Catholic Cemetery Tour | Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-12 noon | Free | Catholic Cemetery, 830 10th Avenue West
Mission
The Shakopee Heritage Society (SHS) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the heritage for the city of Shakopee, Minnesota. The SHS can be considered the stewards of the city’s history, architecture, and founding principles that create a proud and eclectic community. Our mission is to preserve history, architecture, stories, events, artifacts and anything Shakopee. Simultaneously, we promote community awareness about the establishment of our river city, development through the Queen Anne period, growth during the industrial revolution, strength during both World Wars, and leadership toward community growth.
Who We Are
Established in 1999, the society consists of a board of trustees, general members, and relies heavily on interested participants who grew up in the city (or proximity) willing to share knowledge and stories about the city. The board consists of seven elected directors that make decisions regarding the education of local history, and recommendations to the county historical society. The board also acts as a liaison for Shakopee collections and archives, municipal and community committees, publications, and membership events. General membership continues to grow and receive a quarterly newsletter, updates on historic stories, and interaction with the board. Membership also receives an invitation to annual meetings, historic presentations, and a group effort to learn and share anything Shakopee.
Affiliations
The SHS has established friendly connections and affiliations with the Scott County Historical Society, Minnesota Historical Society, local retail, city and municipal staff. Feel free to browse, learn, and explore how the Shakopee Heritage Society is dedicated to history and future awareness. Any suggestions or interests are always welcome. Thank you for your continuing support!
What’s New?
- Next presentation is “We Were Fierce!” Women in Early Shakopee on Tuesday, June 16 at Benedictine Living Community, 1705 Windermere Way
Upcoming Presentations
Catholic Cemetery Tour
Saturday, June 13, 10 a.m.-12 noon | Free | Catholic Cemetery, 830 10th Avenue West
Shakopee Heritage Society president David R. Schleper presents information on some of the people buried in the Catholic Cemetery. The event requires walking, so participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and to bring a chair to sit in during the presentation.
No pre-registration required.
“We Were Fierce!” Women in Early Shakopee
Tuesday, June 16, 2-3 p.m. | Free | Benedictine Living Community, 1705 Windermere Way
The third edition of the book “We Were Fierce!” Women in Early Shakopee by David R. Schleper of the Shakopee Heritage Society discusses twelve women in early Shakopee. The book includes Wakan Yaŋke Wiŋ, Cordelia Eggleston Pond, Mahalia Conklin Shumway, Elizabeth Gerdesmeier Lenzmeier, Minnie Josephine Otherday Weldon, Paula Morales Johnson, and Laura Reiko Koeck, along with other women who helped develop the city of Shakopee. Along with pictures, the book helps learn about the women who are often forgotten, but who made Shakopee great!
No pre-registration required.
St. Mary’s of Marystown Catholic Cemetery Tour
Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m.-12 noon | Free | St. Mary’s of Marystown Catholic Cemetery, 15850 Marystown Road
Shakopee Heritage Society president David R. Schleper presents information on some of the people buried in the St. Mary’s of Marystown Catholic Cemetery. The event requires walking, so participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and to bring a chair to sit in during the presentation.
No pre-registration required.
Thomas Andrew Holmes and Ety-shah Red Face William Bill Quinn in Holmes Landing 1851
Tuesday, July 14, 1-2 p.m. | Free | Shakopee Community Center Ṡakpe ti Senior Lounge, 1255 Fuller Street South
When Thomas A. Holmes and William Louis Quinn arrived in the area called Holmes Landing (later called Shakopee), the area was called Tínṫa Otuŋwe, a village of 600 Dakota Indians. Learn about the white people who moved into the area over the next few years, and the Indians who were already here for 175 years before the white people arrived.
Please pre-register with Shakopee Parks and Recreation at the Shakopee Community Center or online through Shakopee Parks and Recreation.
Calvary Cemetery Tour
Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m.-12 noon | Free | Calvary Cemetery, 4200 Eagle Creek Boulevard
Shakopee Heritage Society president David R. Schleper presents information on some of the people buried in the Calvary Cemetery. The event requires walking, so participants are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes and to bring a chair to sit in during the presentation.
No pre-registration required.