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Bicentennial Celebration Weekend | Western Reserve Academy

Welcome to the Weekend We've All Been Waiting For!

The countdown is on. In just a few days, we’ll come together to celebrate 200 years of Western Reserve Academy — and an unforgettable weekend awaits. Highlights include a breathtaking performance by The Cleveland Orchestra to Reunion dinners, campus-wide celebrations and our signature FOREVERGREEN Gala, and more. This is a moment to reconnect and revel in all that Reserve has been — and all it will be. We can't wait to celebrate with you.

A Closer Look

Moments like this come once in a century. Our Bicentennial Celebration Weekend is a chance to reconnect with lifelong friends, revisit the traditions that shaped you and experience the vibrant, modern Reserve of today — while investing in what it will become.

The celebration culminates in the FOREVERGREEN Gala, an extraordinary evening in support of the next 200 years of Reserve.

Questions about the weekend — where do I park? Where can I stay? Visit our FAQ Section!

Saturday, June 6 | A Full Schedule

Bicentennial Celebration Day & FOREVERGREEN Gala

Featured Live Auction Experiences

As part of the FOREVERGREEN Gala, guests will have the opportunity to bid on an extraordinary collection of one-of-a-kind experiences and items:

Hollywood Experience with Jeff Schaffer ’87
Spend a day inside Hollywood with director, writer and producer Jeff Schaffer ’87 and a special celebrity guest. Visit their offices, enjoy lunch together and take home signed memorabilia. The experience includes VIP access to Jimmy Kimmel Live! — with a backstage tour and live taping — and, if timing allows, the chance to step onto a set as an extra.
1967 Shelby Cobra Custom Build
A true showpiece of engineering and craftsmanship, this Factory Five Racing Cobra replica was built by WRA’s Engineering Capstone students. Featuring a 490 HP Ford Performance 5.0L Gen 4 Coyote engine and finished in a custom Reserve Green, it offers a raw, analog driving experience — powerful, precise and entirely unique.
Big Sky Luxury Mountain Stay
Escape to Montana’s Moonlight Basin for a seven-day stay in a stunning ski-in/ski-out home. With sweeping alpine views, refined interiors and space for eleven guests, this mountain retreat is designed for both adventure and connection.
Grand Cayman Beachfront Stay
Unwind in your own private beachfront home in Grand Cayman. This seven-night stay offers ocean views, direct beach access and easy walks to Rum Point. With accommodations for six, it’s equal parts relaxation and island exploration.

Raffle & Silent Auction

Even if you’re not attending the Gala, you can still be part of the excitement.

Our raffle and silent auction are open to all — simply click here to browse items, purchase raffle tickets and place your bids.

NOTE: Gala guests will receive a personalized bidding link via text from OneCause. For questions, please contact [email protected].

Raffle Highlight: Tuscan Treasures

Take a chance on an unforgettable Italian escape.

For $50 per ticket, the Tuscan Treasures raffle includes a seven-night stay for four guests in a beautifully curated historic apartment in Tuscany, complete with a private walking tour of Cortona, a wine tasting and dedicated guest services.

Anyone can purchase a raffle ticket — but beware, with only 500 raffle tickets available, we may sell out!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be campus tours available?

Student-led group tours will depart from President’s House during the following times:

Friday, June 5 at 4 p.m.
Saturday, June 6 at 10 a.m

Group Tours by Decade will depart from the Ellsworth Lawn Tent on Saturday, June 6 at 1:30 p.m.

To schedule a private tour kindly send an email to [email protected].

Will the Campus Store be open over the weekend?

Be sure to visit the Campus Store located in Metcalf Center, next to the Athenaeum, which offers performance apparel, gift items and snacks. The Campus Store will be open on Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

When will the library be open?

The Ong Library will be open on Friday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Stop in to see WRA Authors & Artists Collection – books and AV materials written and created by alumni and faculty members. Yearbooks from each Reunion class will also be on display.

How do I schedule a meeting or interview with an Admissions associate?

President’s House, located next to North Hall, is home to WRA’s Admission Office and will be open on Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Admissions interviews are available for prospective families interested in attending Reserve. To schedule an interview, email [email protected] or simply stop by to speak with an Admissions Officer.

Can I just show up?

Kindly RSVP before May 6! Prices increase after this time due to catering and rental commitments.

Can I stay in my old dorm room?

We no longer open our dorms for overnight stays during Reunion Weekend. However, we have a number of local hotel options with special rates (and complimentary WRA shuttles!) Please visit the Accommodations tab on this website for more information.

May I bring my kids?

Children are welcome to attend morning and day-time events on Saturday. Adults only events: Friday’s Reunion Dinners for 1s and 6s and Saturday’s FOREVERGREEN. Please plan accordingly as childcare will not be available on campus during these two events.

Is transportation available to and from campus?

WRA provides shuttle service to and from some of our partner hotels listed on the Accommodations tab on this website. Shuttle Schedule to and from WRA’s campus is as follows:

Friday, June 5

5 - 7 pm
8:30 - 10:30 pm

Saturday, June 6

5 – 7 pm
9 pm – 12 am

UBER/LYFT Information: When scheduling an Uber or Lyft ride, please use 160 College Street Hudson, OH 44236 (Ellsworth Hall Patio) as the pickup and drop off location. *Please note that ride shares may take a little longer since we aren’t in a city!

Thank You To Our Sponsors

Western Reserve Academy’s Bicentennial Gala, FOREVERGREEN, will be an unforgettable celebration of 200 years of Light and Truth — and a bold step into our third century. By purchasing a table at this once-in-a-lifetime event, you’ll help us honor our past, elevate the present and invest in the future of our students. Invite your friends, family and/or classmates to join you!

Click here to learn more about Table Sponsor Levels

Click here to learn more about Corporate Sponsor Levels

Premier Viridescent Sponsors | $50,000

The Alpern Family, The Wang Family & The Wortendyke Family | The Bayly Family | Jeannie Donovan ’76 & The Class of 1976 | The Hamlin Family | Michael ’05 & Holli Russell

Legacy Sponsors | $25,000

H. Andrew Decker ’72 | The Forhan Family | Vizmeg Landscape | Evan ’04 & Jaclyn '07 Williams

Lux Sponsors | $10,000

Veritas Sponsors | $5,000

Pioneer Sponsors | $2,500

Other Sponsors

Sponsoring FOREVERGREEN is a unique way to honor 200 years of Light and Truth, while helping us invest in the future of Western Reserve Academy. To learn more or reserve a sponsorship, please contact Leadership Gift Officer Kristin Kuhn ’98 at [email protected] | 330-650-9787.

Shop the Bicentennial Boutique!

Our Bicentennial Boutique offers a thoughtfully curated collection of commemorative items — some nostalgic, some playful and some truly one of a kind. Discover retro classics like a camp flag and vintage crew sweater, unexpected favorites like a glow-in-the-dark Bicentennial Tree t-shirt and meaningful keepsakes, including a special jewelry line created to mark this historic moment.

Explore the Bicentennial Boutique

Bicentennial Celebration Weekend