Cleveland History Center

08/31/2026

Before Cleveland Hopkins looked anything like it does today, this was Cleveland's airport.

This photograph shows the Cleveland Municipal Airport terminal in the 1930s, during the early years of commercial aviation.

Cleveland was actually a major player in the development of aviation technology. By 1930, the airport had the first airport control tower in the United States with airplane-to-tower communications, and it soon became an important hub for air travel, research and wartime manufacturing.

And yes, this is the same airport we know today as Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

📸 Western Reserve Historical Society

08/22/2026

RAIN? NO PROBLEM. WE’RE STILL ON!

The African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration is happening RIGHT NOW!

We’ve moved the main stage inside the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and all event activities are still on.

Come on out—we’ll see you at the Cleveland History Center!

FREE admission

08/21/2026

TOMORROW!!!!

The African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration kicks off at 11am. This event is FREE and open to ALL. Tickets are limited and advance registration is required.

Activities include:
Cultural Marketplace
Food + Vendors
Children's Village
Exhibits & Living History
Poetry Slam
Genealogy & Family History
Unlimited rides on Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel
Access to all galleries and exhibits at the Cleveland History Center

Saturday, August 22 | 11am-7pm
Cleveland History Center | 10825 East Blvd. Cleveland, OH 44106
FREE -- Registration required:
cletix.evvnt.com/events/african-american-heritage-cultural-celebration-8-22-2026

Come hang for a little while, or stay all day.

Doors open at 11:00am Entertainment to begin at 11:30am Event ends at 7pm Rain or shine! More details to come!

08/20/2026

Join us for 8 educator-led Homeschool Days throughout the 2026–2027 school year! Come for single sessions or lock in the whole series.

Sept 17 – Industrial Cleveland: How local factories and industry shaped Northeast Ohio.
Oct 15 – Harvest Season: From early farming to food distribution (plus menu planning for ages 9–12!).

Targeted stations for ages 3–5, 6–8, 9–12, and 13+.

⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💵 $9 per student | Parents & kids under 2 FREE
🎟️ Pro Tip: Save big with an 8-session Season Pass for just $62 per student!

🔗 Tickets & Season Passes: https://www.wrhs.org/learn-discover/programs/for-school-youth/homeschool-field-trip-series

🔗 Get single tickets or save with a Season Pass ($62): https://www.wrhs.org/learn-discover/programs/for-school-youth/homeschool-field-trip-series

08/20/2026

On August 22, the Cleveland History Center becomes a place to experience Black history, culture and creativity—all in one day.

-Live music featuring MC Chill, Carlos Jones & The P.L.U.S. Band, Mix Master Ice, Lord Jazz and more
-Pop-up marketplace featuring local businesses
-Food Truck Alley
-Family activities
-Explore the Cleveland History Center and its collections

📅 August 22 | Doors open at 11 a.m.
📍 Cleveland History Center
🎟️ Advance registration required

https://cletix.evvnt.com/events/african-american-heritage-cultural-celebration-8-22-2026

08/19/2026

The stories behind the celebration live here, too.

The African American Heritage & Cultural Celebration isn’t just about music and community—it’s also an opportunity to connect with the history of Black Northeast Ohio.

While you’re here for performances from legends like MC Chill, Carlos Jones and The P.L.U.S. Band, take some time to explore the Cleveland History Center and discover the collections, documents and artifacts that help tell our region’s stories.

Come for the celebration. Stay for the history.

📍 Cleveland History Center
📅 Saturday, August 22
🕚 Doors open at 11 a.m.
🎟️ FREE — advance registration required
🔗 https://www.wrhs.org/do-see/events

08/18/2026

Looking for something beyond the traditional holiday party?

The historic Cranz Farm House offers a unique setting for executive retreats, leadership planning sessions, VIP client experiences, and intimate holiday gatherings.

With five bedrooms and modern amenities, it’s the perfect place to mix productivity with relaxation.

Reserve your holiday stay before the calendar fills.

Learn more: https://www.wrhs.org/rentals/

08/18/2026

Four decades of hip-hop excellence! Cleveland, let’s celebrate 🎉

Join us on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Cleveland History Center for the AAHCC All-Day Cultural Festival, featuring a very special 40th Anniversary performance by Cleveland's own hip-hop pioneer, Kevin “MC Chill” Heard!

Experience an unforgettable day packed with live music, a pop-up cultural marketplace, delicious food trucks, a children's village, and a celebration of the legacy that shaped our city's musical history.

Doors open at 11a.m. Admission is FREE, but registration is required.

https://cletix.evvnt.com/events/african-american-heritage-cultural-celebration-8-22-2026

Bring the family out to honor a true legend and celebrate our history, arts, and future together!