2026 Summer Camp

July 13-17, 2026 | 9:30am-3:00pm | $325-$375 | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Join the Shaker Historical Society and our community partners for a fun and educational week of hands-on history exploration! Campers will dive into the humanities through exciting activities in geology, archaeology, textiles, conservation, architecture, and the study of historical landmarks across time. The week concludes with a special field trip to Cleveland’s iconic Terminal Tower and Public Square, where campers will see history come to life in the heart of the city. 

This camp is perfect for curious minds ages 8-12 who are eager to explore local and national history. No prior knowledge of Cleveland history required! 

Cost:

• $325 - SHS Members at the Family Level and Higher

• $350 - Shaker Heights Residents

• $375 - Non-Residents and Non-Members

United by Lee Community Picnic

July 19, 2026 | 1:00-3:30pm | Shaker Historical Society | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Join the Shaker Historical Society and our United by Lee partners in celebrating the shared history of Shaker Heights, the Lee-Harvard neighborhoods, and other Warrensville Township communities!

We invite you to bring a picnic blanket and enjoy a relaxed community picnic on the Shaker Historical Society’s front lawn as neighbors from these historically linked communities come together over food, music, and a shared exploration of the stories that connect us.

Enjoy good company and catered food, or bring your own lunch! Guests can tour the Shaker Historical Museum and participate in family-friendly activities for all ages, making this a perfect afternoon to gather, learn, and celebrate together.

Food, crafts, and activities will be available while supplies last. Registration is required for catering numbers. This free Community Picnic is sponsored by Cenovus Energy, The Worthington Companies Foundation, Marzetti, and the America250-Ohio Commission.

Understanding and Maintaining Wood Windows and Doors

July 25, 2026 | 11am-2pm | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

**Due to unforeseen circumstances, this workshop was postponed from its original scheduled date of June 20. We apologize for any inconvenience.**

Join the Shaker Historical Society and CC Restoration for Understanding and Maintaining Wood Windows and Doors, an interactive workshop for owners of old homes. In the morning, we'll explore the basics of door construction, learn to address common issues like binding and draftiness, and get hands-on experience installing weatherstripping. In the afternoon, you'll gain insights into wood windows, including basics of construction, window types and styles, and how to address common wood window maintenance such as re-roping and glazing. 

Don't miss this chance to enhance your DIY skills and ensure your home's doors and windows are in top-notch condition! This session includes hands-on work and is restricted to participants ages 18 and older. All attendees will be required to sign a waiver upon check-in. Workshop registration is $30 for residents and non-members, $20 for Shaker Historical Society members at the Individual level and above.

Brought One Dark Night — June 11 - August 30, 2026

In a letter to an old friend, Jemima Mousseau described herself as one of three Menominee children taken at night to the North Union Shaker Village in Warrensville Township. Her remarkable life, uncovered through new historical research, reveals themes of movement, resilience, and the fluid nature of identity in 19th- and early 20th-century Ohio.

Brought One Dark Night, on view June 11-August 30, 2026, shares Jemima’s story in depth for the first time. This exhibit is made possible with support from the citizens of Shaker Heights and residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.