Thanksgiving Dessert-a-thon

September 28 - November 14, 2024 | ORDER DESSERT HERE

Make your Thanksgiving even sweeter with the Shaker Historical Society's first-ever Thanksgiving Dessert-a-thon! This special fundraiser is designed to take the stress out of your holiday preparations while supporting a good cause. Choose from a mouthwatering selection of desserts, including classic apple pies, indulgent pecan pie brownies, and festive pumpkin cakes: givebutter.com/shs-desserts-2024

Your sweet treats will be delivered* to your doorstep during the week of Thanksgiving, giving you more time to focus on celebrating with your loved ones. Best of all, every purchase helps fund our fall programming, allowing us to continue offering engaging and educational events at the Shaker Historical Society.

*Free delivery is available to residents of Shaker Heights and those within a 2-mile radius of the Shaker Historical Society. For those outside this area, please contact us at info@shakerhistory.org to arrange for pick-up or inquire about delivery options before placing your order.

Century House Birthday Party

October 24, 2024 | 6-8pm | Van Aken District | FREE

The Shaker Historical Society is partnering with the Shaker Heights Public Library, City of Shaker Heights, and Cleveland Restoration Society for our annual Century House Birthday Party! 

All Shaker residents are invited to learn about home-related resources and information while enjoying cake and ice cream to celebrate the new batch of century homes in Shaker Heights.

Grab dinner in the Van Aken District Market Hall and swing by our tables for information and dessert!

Don‘t forget to order a house plaque to celebrate your home's 100th birthday! Click here to order one today

'Tis the gift to be simple: Aaron Copland Meets the Shakers in Shaker Heights

November 7, 2024 | 7:00-8:30pm | Zoom | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Shaker leader Ann Lee and her followers arrived in the United States in 1774 and settled in Watervliet, New York near Albany. Two centuries later, composer Aaron Copland, who incorporated the Shaker tune “Simple Gifts” in his award-winning 1944 ballet score for Appalachian Spring, visited Cleveland for a weeklong celebration of his music sponsored by the Cleveland Orchestra. During this visit, Copland was invited by Roger Lee Hall to meet Maine Shakers who were presenting a workshop for Shaker Heights teachers. This would be the only meeting between Copland and the Shakers.

Join the Shaker Historical Society, Shaker Heights Public Library, and Roger Lee Hall to explore the origins of “Simple Gifts,” its adaptations by folk artists like Judy Collins and its influence on Sydney Carter’s song “Lord of the Dance.” Hall will also discuss Aaron Copland’s connection with Shaker music and his historic meeting with the Sabbathday Lake Shakers. This is a free virtual event, but registration is required at bit.ly/coplandshakers

Trees and Fluffy Things — September 28, 2024 - February 16, 2025 

Trees and Fluffy Things by Shaker Heights artist Ewuresi Archer is a vibrant celebration of the historical trees in Shaker Heights, highlighting the majestic beauty of both native species and those that were thoughtfully introduced over time. Each piece pays homage to the unique stories these trees hold, reflecting the deep-rooted history of the area. Adding a playful twist, every painting features the delightful presence of chickens, bringing a touch of whimsy and joy to the exhibition, symbolizing the harmony between nature and the creatures that call it home.