Chagrin History Center

Chagrin History Center We discover, preserve, and share the history of Chagrin Falls and vicinity

Where is it Wednesday?
09/02/2026

Where is it Wednesday?

This week in Chagrin Falls - 1884
08/31/2026

This week in Chagrin Falls - 1884

Throwback ThursdayHere's an oldie - Chess' Cracker Barrel. I loved the juke boxes
08/27/2026

Throwback Thursday

Here's an oldie - Chess' Cracker Barrel. I loved the juke boxes

Where is it Wednesday?HERE IS THE ANSWER:Many of you got this one. It is 230 South Franklin. Someone has already added...
08/26/2026

Where is it Wednesday?
HERE IS THE ANSWER:
Many of you got this one. It is 230 South Franklin. Someone has already added a picture of the house today. It has always been one of my favorite homes in Chagrin. The photo is from 1887.

This week in Chagrin Falls- 1877The Bandstand is dedicated!
08/24/2026

This week in Chagrin Falls- 1877

The Bandstand is dedicated!

Throwback Thursday This one is hits a little harder with the unfortunate passing of Mrs. Mattern. Linda and Tom were t...
08/20/2026

Throwback Thursday
This one is hits a little harder with the unfortunate passing of Mrs. Mattern. Linda and Tom were the most wonderful people and Tom was my favorite teacher. Please share your memories of them and any other teachers you had at Chagrin.

Where is it Wednesday?HERE IS THE ANSWER:This is one of the 6 gas stations that were in downtown Chagrin Falls. It was ...
08/19/2026

Where is it Wednesday?
HERE IS THE ANSWER:
This is one of the 6 gas stations that were in downtown Chagrin Falls. It was located on the northeast corner of Main and Orange Streets at the bottom of Grove Hill. It was builtin the 1920’s and was eventually converted to a car dealership. All of that was torn down when Stepnorth was built. This photo is from around 1940.

This week in 1880 - Notice how they spelled Chagrin....
08/17/2026

This week in 1880 - Notice how they spelled Chagrin....

SAVE THE DATE! Our 2026 gala, Heritage Gala: Hot Jazz on a Cool Night, will be Saturday, November 14 at The Tanglewood C...
08/14/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Our 2026 gala, Heritage Gala: Hot Jazz on a Cool Night, will be Saturday, November 14 at The Tanglewood Club. Mark your calendars for a fun night featuring auctions, golf simulators, delicious dinner and drinks, and more, all to benefit Chagrin History Center. More details soon!

Throwback ThursdayOne of my favorite areas of Chagrin is the Metroparks. We are extremely lucky to have such a wonderfu...
08/13/2026

Throwback Thursday

One of my favorite areas of Chagrin is the Metroparks. We are extremely lucky to have such a wonderful natural area as this. There are so many memories of hiking and playing in the river. What are your favorite memories?

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87 E Washington Street
Chagrin Falls, OH
44022

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Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 3pm

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(440) 247-4695

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