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Cleveland History Center Experience Cleveland like never before at the Cleveland History Center! These stories come alive through the exhibits at the Cleveland History Center.

The Cleveland History Center houses exhibits that tell the story of Northeast Ohio through items, documents, and artifacts from a variety of collections. Through the use of its vast and varied collections in the areas of family history, community history, entrepreneurship, and technological innovation, Cleveland History Center provides the public with a much-needed sense of place in today’s mobile society, and a base for learning about invention and ingenuity that can be transferred into modern economic expansion. Each document and artifact tell a story that personally engages individuals, young and old.

REMINDER:The Cleveland History Center will be CLOSED to the general public this coming SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th as we open t...
10/15/2026

REMINDER:

The Cleveland History Center will be CLOSED to the general public this coming SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th as we open to those who have purchased advanced tickets for the Cleveland Jewish Archives 50th Anniversary event. If you have purchased tickets to this event, we look forward to seeing you then.

If you haven’t purchased advanced tickets, and are looking for something to do this Sunday, check out Hale Farm & Village Harvest Fest https://www.wrhs.org/do-see/events/2026/10/18/harvest-festival

The Cleveland History Center looks forward to welcoming you next time you visit.

The Cleveland History Center will be CLOSED to the general public this coming SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th as we open to those w...
10/14/2026

The Cleveland History Center will be CLOSED to the general public this coming SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th as we open to those who have purchased advanced tickets for the Cleveland Jewish Archives 50th Anniversary event. If you have purchased tickets to this event, we look forward to seeing you then.

If you haven’t purchased advanced tickets, you can still experience history at home via our website. https://www.wrhs.org/learn-discover/history-at-home/overview

We look forward to welcoming you next time you visit.

Hispanic Heritage Month concludes October 15, but Hispanic and Latino history is part of the American story every day of...
10/14/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month concludes October 15, but Hispanic and Latino history is part of the American story every day of the year.

From art and culture to science, leadership, and community life, these histories reflect the people and experiences that have shaped our nation across generations.

As we close out , we’re reminded that preserving history means continuing to make room for the many stories that define it.

Homeschool families, join us for Harvest Season at the Cleveland History Center!On Thursday, October 15, students will e...
10/09/2026

Homeschool families, join us for Harvest Season at the Cleveland History Center!

On Thursday, October 15, students will explore the connections between food, farming, and Ohio history through age-appropriate activities designed for curious minds of all ages.

From farm animals and crops to the history of agriculture and the journey food takes from farm to table, there’s something for every learner.

Thursday, October 15 | 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Cleveland History Center

There’s still room to join us! Register your homeschooler today and celebrate Ohio’s rich agricultural history as part of America 250–Ohio’s Food and Farms theme.

*More info in the comments!

America 250 on the big screen.The Cleveland History Center is proud to partner with the Chagrin Documentary Film Festiva...
10/08/2026

America 250 on the big screen.

The Cleveland History Center is proud to partner with the Chagrin Documentary Film Festival for AMERICA 250 SHORTS, a collection of short documentaries exploring American stories, history and experiences.

Catch one of the featured films during and then visit the Cleveland History Center to explore Northeast Ohio’s own connections to the stories that helped shape our nation.

Tickets are available now. Use code HISTORY26 to save $2 on each ticket.

Visit https://www.chagrinfilmfest.org/ to get your tickets and see the full film lineup.

MOON DREAMS - A new documentary short is screening now at As we celebrate “America 250,” this documentary gives us a l...
10/07/2026

MOON DREAMS - A new documentary short is screening now at
As we celebrate “America 250,” this documentary gives us a look at our nation’s enthusiasm for space exploration. Using curated historic footage, we relive the rise and fall of a dream encouraged by President John Kennedy, “not because it’s easy, but because it’s hard.” This film captures the mystery and excitement of those times.

This is one of four shorts screening as part of the community partner films under the America 250 series. Visit https://cdff2026.eventive.org/schedule/6a7b58e39e807b5fdb960665 and enter "HISTORY26" to save $2 off each ticket.

Visit the Cleveland History Center after to learn more about Northeast Ohio's contributions to the space program.

is officially underway! Now through October 11th, 75 films from 31 countries are hitting the big screen across 12 venu...
10/07/2026

is officially underway! Now through October 11th, 75 films from 31 countries are hitting the big screen across 12 venues. We’re proud to be a Community Partner for the America 250 Shorts, so grab your tickets and experience it for yourself. Use code HISTORY26 for $2 off each ticket: https://cdff2026.eventive.org/schedule/6a7b58e39e807b5fdb960665

🎨 Museums are so much more than just a place to visit—they are the vital cornerstones of our communities! 🏛️✨Did you kno...
10/05/2026

🎨 Museums are so much more than just a place to visit—they are the vital cornerstones of our communities! 🏛️✨
Did you know that museums provide more than 18 million instructional hours annually to students and educators? They have the unique ability to reach students in ways that textbooks and classroom instruction simply cannot. 📚🎒
But the impact doesn’t stop in the classroom. Museums are also massive economic engines. Cultural and heritage travelers spend 63% more than other leisure travelers and tend to stay longer, bringing incredible vitality and growth to our local economies. 📈💼
From creating local jobs and engaging leisure travelers to providing crucial K-12 educational programming, our local museums help shape our future and fuel our community's vitality.

Go behind the camera with NYT Bestselling Author & Film Biographer Scott Eyman! Mark your calendars! On Friday, November...
10/05/2026

Go behind the camera with NYT Bestselling Author & Film Biographer Scott Eyman!

Mark your calendars! On Friday, November 6, 2026, join us at the Cleveland History Center for a special evening celebrating Ohio’s Hollywood Legends in partnership with the Greater Cleveland Film Commission ().

Scott Eyman—Pulitzer Prize finalist and frequent Turner Classic Movies (TCM) guest—is taking the stage to share remarkable, untold stories of the legendary Ohioans who shaped Hollywood’s Golden Age.

Your ticket includes:
•Moderated panel discussion with Scott Eyman
•Exclusive after-hours access to WRHS museum exhibits, including Hollywood on the Cuyahoga
•Heavy hors d'oeuvres & drinks
Free parking on-site
•Proceeds support GCFC’s "Reel Education, Real Jobs, For All" workforce development programs.

Friday, November 9th, 2026
6:00 - 9 pm

Limited tickets available, get yours here:
www.clevelandfilm.com/events/2026/11/06/behind-the-camera-the-golden-age-of-hollywood-with-film-biographer-scott-eyman

Help us launch the stunning new International Heritage Gallery at the Cleveland History Center! We’re putting together a...
10/02/2026

Help us launch the stunning new International Heritage Gallery at the Cleveland History Center! We’re putting together an unforgettable lineup for our debut weekend on November 21, 2026 (and looking ahead to more 2026/2027 events), and we want your community represented.

Whether you specialize in vibrant dance performances, hands-on workshops, cultural fashion shows, or storytelling sessions, your voice belongs on our stage. Let’s celebrate the rich, diverse cultures that make Northeast Ohio feel like home!

🔗 Ready to share your tradition with a museum audience?

Check the comments for more details.

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10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH
44106

Opening Hours

Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+12167215722

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