Home Days: Cake Walk
Join us for our old-fashioned Cake Walk on Friday, Aug. 7th at 6:30 by the stage!
Friends of all ages can compete to win gift cards for local bakery cakes. It’s a fun twist on Musical Chairs—just great music and good times! Only $1 per person for each round, and you can play as many times as you like. Don’t miss out on this sweet opportunity to win and create lasting Home Days memories!
Home Days: Booth
Visit our booth on Saturday from noon to 6:00 PM where we’ll be featuring
Kast Iron Soda Works’ ROOT BEER & VANILLA COLA in special commemorative America 250 bottles. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy these delicious, old-fashioned sodas!
Presentation on Native Americans of the Cuyahoga Valley
Join us for an engaging experience as we explore the local Native American culture and stories. This event is a great chance to connect, learn, and gain authentic insights. Bring your curiosity and get ready for an enjoyable evening! Light refreshments will be served, and donations are appreciated. Please sign up so we can accommodate everyone!
Register here.
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Hemlock Cemetery “Voices from the Past” Event and Restoration Campaign Launch
Admission: $10 donation for cemetery restoration includes pizza and pop or water
Join us for an afternoon of history and fun! This event will feature:
Pizza and beverages
Costumed characters sharing stories of life as a pioneer in Independence
Hemlock Cemetery preservation t-shirt sales
Presentations by the Historical Society, a Cuyahoga Valley National Park naturalist, and a gravestone restoration specialist
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with the past and learn about ways you can contribute to our restoration effort!
Parking available next door at the Independence Technology Center (6801 Brecksville Rd, Independence, OH 44131)
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Come and Explore Our Community of Faith
Independence was founded on faith. Join the Independence Historical Society as we journey back to the beginning of the four cornerstone faiths that have anchored our community: Presbyterian, Methodist, Catholic, and Lutheran. These four denominations have been part of our community for nearly two centuries. They have stories to share, depictions of their earliest beginnings, relics from the past, and hopes for the future. Hear their stories and discover how their collective faith of 690 years has served the Independence community.
Community of Faith Cookies!
Pre-order a delicious custom-designed cookie featuring each historic church for the event. Place your order now to ensure availability, and enjoy your cookie with complimentary coffee, tea or water on the event day! You can also purchase a cookie as a keepsake or use it as a Christmas ornament!
Click here to place your order!
Come and Explore Our Community of Faith
Independence was founded on faith. Join the Independence Historical Society as we journey back to the beginning of the four cornerstone faiths that have anchored our community: Presbyterian, Methodist, Catholic, and Lutheran. These four denominations have been part of our community for nearly two centuries. They have stories to share, depictions of their earliest beginnings, relics from the past, and hopes for the future. Hear their stories and discover how their collective faith of 690 years has served the Independence community.
Community of Faith Cookies!
Pre-order a delicious custom-designed cookie featuring each historic church for the event. Place your order now to ensure availability, and enjoy your cookie with complimentary coffee, tea or water on the event day! You can also purchase a cookie as a keepsake or use it as a Christmas ornament!
Click here to place your order!
Memorial Muffins
Memorial Day Muffins: Advance ordering online guarantees availability.
1 JUMBO muffin (choose red-cranberry, white-white chocolate chip or blueberry) OR order 2 JUMBO muffins and save!
Available at Historic Hall 8 AM til 11 AM on Memorial Day during the ceremony in the Square.
Coffee, hot tea and bottled water will be available at the door for $1.00.
Click here to place your order!
Trails and Tales: The Ohio-Erie Canal (America 250 - Ohio Special Event)
Join us for a presentation about the history of the OHIO-ERIE CANAL, presented by an Interpretive Park Ranger with the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. This canal system was a 19th century engineering marvel that transformed the state into a commercial powerhouse. The Ohio-Erie Canal connected Lake Erie to the Ohio River, linking Ohio to global markets via the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico. Hand-dug, the canal included many features the laid the groundwork for Ohio’s economic and population growth. Additionally, photos and artifacts from our museum collection will be on display at Historic Hall.
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
POSTPONED Sunday Sips, Sweets, and Stories
Due to anticipated extreme weather, we have decided to postpone this event.
Sunday Sips, Sweets & Stories will now be: Feb. 8, 22 and Mar. 1!
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Holiday Home Tour
Schedule:
Check In at Historic Hall between 12:00-1:00 PM EST (6675 Brecksville Road)
Homes will be open for tours 1:00-4:00 PM EST
Mapleshade Historical Cemetery Tour
Our most popular event returns on Saturday, October 18 & 25
Featuring all new characters!
Join us for an evening of captivating stories of early Independence as our guides lead you to the gravesites of local citizens, brought to life by our “spirit actors”.
Tour Times: 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM (Meet at Maple Shade Cemetery at Brecksville & Rockside Roads)
Tickets: $20 (includes refreshments after each tour)
Become a member now to save 20% on your ticket and merch orders!
Mapleshade Historical Cemetery Tour
Our most popular event returns on Saturday, October 18 & 25
Featuring all new characters!
Join us for an evening of captivating stories of early Independence as our guides lead you to the gravesites of local citizens, brought to life by our “spirit actors”.
Tour Times: 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM (Meet at Maple Shade Cemetery at Brecksville & Rockside Roads)
Tickets: $20 (includes refreshments after each tour)
Become a member now to save 20% on your ticket and merch orders!
Mapleshade Historical Cemetery Tour
Our most popular event returns on Saturday, October 18 & 25
Featuring all new characters!
Join us for an evening of captivating stories of early Independence as our guides lead you to the gravesites of local citizens, brought to life by our “spirit actors”.
Tour Times: 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM (Meet at Maple Shade Cemetery at Brecksville & Rockside Roads)
Tickets: $20 (includes refreshments after each tour)
Become a member now to save 20% on your ticket and merch orders!
Mapleshade Historical Cemetery Tour
Our most popular event returns on Saturday, October 18 & 25
Featuring all new characters!
Join us for an evening of captivating stories of early Independence as our guides lead you to the gravesites of local citizens, brought to life by our “spirit actors”.
Tour Times: 4:30 PM and 6:00 PM (Meet at Maple Shade Cemetery at Brecksville & Rockside Roads)
Tickets: $20 (includes refreshments after each tour)
Become a member now to save 20% on your ticket and merch orders!
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Home Days Jail & Bail Booth
August 1st and 2nd:
We’re looking for new “inmates” for a fun event during this year’s Home Days! The community will contribute to your bail, and the prisoner who raises the most money will avoid serving time in the Home Days jail cell. We promise all sentences will be short, and your time served will make a big difference to the Independence Historical Society. If you’d like to help us out, please turn yourself in at independencehistory@gmail.com.
Click the images below to bail out the inmates!
Home Days Jail & Bail Booth
August 1st and 2nd:
We’re looking for new “inmates” for a fun event during this year’s Home Days! The community will contribute to your bail, and the prisoner who raises the most money will avoid serving time in the Home Days jail cell. We promise all sentences will be short, and your time served will make a big difference to the Independence Historical Society. If you’d like to help us out, please turn yourself in at independencehistory@gmail.com.
Click the images below to bail out the inmates!
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Memorial Muffins
Memorial Day breakfast includes: 3 muffins (red, white & blue) and choice of coffee, hot tea or bottled water.
Available at Historic Hall 8 AM til 11 AM on Memorial Day during the ceremony in the Square.
Presale is through May 18th. They will be available at the door while supplies last on Memorial Day, May 26th, for $1 more.
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Quarterly Meeting
Come get to know the Independence Historical Society! Join us at Historic Hall on the 2nd Thursday of January, April, July and October from 7pm-8pm.
Mrs. Claus Story Hour
Join Mrs. Claus for stories, treats, and a craft-along with a tour of the historic Bramley House. Children ages 4-10 and accompanying adults: $10 for each person (adults enjoy treats during story time). Photo ops inside with Mrs. Claus and outside in our antique sleigh!
Discounted admission to all events for Independence Historical Society members! (Please allow 2 full days for the membership link to become active before purchasing tickets.)
Ticket sales and memberships are tax deductible. Independence Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Mrs. Claus Story Hour
Join Mrs. Claus for stories, treats, and a craft-along with a tour of the historic Bramley House. Children ages 4-10 and accompanying adults: $10 for each person (adults enjoy treats during story time). Photo ops inside with Mrs. Claus and outside in our antique sleigh!
Discounted admission to all events for Independence Historical Society members! (Please allow 2 full days for the membership link to become active before purchasing tickets.)
Ticket sales and memberships are tax deductible. Independence Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Mrs. Claus Story Hour
Join Mrs. Claus for stories, treats, and a craft-along with a tour of the historic Bramley House. Children ages 4-10 and accompanying adults: $10 for each person (adults enjoy treats during story time). Photo ops inside with Mrs. Claus and outside in our antique sleigh!
Discounted admission to all events for Independence Historical Society members! (Please allow 2 full days for the membership link to become active before purchasing tickets.)
Ticket sales and memberships are tax deductible. Independence Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Maple Shade Cemetery Lantern Tour
Autumn evening tour of Maple Shade Cemetery. The Independence Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the memories of our citizens. Guides will lead you to the gravesites of past Independence residents where their spirit characters (costumed actors) will share their stories. Enjoy donuts and apple cider or hot chocolate after the tour! Bring your own lantern or flashlight and dress for the weather.
Tickets are on sale now!
New members: When you join the Historical Society, wait 2 full days before ordering tickets at the Members price, so we can enter you as a Member on the ticket site.
Maple Shade Cemetery Lantern Tour
Autumn evening tour of Maple Shade Cemetery. The Independence Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the memories of our citizens. Guides will lead you to the gravesites of past Independence residents where their spirit characters (costumed actors) will share their stories. Enjoy donuts and apple cider or hot chocolate after the tour! Bring your own lantern or flashlight and dress for the weather.
Tickets are on sale now!
NEW members: When you join the Historical Society, wait 2 full days before ordering tickets at the Members price, so we can enter you as a Member on the ticket site.
Maple Shade Cemetery Lantern Tour
Autumn evening tour of Maple Shade Cemetery. The Independence Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the memories of our citizens. Guides will lead you to the gravesites of past Independence residents where their spirit characters (costumed actors) will share their stories. Enjoy donuts and apple cider or hot chocolate after the tour! Bring your own lantern or flashlight and dress for the weather.
Tickets are on sale now!
NEW members: When you join the Historical Society, wait 2 full days before ordering tickets at the Members price, so we can enter you as a Member on the ticket site.
Maple Shade Cemetery Lantern Tour
Autumn evening tour of Maple Shade Cemetery. The Independence Historical Society is dedicated to preserving the memories of our citizens. Guides will lead you to the gravesites of past Independence residents where their spirit characters (costumed actors) will share their stories. Enjoy donuts and apple cider or hot chocolate after the tour! Bring your own lantern or flashlight and dress for the weather.
Tickets are on sale now!
NEW members: When you join the Historical Society, wait 2 full days before ordering tickets at the Members price, so we can enter you as a Member on the ticket site.