Commemorative Bench Donation Program

The City's bench donation program allows residents — and other interested parties — to create a lasting memorial in a Shaker Heights park.

Donated benches are installed in one of three City parks, specifically Southerly Park, Green Lake, or Lower Lake. 

Each donated bench includes a four-by-six inch bronze commemorative plaque. Cost of the donation is $2,600.

The City purchases (see sample styles), installs and maintains the commemorative bench.

Sample commemorative park bench styles

Sample bench styles.

Next Steps

  1. Read the Commemorative Bench & Plaque Donation and Maintenance Agreement (PDF) for a comprehensive review of the program.
  2. After reviewing the agreement, complete the Commemorative Bench Donation Application.
  3. Once the City has reviewed the application, you will be asked to sign the Commemorative Bench & Plaque Donation and Maintenance Agreement (see link above) and submit payment.

Questions? Please use the contact form.