fashion in the 19th century.
A Shaker Heritage Society posting from 2013 discusses Shaker fashion over the years:
As we examine Shaker fashion, it is important to consider the differences between individual Shakers and various Shaker communities, as well as the fact that everything changes over time – what may have been true in 1897 would have been unheard of in 1834... continue
Our visit to Pleasant Hill was before cellphones had cameras, but one picture I wish I could have taken was one of the interpretive staff letting a floor fan inflate her long Shaker skirt on a hot summer day. I don't think she knew I was behind her.
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