Brought One Dark Night Exhibit Opening

More information coming soon!

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 will open January 2026 and share Jemima’s story in depth for the first time. The exhibition is supported in part by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.

Pieces of the Same Puzzle Cross-Community Meal

March 1, 2026 | 1:30-3:30pm | John F. Kennedy High School | REGISTRATION REQUIRED

A cross-community dinner uniting Lee-Harvard and Shaker through food, conversation, and a community quilt—every piece matter.

Pieces of the Same Puzzle: A United by LEE Cross-Community Dinner brings together Lee-Harvard and Shaker neighbors for food, conversation, and connection rooted in shared history and place.

We invite guests to bring a piece of fabric representing their neighborhood or story to contribute to a Community Quilt, symbolizing how every voice and experience matters.

This dinner is one of four events in the Resilient LEE series, a community-led initiative focused on civic engagement, storytelling, and building stronger cross-community relationships.

Best in Show Screening

March 29, 2026 | 1:30pm | FREE

SAVE THE DATE: Celebrate Shaker Heights native Fred Willard with a screening of Best in Show (2000), the classic mockumentary that showcases his legendary comedic timing.

This free screening at the Cedar Lee Theatre is part of the America250-Ohio celebration of Ohio Entertains: Music & Entertainment. More details and tickets coming soon!

Historic Homes Tour: How Transportation Shaped the Heights

April 19, 2026 | Two Sessions: 10am & 12pm | $130/member, $160/non-member | TICKETS REQUIRED

As part of the America250-Ohio celebration of Ohio Transportation, the 2026 Historic Homes Tour, in partnership with the Nature Center at Shaker Lakes, will explore how rapid transit shaped the growth and character of Shaker and Cleveland Heights. Following a presentation and light brunch, guests will enjoy a trolley tour of Shaker and Cleveland Heights homes located along or near the city’s historic rapid transit routes.

$160 for non-members, $130 for members at the Individual Level and above. Storm/weather date: April 26. Registration required.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

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