I’m Ya “Christina” Gao, an exchange student from China now at Laurel School, Shaker Heights, Ohio. I’m working on a Senior project, which takes place from mid-May to the beginning of June at The Shaker Historical Society. I came to Shaker Heights two years ago. At this time which I’m about to graduate Read more »
On display at the Shaker Historical Society December 26, 27 and 28, 2012.
Mrs. Yusko and Miss Ellis’s third grade students from Laurel School, who recently participated in the “How to create your own exhibit” Program at the Shaker Historical Society will have their work on display throughout the museum for the public to Read more »
Sunday, December 2nd at 4:00 p.m.
In many times and places, people have used music as a powerful tool for social change. Groove with Jason Hanley, Director of Education at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as he tells the story of how rock and roll influenced some of the most turbulent times Read more »
Sunday, November 11th at 4:00 p.m.
Connect with Federal Court District Judge, Dan Polster and his mother, Elinor Polster as they talk about their family’s commitment to social justice and civil rights in Shaker Heights, and the role they played in the founding of the Ludlow Community Association and fighting the Clark-Lee Freeway.
Friday, November 9th Reception at 5:30 p.m.
Presentation will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Local food author, Laura Taxel, celebrates the 100th anniversary of the West Side Market with her new book. Get a snapshot of the vibrant history of the market, the vendors and the ethnic food offerings. Laura gives audiences a “taste” Read more »
Sunday, November 4th at 4:00 p.m.
Can you imagine Shaker Heights and Cleveland Heights without natural parklands and lakes? An eight lane freeway was proposed in 1960 that would have completely destroyed much of the green space in Shaker Heights. Sabine Kretzschmar, historian and former Executive Director of the SHS talks about the Read more »
