Historical Society of Old Brooklyn

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Historical Society of Old Brooklyn A growing and vital organization that hopes to aid in the revitalization of Old Brooklyn. They named their group the Four Corners Guild.

In 1982 a group of people from the Old Brooklyn neighborhood met together at The Glenn Restaurant with the purpose of forming a historical society in this area. In March 1986 the Four Corners Guild filed an Articles of Incorporation with the State of Ohio and changed its name to the Historical Society of Old Brooklyn. The group has continued to be in existence since its inception, and today it is a growing and vital organization that hopes to help in the revitalization of Old Brooklyn. Membership is $20 yearly. Please join us in our efforts to preserve and share memories of our rich heritage by becoming a member of the Historical Society of Old Brooklyn. Contact the Society at [email protected].

10/15/2026
10/15/2026

Today, the National Historic Preservation Act marks its 60th anniversary. While this milestone is to be celebrated, it comes at a time when there are two separate threats facing critical components of this essential preservation law.

Both threats seek to upend and make optional the voice of the public in these processes.

Learn about the past, present, and future of the National Historic Preservation Act, including examples of vital historic resources saved by components of the law: https://ow.ly/SzS150ZXQTt

09/11/2026

Remembering Charles A. Mooney School with a talk and artifacts from the school. Friday, Sept. 11 at 7 pm at St. James Lutheran Church, 4771 Broadview Rd.

HSOB: a Hop Stop on Art Hop Fri., 8/7. Be among the first to see our new space (2221 Broadview) plus enjoy an evening of...
08/06/2026

HSOB: a Hop Stop on Art Hop Fri., 8/7.
Be among the first to see our new space (2221 Broadview) plus enjoy an evening of art in the neighborhood. We're showing lithographs of nostalgic Cleveland scenes by renowned artist Martin Linsey (1915–2010). Featured also will be paintings and photographs by HSOB members Sophia Loizos and John Arlis Rakauskas. Win tickets to the County Fair.
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07/08/2026

There's still time to join us!

Our Historical Society Summer Social is this Friday, July 10, from 6:00–9:00 p.m. at The Cleveland Winery on Memphis @ W. 41.

Admission is free. Come enjoy a summer evening with friends, hear the latest news about our new home at 2221 Broadview Rd, and, if you haven't visited before, meet some of the sanctuary's resident animals.

Feel free to bring a favorite dish or snack to share—or just bring yourself. We'll have lemonade, iced tea, and hot dogs, and the Winery offers beverages, pizzas, and cheese boards for purchase if you'd like.

Whether you've been a member for years or are simply curious about the Historical Society, we'd love to see you. Guests are always welcome!

If you plan to attend, we'd appreciate an RSVP so we can have enough refreshments for everyone.

Annual Memorial Day Observance May 25. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It is a day set aside to remember those...
05/23/2026

Annual Memorial Day Observance May 25. Memorial Day is more than a long weekend. It is a day set aside to remember those who gave their lives in military service to our country. Before the picnics and holiday plans begin, we hope the community will consider spending a half-hour in remembrance.
**Monday, May 25th at Noon**
Historic Brookmere Cemetery (west terminus of Broadview Rd)
Bring a lawn chair

05/13/2026

Join our community: Historical Society of Old Brooklyn

Friday, May 8: Join Ranger Rebecca Jones in exploring the stories and history of the Ohio & Erie Canal. More than a mudd...
04/21/2026

Friday, May 8: Join Ranger Rebecca Jones in exploring the stories and history of the Ohio & Erie Canal. More than a muddy ditch, it transformed Ohio and the country. 7:00 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church, 4771 Broadview Rd.

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44109

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Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 5pm

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(216) 337-8200

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