Events
Fall Dinner along the Historical Rocky River
Join us for an evening of history, good food, and great company as we celebrate the beauty of fall and the rich heritage of Rocky River.
Enjoy a delightful buffet dinner and an engaging program led by John Heffner, who will share captivating stories of local landmarks, including the iconic Westlake Hotel—famous for its notable visitors and residents.
Date: Wednesday, November 6th, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Metroparks Emerald Necklace Marina, Scenic Room, 1500 Cleveland Metro Park Drive, Lakewood
Cost: $35.00 per person (RRHS member) $45.00 per person (non RRHS member)
Please RSVP by October 24, 2024, using any of the following options:
Send an email to rrhistorical@gmail.com
Mail a check to the Rocky River Historical Society, PO Box 16445, Rocky River, OH 44116
CLEVELAND RESTORATION SOCIETY HERITAGE HOME PROGRAM
The Cleveland Restoration Society, located in the Sarah Benedict House (1883), 3751 Prospect Ave., is committed to historic preservation projects in and around Cleveland. Their mission is to preserve, protect, and celebrate historic buildings and places. The Society’s “Heritage Home Program” offers a range of services that help you repair, maintain, and preserve the historic features of your home, increase its value; and obtain low-interest loans. Come and hear about their exciting mission and projects.
VINTAGE FIRE TRUCK DISPLAY-ROCKY RIVER ARTS FESTIVAL
COME SEE THE VINTAGE ROCKY RIVER FIRE TRUCK AT THE ROCKY RIVER ARTS FESTIVAL
R. Guy Cowan Scholarship Recipient Exhibition Opening
Join Cowan Pottery and the Rocky River Historical Society for the R. Guy Cowan Scholarship Recipient Exhibition
Cowan Pottery is excited to announce the opening of the R. Guy Cowan Scholarship Recipient Exhibition on August 17, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at River Gallery.
Come and celebrate the achievements of our talented scholarship recipients. We look forward to seeing you there!
View from the Bench with The Honorable Judge Donna Congeni Fitzsimmons
The Rocky River Historical Society warmly welcomes Judge Fitzsimmons as she talks about her 30-year tenure in Rocky River, and the history of the Rocky River Municipal Court.
Rocky River Judge Donna Congeni Fitzsimmons was Assistant Cuyahoga County Prosecutor, Special Attorney in the U.S. Department of Justice, Deputy Counsel to President Reagan’s Commission on Organized Crime, and in 1993, was elected to the Rocky River Municipal Court.
Astrophotography - Capturing the Night Sky from your back yard
Please join the Rocky River Historical Society and Jude Gennari to learn about the beginning and intermediate guide to techniques and equipment involved in photographing our amazing universe. Jude’s photos are spectacular!
Cowan Pottery Museum Associates is having A Winter Social
Come and celebrate with your friends from the Rock River Historical Society
Click here for Reservation Information - The deadline for Reservation is February 29, 2024
CLEVELAND METROPARKS HISTORY: THE EARLY YEARS YEARS Part 2
Presented by Judy MacKeigan, Cleveland Metroparks Historianarn
Learn how our beloved Emerald Necklace evolved from an idea to a reality. Follow the history of the park as it blossomed in the 1920s, survived the Great Depression and World War II, and met the challenges of the 1950s.
Holiday Wreath Sale
Rocky River Historical Society is selling Christmas greens and wreaths this holiday season. We offer hands-free online ordering.
To order online, use the website GIFTITFORWARD.COM and use the fundraising code ROCKYROH002. The name of the referring member can be your name or RRHS.
The deadline for ordering is December 7, 2023.
Thank you so much for supporting the Rocky River Historical Society!
Fall Dinner at the Burntwood Tavern
Come join the Rocky River Historical Society for a fall dinner and learn about our Century Home Plaque Program for Rocky River residents whose homes were built in or before 1924.
We will also be talking about the collections in the Rocky River Historical Archives and what we’ve been doing to preserve our history.
RSVP by November 1, 2023
The cost is $35.00 per person
Click here to reserve and purchase the Fall Dinner event or send an email to rrhistorical@gmail.com
CLEVELAND METROPARKS HISTORY: THE EARLY YEARS YEARS
Presented by Judy MacKeigan, Cleveland Metroparks Historianarn
Learn how our beloved Emerald Necklace evolved from an idea to a reality. Follow the history of the park as it blossomed in the 1920s, survived the Great Depression and World War II, and met the challenges of the 1950s.
The West Shore Meals on Wheels Story
Come and listen to Kathy Blackwell talk about the incredible service the West Shore Meals On Wheels provides to our community. Their mission is to provide nutritional support for members of our communities who find it difficult to shop for or prepare their own food. For some of their clients, contact with a delivery volunteer may be the only personal interaction they have all day — and a very welcome one.
“No one is more cherished in this world than someone who lightens the burden of another.” – Author Unknown
Cowan Pottery Museum Associates is having A Winter Social
Come and celebrate with your friends from Rock River Historical Society
Click here for Reservation Information - Deadline for Reservation is February 10, 2023
The Bridge Crossing of the Rocky River
The Bridge Crossings of the Rocky River - How they got to the other side
Presented by Tom Barrett
Rocky River Falls Arts Festival
The first Rocky River Fall Arts Festival took place in 2009. Mayor Pam Bobst wanted to celebrate the talents of the Rocky River residents and highlight the merchants in the Old Detroit Shopping Area. The festival takes place on a beautiful late September morning and afternoon in the Old Detroit Shopping Area of Rocky River, Ohio.