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Downtown Shakopee circa 1940s

Welcome to the Shakopee Heritage Society's new website!

Please check back often as the website continues to be updated.

About Us

Mission

Who We Are

Who We Are

 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 who create a proud and eclectic community. Our mission is to preserve history, architecture, stories,

 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 who 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

Who We Are

Who We Are

Established in 1999, the SHS consists of a board of trustees and  members, longtime and new residents of Shakopee.; the SHS consists of many members who grew up in the city (or proximity) willing to share knowledge and stories about the city. Consisting of seven elected members, the SHS Board acts as a liaison for Shakopee collections and

Established in 1999, the SHS consists of a board of trustees and  members, longtime and new residents of Shakopee.; the SHS consists of many members who grew up in the city (or proximity) willing to share knowledge and stories about the city. Consisting of seven elected members, the SHS Board acts as a liaison for Shakopee collections and archives, municipal and community committees, publications and membership events. 

Meetings

Who We Are

Membership

The SHS meets on the third Thursday of every month. We welcome new members to share our passion for Shakopee and its history. 

Membership

Board Members

Membership

We invite you to become a member, participant and volunteer in the Shakopee Heritage Society. The Society is open to anyone interested in the history of Shakopee.


Our purpose is to create interest, promote research and to uncover opportunities to share some of the wonderful stories of the 150+ years since Shakopee was formed.

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Board Members

Board Members

Board Members

David R. Schleper, President

Joanne Musick, Vice President

Donna Lane, Secretary

Liz Lundin, Treasurer

Lois Wendt, Past President

Trustees:

Dave Regan

Sandy Olson

Upcoming Presentations

Free presentations by local historian David Schleper are every month from 1 to 2 pm at the Shakopee Community Center. Online at https://secure.rec1.com/MN/shakopee-mn/catalog or call 952-233-9500.

10/10/2023

Thomas A. Holmes and William Quinn at Holmes Landing in 1851

1pm

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2pm

Shakopee Community Center

Event Details

10/10/2023

Thomas A. Holmes and William Quinn at Holmes Landing in 1851

When Thomas A. Holmes and William Louis Quinn arrived in the area called Holmes’ Landing (later called Shakopee), the area was called Tiŋta-...

Event Details

1pm

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2pm

Shakopee Community Center

11/14/2023

Wa Maka Ska and the People in Early Shakopee

1pm

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2pm

Shakopee Community Center

Event Details

11/14/2023

Wa Maka Ska and the People in Early Shakopee

This presentation shares stories about wa maka ska (wah mah-sahn shkahn), or animals, and the people who lived in early Shakopee, including ...

Event Details

1pm

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2pm

Shakopee Community Center

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