A Brief History of Shaw
The Shaw neighborhood began as a clearing the French called Prairie des Noyers. Much of this expansive natural prairie was purchased by Louisville’s Captain William Chambers in 1816. About the same time, the prairie captivated Henry Shaw, a young man of 19 seeking his fortune. He bought his piece in ...
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- SNIA Monthly Membership Meeting St. Margaret of Scotland Catholic Church
- Aug 04
- National Night Out Shaw Neighborhood
- Aug 05
- Historic Shaw Art Fair Flora Place Fairgrounds
- Oct 04
Shaw Neighborhood Improvement Association
The Shaw Neighborhood Improvement Association (SNIA) is a non-profit organization which was incorporated in 1994. The corporation is managed by an executive committee and governed by the Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is comprised of elected representatives of each block in the Shaw Neighborhood - this large network of block captains ensures that every voice is heard and every resident is represented. The Board of Directors meet every third Monday of the month at 7pm at the Presbytery of Giddings-Lovejoy on Tower Grove Ave. The SNIA serves the residents of the Shaw neighborhood by providing information, facilitating discussion, ...
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