Brooklyn Historical Society Museum Inc.

07/28/2026

03/12/2026

The quilt I am sitting on was put together by Connie, still a work in progress, will be raffled later in the year or next spring. We raffle two a year!

History Happens Here. Under the guidance of our beloved historian Barb Stepic, Brooklyn’s past is being kept in the present. A longtime resident since 1967, Barb joined the Brooklyn Historical Society in 1973 and in 1980, became its president, a role she cherishes to this day.

Throughout the decades, Barb has dedicated her time and energy to ensuring that the history of our community is preserved and remembered. From meticulously documenting and archiving historical records to actively participating in numerous community events, projects and committees, she has been a driving force behind maintaining the memories.

On Tuesdays, Barb, along with her crew of steadfast and kind-hearted volunteers, ensures that the Brooklyn Historical Society Museum, in what could be referred to as her second home, is running smoothly. Memorabilia is bursting from every room and Barb can tell you about it all. Her favorite place in the museum is the library room filled with yearbooks dating as far back as 1945 and she just lights up when talking about days gone by.

In addition, Barb actively engages the members of the museum through her newsletters and social media promoting events such as monthly luncheons, guest speakers, raffles, along with the annual Shunpike Shoppe event.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Barb for her extraordinary care and passion for all things Brooklyn, and, of course, for making sure the good old days are always on file.

03/12/2026

Thanks everyone, so sweet of all of you. I disliked history in school LOL

History Happens Here. Under the guidance of our beloved historian Barb Stepic, Brooklyn’s past is being kept in the present. A longtime resident since 1967, Barb joined the Brooklyn Historical Society in 1973 and in 1980, became its president, a role she cherishes to this day.

Throughout the decades, Barb has dedicated her time and energy to ensuring that the history of our community is preserved and remembered. From meticulously documenting and archiving historical records to actively participating in numerous community events, projects and committees, she has been a driving force behind maintaining the memories.

On Tuesdays, Barb, along with her crew of steadfast and kind-hearted volunteers, ensures that the Brooklyn Historical Society Museum, in what could be referred to as her second home, is running smoothly. Memorabilia is bursting from every room and Barb can tell you about it all. Her favorite place in the museum is the library room filled with yearbooks dating as far back as 1945 and she just lights up when talking about days gone by.

In addition, Barb actively engages the members of the museum through her newsletters and social media promoting events such as monthly luncheons, guest speakers, raffles, along with the annual Shunpike Shoppe event.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to Barb for her extraordinary care and passion for all things Brooklyn, and, of course, for making sure the good old days are always on file.

03/01/2026

Good Morning, spring cleaning time.

Checking our membership roster and find several museum friends who have not paid 2026 membership dues.

There are also “Lifers” who we have not heard from, visited, purchased raffle tickets or visited the Shunpike Shoppe in the fall. If you are still kicking, let us know, a post, a note, carrier pidgen, or a phone call or text etc. Barb 216 410 3598 before 8:00 p.m. otherwise friends will be removed.

Museum, Tuesday phone 216-749-2804 from 9:00 to 1:00. Do not leave a message at museum, ghost does not take messages!

10/07/2025

Thanks to Jason Hammond for this great 1979 map he donated to the Brooklyn Historical Society!

08/10/2025

“Naked Ladies” !!!!!
and hibiscus at the Brooklyn Historical Society!
Thanks for the photos Sue!

06/13/2025

Please support your local historical museum.

06/05/2025

New Brooklyn Historical Society gardener!

05/21/2025

Just a reminder regarding the Brooklyn Historical Society meeting on Wednesday May 28th. at 7:00pm
4442 Ridge Road.
Diver Kevin Magee from “Clue”
(Cleveland Underwater Explorers) will discuss the ship Cornelia B. Wi
ndiate which was found in 1986.
We did not send out postcards this month since folks received them late or not at all last month after I handed the pack to one of the post office gals.
Barb
216-749-2804 Museum
216-410-3598 Cell, Message Barb