Northeast. Ohio. m u s e u m s Pa r k s & m o r e. discovery guide. 4 th edition NortheastOhioMuseums.org

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1 Northeast Ohio m u s e u m s Pa r k s & m o r e discovery guide 4 th edition NortheastOhioMuseums.org

2 Northeastern Ohio Inter-Museum Council Guide Fourth Edition Listing Founded in 1942, the Northeastern Ohio Inter-Museum Council serves more than 100 institutional members in Cuyahoga and six adjacent counties. Members range from large, internationally renowned museums in major urban centers to metro parks, nature facilities and small local history museums spread across parts of the Western Reserve. The purpose of this organization is to enable its members to preserve history and works of art, to advance science and natural history, or to study and display works of art, minerals, animal and plant life. NeoiMC members work together to find solutions to their shared concerns in the fields of finance, legislation, public relations, education, personnel and related fields, and do what is necessary and proper to carry out the purposes for which individual member organizations were created. The Council provides a group forum for airing common goals and issues; sponsors educational workshops for museum staff and volunteers; hosts general meetings at member museums; and provides message board broadcasts for member museum activities. The Council s public products include printed and Web versions of the Guide to Northeastern Ohio Museums. We also have a facebook page at: MuseumsofNortheastOhio. The Council board of trustees accepts membership applications from museums and organizations with museum functions in the six-county area. To obtain an application and further information, Judith Sheridan at sheridan@orwell.net. 103rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Civil War Museum 5501 E. Lake Rd., Sheffield Lake, OH / By appointment only The 103rd Ohio Volunteer Infantry Civil War Museum is dedicated to perpetuating the heroic deeds and services of the men who served the Union during the Civil War from The museum houses, preserves and displays historic relics, which have been inherited, collected or donated to the descendents of members of the 103rd Regiment, Ohio Volunteer Infantry. Allen Memorial Art Museum 87 N. Main St., Oberlin, OH / Tu.-Sa. 10 AM-5 PM; Su. 1-5 PM; Cost: Free Founded in 1917, the Allen Memorial Art Museum features more than 12,000 works of art from virtually every culture and spanning the history of art. Notable strengths include 17th century Dutch and Flemish art, 19th and early 20th century European and contemporary American art, and Asian, European, and American works on paper. Amherst Historical Society s Sandstone Village Corner of Lake St. and Milan Ave. Amherst, OH / Tours of the Museum and Sandstone Center are arranged by contacting the Society s office. Located on 6.5 acres with walking paths, the Sandstone Museum Center includes a one-room schoolhouse, chapel, Greek revival stone house, auto museum, replica of a blacksmith shop, art gallery, farrier barn, octagonal barn, sandstone pig barn, wooden water tower, B&O Railroad caboose, Victorian garden and the Quigley House Museum. Artists Archive of the Western Reserve 1834 E. 123rd St., Cleveland, OH / W-F 10 AM-4 PM; Sa. noon-4 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is a gallery and research facility representing 49 artists and the breadth of their careers in and around Ohio. Members and visitors enjoy rotating exhibitions of our collection, including two annual members shows and collaborative exhibits with other Northeast Ohio organizations. Aurora Historical Society Aurora Memorial Library, 115 E. Pioneer Trail, Aurora, OH / aurorahist@alltel.net Tu. & Th. 2-4 PM; or by appointment The Aurora Historical Society s mission is to preserve Aurora s history through collections and displays of artifacts, as well as provide educational programs for all ages. The society has successfully created programs and exhibits in the past highlighting its collections as well as items on loan from its members and the public. 2 3

3 Baseball Heritage Museum 530 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio Hours of operation: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 11am to 1:30 pm or by appointment Admission fee if applicable, $5.00 donation suggested Their stories, and the way it happened. They we ambitious people, proud of nicknames like Satch, Double Duty, Fireball and Cool Papa Bell. For too many years their stories have not been known. Experience their stories, photographs, letters, programs, uniforms and other game used treasures detailing the important contributions from the Latin and Caribbean leagues, the Industrial and Barnstormer leagues, the Negro leagues, the Women leagues and the Major leagues. The great American pastime, discover the multi-cultural aspects of the game and it s impact on our society both local and international. Bay Village Historical Society, Rose Hill Museum & Reuben Osborn Learning Center Lake Rd., Bay Village, OH / Apr.-Dec., Su. 2-4:30 PM; private tours available Rose Hill is the Joseph Cahoon homestead and farm circa The museum features a Victorian living room, primitive kitchen and bedroom, antique tools, a working loom, antique clothing and more. Also on site are the Reuben Osborn Learning Center (circa 1814, renovated as a historical archive with historic pictorial displays and the Cahoon log cabin (circa 1810). Bedford Historical Society 30 Southpark Street, Bedford, Ohio M and W, 7:30 PM-10 PM; Th., 10 AM-4 PM; 2nd Su. of the month 2 PM-5 PM; group tours welcome; Cost: Free, donations appreciated Exhibits of local and Ohio history featuring tools, china, glass, Indian artifacts, Bedford s chair industry, early office equipment, Centennial collection, Civil War through Vietnam artifacts, Sportsman s Park and a working print shop featuring an 1894 C&P letter press. Berea Historical Society s Mahler Museum & History Center 118 E. Bridge St., P.O. Box 173, Berea, OH / May-Dec., Su. & Tu. 2-4 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free, donations appreciated The Mahler Museum, a Berea sandstone dwelling built in 1854, was named in honor of local businessman and benefactor Otto Mahler. The house is decorated and furnished in the late Victorian period. Exhibits include a replica of Gray s Candy Kitchen, artifacts from Berea s sandstone quarries, an 8-foot Victorian dollhouse and an automobile built in Berea in Black River Historical Society of Lorain/ Moore House Museum 309 West Fifth Street, Lorain, Ohio brhsmoore@centurytel.net Hours of operation: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Sundays by appointment only. Special times can be arranged for groups of more than l0 people. The museum of the city of Lorain is located in the l906 Neoclassical Revival style home of former Mayor Leonard M. Moore. Examples of some of the museum s displays are items belonging to Lorain s first mayor, Conrad Reid; lighthouses of Lorain: photo display of the 1924 Lorain tornado; exhibits on the industries and businesses, past and present of Lorain; a large calendar plate collection; and period fashions. Lorain research materials and photos are on site. Admission is charged. Handicapped accessible first floor, video of second floor. Bronson Church 1712 Main St. (Rte. 303), Peninsula, OH peninsulahistory@windstream.net Hours of operation: Sa-Su 1-5 PM from the 3rd weekend in May October unless there is a private event. Also open by appointment. Cost: Free Built in 1839, Bronson Church is one of the oldest churches in the Western Reserve. It was built by Peninsula s founder Hermon Bronson in the Greek Revival style and named Bethel Episcopal Church. In 1889 for its 50th anniversary, it was remodeled to the Carpenter Gothic style and renamed Bronson Memorial Church. When the congregation became inactive in 1956, a grassroots movement kept the church from being relocated to another location and raised money to renovate and restore the building. The Bronson Church is now owned and protected by the Peninsula Valley Historic & Education Foundation and is also available to rent. See the website for upcoming events, including concerts, reenactments, and more! Brooklyn Historical Society Museum 4442 Ridge Road,P.O. Box 44422, Brooklyn, OH Tu. 10 AM-2 PM; or by appointment The main building contains 11 rooms of furniture and artifacts including WWI displays and extensive school history from the area once called Brooklyn Township. Out buildings include a log cabin with a summer kitchen and schoolroom. Quilting and harness rug loom demonstrations are held and herb and perennial gardens are also on site. Brunswick Area Historical Society Heritage Farm 4613 Laurel Rd., P.O. Box 714, Brunswick, OH / or 330/ st Su. of the month 2-4 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free Heritage Farm is a typical mid-19th century farm of the Ohio Western Reserve that has been restored and preserved. It includes a house, privy, carriage house, corn crib and granary. Research materials and photos are on site. WWII Reenactment held July 19-20, 2008 and Heritage Days Festival held October 11-12,

4 Children s Museum of Cleveland Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH /791-KIDS 10 AM-4:45 PM daily; call for special holiday hours; Cost: Adults $6; children (ages 1-12) $7; infants (11 months & under) and members free The Children s Museum of Cleveland is Northeast Ohio s destination and resource for all young children, parents and caregivers to engage in fun, innovative, interactive play that accelerates a child s creativity, development and education. Exhibits include: Splish!Splash! exploring the world of water & weather; Bridges to Our Community, a miniature Cleveland for interactive, imaginary role-play; and more! Chagrin Falls Historical Society 21 Walnut St., Chagrin Falls, OH chaghist@sbcglobal.net Hours of operation: Thursday 2-4 pm, or by appointment, no admission fee. The Chagrin Falls Historical Society is a non-profit (501 c-3) organization located in downtown Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44022, at 21 Walnut Street, next door to the Fire Department, about 30 miles east of Cleveland. We work to acquire, collect, preserve and share artifacts from our Village, from its earliest times (it was settled in 1833), including a large photographic collection of early settlers, houses, factories, businesses and community events, parades, and objects owned by early settlers, such as clothing, kitchen tools, household furniture and personal effects. In recent years we have published many books on a variety of topics related to Chagrin Falls history. Cleveland Artists Foundation Detroit Avenue, Lakewood, OH (216) laurenhansgen@clevelandartists.org Tuesday-Saturday, 1:00-5:00 pm Free and open to the public Cleveland Artists Foundation is located inside the Beck Center for the Arts on Cleveland s near west side in Lakewood, Ohio. Ample free parking is available in the Beck Center parking lot at the east side and in the rear of the building. Cleveland Artists Foundation is handicapped accessible. Cleveland Botanical Garden East Blvd., Cleveland, OH / Apr. 1-Oct. 31, Tu., Th., F, Sa. 10 AM-5 PM; W 10 AM-9 PM; Su. noon-5 PM; Nov. 1-Mar. 31, Closed Mondays Cost: Adults $8.50, Group admission:$6.50 per group member, children (ages 3-12) $3; members & children under 3 free Cleveland Botanical Garden s featured attraction, the Eleanor Armstrong Smith Glasshouse, immerses visitors in two exotic worlds of beauty and wonder: the spiny desert of Madagascar and the cloud forest of Costa Rica. Enjoy 10 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, including a rose garden, Japanese garden, Western Reserve Herb Society Garden and Hershey Children s Garden. Cleveland Hungarian Heritage Museum The Galleria at Erieview, 1301 E. Ninth St., Cleveland, OH / Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 11am - 3pm, Mondays by appointment. Cost: Free The museum houses a collection of historical costumes, folk art, fine art and items showcasing the history of Hungarian-Americans in Cleveland. The museum has an extensive library with more than 4,000 books, an archival section and a gift shop featuring decorative items, books and CDs. Cleveland Institute of Art: Reinberger Galleries East Boulevard, University Circle, Cleveland, OH see web site above for various departments addresses. Tu.-Sa. 10 AM-6 PM; Su. noon-6 PM; Cost: Free The philosophy of the Reinberger Galleries is to support the creative work of professional artists by providing quality exhibition opportunities. Its purpose is to serve the Cleveland Institute of Art students, faculty and community as an educational resource, and to encourage artistic growth and experimentation through exhibits, events and lectures. Cleveland Masonic Library and Museum 3615 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH for an appointment call Monday and Thursday 10:00am - 3:00pm. or by appointment Cost: Free This independent Masonic Library and Museum is comitted to preserving the rich history of the fraternity through it s collections and displays of artifacts. Exhibits showcase both material history of the Society, as well as the personal stories of the men who have been members of the Craft throughout the ages. Researchers are welcome and encouraged to utilize our collections for their scholarly endeavors. Cleveland Metroparks Administrative Offices 4101 Fulton Pkwy., Cleveland, OH / Open dawn-dusk; Cost: Free The Cleveland Metroparks consist of more than 21,000 acres of land in 16 reservations. The park district is dedicated to conservation, education and outdoor recreation. More than 100 miles of parkways provide driving pleasure and easy access to the park s facilities including picnic areas; hiking, biking and bridle trails; seven golf courses, nature/visitor centers and much more. 6 7

5 Cleveland Metroparks Zoo (operated by the Cleveland Metroparks) 3900 Wildlife Way, Cleveland, Ohio Various contacts: Hours of operation: Monday- Saturday 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.extended weekend hours Memorial Day through Labor Day Cost: Apr. 1-Oct. 31, Adults $10; children (ages 2-11) $6; children under 2 free; Nov. 1-Mar. 31, Adults $7; children (ages 2-11) $5; children under 2 free The zoo features more than 3,000 animals on 168 rolling, wooded acres. Exhibits include Australian Adventure, The RainForest, Wolf Wilderness, African Savannah, Northern Trek and the Primate, Cat and Aquatics Building. The Cleveland Museum of Art East Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio info@clevelandart.org Tu.-Sun 10 AM-5 PM; W and F 10 AM-9 PM; closed major holidays; Cost: Free, special exhibits may have fees The Cleveland Museum of Art is undergoing a transformational renovation and expansion over the next four years. Beginning in summer 2008, treasures from its renowned collection will begin to be reinstalled in the new galleries with more than 900 works of art accessible, free of charge, to the public beginning June 29, Cleveland Museum of Natural History 1 Wade Oval Dr., Cleveland, OH or info@cmnh.org M Sa., 10 AM-5 PM; Su. noon-5 PM; W 10 AM-10 PM; closed major holidays; Cost: Call or check Web site for admission fees The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is considered one of the finest institutions of its kind in North America. Its mission emphasizes education, scientific research and conservation. The Museum offers an extraordinary visitor experience. On permanent display are numerous dinosaur fossils, including Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops; the Wade Gallery of Gems and Jewels; Balto the Hero Dog, and much more. Enjoy live animals such as bobcats, river otters and birds of prey in the Ralph Perkins II Wildlife Center & Woods Garden, highlighting native flora and fauna of Ohio. Travel the universe while touring the Reinberger Hall of Astronomy and the Nathan and Fannye Shafran Planetarium. Kids of all ages will have fun visiting the Smead Discovery Center to touch real fossils, participate in an archaeological dig, play a birdsong piano, and many other hands-on activities. Traveling exhibitions, lecture series and public programs are offered frequently. For updates on current exhibits and program schedules, call or visit the Museum website. Other amenities include the Museum Store, Blue Planet Café, outdoor picnic tables and on-site parking. Behind the scenes, curators work in 11 natural science disciplines. Their research helps inform the Museum s many educational programs. Outside Museum walls, the Natural Areas Program protects more than 5,000 acres of rare habitats in Northern Ohio, with some preserves open for public visits. The Museum is located in the heart of University Circle, five miles east of downtown Cleveland. The Museum gratefully acknowledges the citizens of Cuyahoga County for their support through Cuyahoga Arts & Culture. Cleveland State University Art Gallery 1309 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH / Please call for dates and exhibits schedule Since its inception in 1973, the gallery program features world-class thematic art exhibitions and related educational programs including guided tours, workshops, lecture and film series and publications. Communitybased exhibitions, student shows and programs on important social and critical issues round out the gallery s programs. Cleveland Police Museum 1300 Ontario Street, Cleveland, OH M-F 10 AM-4 PM, guided tours available; Cost: Free The museum is dedicated to preserving the 140-year history of the Cleveland Police Department. Current exhibits focus on the Kingsbury Run Murders ( ), firearms from , police communications, the department as it was in 1898 and Eliot Ness, Cleveland director of public safety from Concord Township Old Stone School 7221 Ravenna Rd., Concord, OH llegg@concordtwp.com 2nd and 4th Weds. of the month 4-7pm The Old Stone School was built in 1840 and is one of the few old stone stuctures still standing in Lake County. It now serves as a history museum for Concord Township. Displays are rotated seasonally. Please call before visiting to confirm the building will be open. Cowan Pottery Museum Located in the Rocky River Public Library 1600 Hampton Road, Rocky River, Ohio / M-Th. 9 AM-9 PM; F-Sa. 9 AM-6 PM; Su. 1-5 PM (during school year only); Cost: Free, group tours by reservation The museum features art pottery created in Lakewood and Rocky River by R. Guy Cowan and the Cowan Pottery Studio from Artists include Alexander Blazys, Edris Eckhardt, Waylande Gregory, among others. Styles range from arts and crafts to art deco. Items on display include vases, bowls, candlesticks, ceramic sculptures and the famous Jazz Bowl by Viktor Schreckengost. Croatian Heritage Museum & Library Lakeshore Boulevard, Eastlake, OH croatianmuseum@sbcglobal.net Hours: Fridays 12:00-6:00 pm and by appointment. Cost: Free The Croatian Heritage Museum and Library is committed to the collection and preservation of Croatian history and culture source materials and artifacts. Exhibits include folk art, fine art and documentaries and the library has more than 5,000 books and A/V material. 8 9

6 Cuyahoga Valley National Park Vaughn Rd., Brecksville, OH / or Park open daily; Canal Visitor Center open daily 10 AM-4 PM, closed major holidays. Hours for other centers vary seasonally; Cost: Free Operated by the National Park Service, this area encompasses 33,000 acres and features a variety of natural, cultural, historical and recreational features. The Towpath Trail is a bicycling and hiking trail extending nearly 20 miles in the park and continues to the north and south. Museum exhibits are available at Canal Visitor Center, Boston Store and Frazee House. Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad P.O. Box 158, Peninsula, OH / Call for reservations and schedule. Experience the fun and adventure, the romance and nostalgia of a vintage train ride through Cuyahoga Valley National Park along the Cuyahoga River and the historic Ohio & Erie Canalway between Independence and Akron on one of the oldest, longest, and most scenic excursion railways in the country. Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum 1775 Main St., P.O. Box 236, Peninsula Ohio Hours of operation: Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun noon - 4:00 pm or by prior arrangement Cost: Free, donations appreciated A branch of the Peninsula Library & Historical Society, the Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum is located on the second floor of the historic Boston Township Hall. This building, built in 1877 as Peninsula High School, was designed by noted Cleveland architect John Eisenmann, co-designer of the Cleveland Arcade and designer of Ohio s state flag. The museum features exhibits and artifacts that document the history of the Cuyahoga Valley centered around the historic canal villages of Peninsula, Boston, and Everett. Czech Cultural Center of Sokol Greater Cleveland 4939 Broadway Ave., Cleveland, OH / Sa. 10 AM-2 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free The museum/library is located in historic Bohemian National Hall, built in The history of the Czech immigrants who built the hall and lived in the area is presented and on display are costumes, artifacts and photos. The gift shop offers garnet jewelry, pottery, books and toys imported from the Czech Republic. Depot at Valley City (AKA Liverpool Twp.) 6615 Center Rd., Valley City, OH [ N/ W] 330/ webmaster@valleycity.org Open House 1 4 PM on May 20, Jun 24, Jul 29, Aug 26 (Valley City Street Fair), Sep 30, Oct 23. Santa at the Depot 1 5 on Dec 9. Cost: Free, donations appreciated. The 1895 Depot and 1926 Porter Dinky locomotive are home to the Liverpool Twp. Historical Society and its Museum. Liverpool was the first Twp. permanently settled in Medina County, in A salt works jump-started growth and provided much needed salt throughout the region. Displays vary and may include the salt works, prosperous turn of the century cigar factories, railroading, Valley City Frog Jump Festival and others. During our Spirit Walk residents of Myrtle Hill Cemetery return and tell their stories. Dittrick Medical History Center Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio Dittrick Medical History Center jks4@po.cwru.edu M-F 10 AM-5 PM; Cost: Free The museum explores the history of medicine and health in the Western Reserve. Exhibits throughout the building cover microscopy, surgical instrumentation, medical specialties and the world s largest collection of contraceptive devices. Donauschwaben s German-American Cultural Center 7370 Columbia Road, Olmsted Township, Ohio Office hours M-F 9 AM-5 PM The Donauschwaben or Danube Swabians are Germans who settled along the rich farming lands of the Danube River Valley during the 18th century. The museum of the German American Cultural Center displays donations from members and friends including folk costumes, relics, tools, books, prints and photographs. Dunham Tavern Museum 6709 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH / dunhamtavern@sbcglobal.net W & Su. 1-4 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Adults $3; students $2 A former stagecoach stop, Dunham Tavern Museum is the oldest building still standing on its original foundation in the city. The 1824 home is a designated Cleveland Landmark on the National Register of Historic Places. Community gardens, period artifact and guided tours offer insight into the lives of early Ohio settlers and travelers. Euclid History Museum North St., Euclid, OH / Tu.-Sa. 1-4 PM; Cost: Free Housed in the 1894 township high school, the museum s holdings are founded upon the survey of Euclid Township from 1796 to Vineyard equipment and Victorian rooms represent Euclid s wine era ( ). Industrial artifacts and village/city memorabilia show off the 20th century. Transportation displays cover trail, sail, rail and automobile eras

7 Fairport Harbor Marine Museum 129 Second St., Fairport Harbor, OH / Sa. before Memorial Day-the 2nd weekend in Sept., W, Sa., Su., legal holidays, 1-6 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Adults $3; seniors $2; children (ages 6-12) $1; members & children under 6 free. Operated by the Fairport Harbor Historical Society, this marine and local history museum includes sailing and nautical items, lake history, a pilot house, the 1871 lighthouse tower and a gift shop. Geauga County Historical Society Century Village Museum E. Park St., Burton, OH / Apr.-Nov., Sa.-Su. 1-3 PM; or by appointment Walk through 100 years of history at Century Village Museum. This fully restored Western Reserve village is the jewel of the Geauga County Historical Society. The Century Village consists of 22 historic buildings, including five historic homes, church, jail, and a one-room schoolhouse depicting pioneer life. Finnish Heritage Museum 301 High St., P.O. Box 1121, Fairport Harbor, OH / Sa. 9 AM-3 PM; Spring, Summer & Fall, W 1-4 PM; Sa. 9 AM-3 PM; Su. noon-4 PM The museum is operated by dedicated volunteers, all of whom have some Finnish ancestry and/or connection. The museum features photographs and artifacts of Finnish decent. Firelands Archaeological Research Center Amherst Historical Society s Sandstone Village Corner of Lake St and Milan Ave. Amherst, OH / Open on select Sundays 9:00am to 1:00pm; check web site for dates. Firelands Archaeological Research Center is organized to discover, document and conserve archeaological sites; conduct field, laboratory, statistical and literature review activities; disseminate knowledge on the subject of archeaology; and engender an appreciation in the general public of the importance of archaeology in understanding human history of the great Lakes region. G.A.R. Hall and Civil War Museum 1785 Main St. (Rte. 303), Peninsula, Ohio peninsulahistory@windstream.net Hours of operation: Sa-Su 1-5 PM from the 3rd weekend in May October unless there is a private event. Also open by appointment. Cost: Free Step back in time to an authentic 19th century G.A.R. Hall where Civil War veterans met to fellowship after the war. This unique building, one of the last of its kind, still stands as a tribute to the local soldiers who fought in the war. Hundreds of artifacts and photographs are on display in the hall. The G.A.R. Hall is owned by the Peninsula Valley Historic & Education Foundation and is also available to rent. Check out the website for upcoming events, including a Civil War lecture series, exhibits, concerts, teas, and much more! The Gates Mills Historical Society 7580 Old Mill Rd., Gates Mills, OH Open the 4th Sun of the month and by appointment Southwick House built in 1834 houses three floors of furniture, historical documents and photographs from long time residents. Look for more information on facebook-gates Mills Historical Society and Greater Cleveland Slo Pitch Softball Museum and Hall of Fame 585 E. 222nd St., Euclid, OH / Tu. & Sa. 11 AM-3 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free The Greater Cleveland Slo Pitch Softball Hall of Fame showcases local men s and women s softball memorabilia and pays homage to Cleveland s softball legends. Great Lakes Science Center 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, OH Monday-Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm, closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. Great Lakes Science Center is one of the nation s leading science and technology centers home to Northeast Ohio s NASA Glenn Visitor Center. Its mission is to stimulate interest in and increase understanding of the sciences, with particular emphasis on the interdependence of scientific, environmental and technological activities in the Great Lakes region. The Center features hundreds of hands on exhibits, themed traveling exhibits, daily demonstrations, the awe-inspiring OMNIMAX Theater and the Steamship William G. Mather. Discounted parking is available for guests in the attached 500 car garage. Great Lakes Science Center is generously funded by the citizens of Cuyahoga County through Cuyahoga Arts and Culture. Hale Farm & Village 2686 Oak Hill Rd., Bath, OH / June-Labor Day weekend, W-Sa. 11 AM-5 PM; Su. noon-5 PM; special fall hours Sept.-Oct.; Cost: Adults $14.50; seniors $12.50; children (age 3-12) $7.50; members & children under 3 free Owned and operated by the Western Reserve Historical Society, Hale Farm & Village is Northeast Ohio s premmier outdoor living history museum depicting life in the 19th century.the 90 acre landscape includes 32 historic buildings, a working farm with heritage breeds, craft and trade demonstrations, interpreted sites with costumed staff, gift shop and cafe. Hinckley Historical Society Research Library and Office Located in a (Circa 1874 home) 1634 Center Road, (mail) PO Box 471, Hinckley, OH Open-Wed. 6-9 PM and Sunday 1-4 PM or appointment for research. Tours by appointment. Cost:Free with donations appreciated. The research library contains Hinckley Families, School, cemetery, veteran s records, township history and many displays. The Worden Heritage Homestead, 895 Ledge Road, Hinckley Metro parks. An 1862 farm house, grounds and famous Worden Carvings behind the house

8 15 Norwalk west side Neoic Members guide 03 New London Ashland Lorain Oberlin Wellington Avon Lake Westlake Lodi Strongsville Brunswick Wooster Medina Cleveland 13 Cowan Pottery Museum - Rocky River 14 Donauschwaben 90 German-American Center - Olmsted Falls 15 Firelands Archaeological Research Center - Amherst 16 Great Lakes Science Center - Cleveland 17 Heritage Farm, Brunswick Area Historical Society - Brunswick 18 Hinckley Historic Society Research Library & Office - Hinckley 19 Hower House University of Akron - Akron 25 Lorain County Metro Parks - LaGrange 2680 Maps Air Museum - North Canton Medina County Historical Society - Medina Parma RD OVI Civil War Museum - Sheffield 02 Allen Memorial Art Museum - Oberlin 03 Amherst Historical Society - Amherst 04 Baseball Heritage Museum - Cleveland 05 Bay Village Historical Society - Bay Village 06 Berea Historical Society - Berea 07 Black River Historical Society - Lorain 08 Brooklyn Historical Society - Brooklyn 09 Cleveland Artists Foundation - Lakewood 10 Cleveland Metro Parks System - Cleveland 11 Cleveland Metro Parks Zoo - Cleveland 12 Cleveland Police Historical Society - Cleveland 20 Lake Erie Nature/Science Center - Bay Village 21 Lakewood Historical Society - Lakewood 22 Little Wiz Fire and Historic Medina Museum - Medina 23 Liverpool Township Historical Society - Liverpool 24 Lorain County Historical Society - Elyria 28 Medina Toy and Train Museum - Medina 29 Museum of Devine Statues - Lakewood 30 North Ridgeville Historical Society - North Ridgeville 31 North Royalton Historical Society - North Royalton 32 Northern Ohio 77 Railway Museum - Chippewa Lake 33 Oberlin Akron Heritage Center - Oberlin Canton Kent 34 Olmsted Historical Society - Olmsted Falls 35 Parma Area Historical Society - Parma 36 Peter Miller House Museum - Avon Lake 37 Port of Lorain Foundation Inc - Lorain 38 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame & Museum - Cleveland 39 Soldiers and Sailors Monument - Cleveland 40 Southern Lorain County Historical Society - Wellington 41 Strongsville Historical Society - Strongsville 42 Ukrainian Museum-Archives - Cleveland 43 Western Reserve Fire and Eduction Center - Cleveland 44 Westlake Historical Society - Westlake Aurora 45 York Township Historical Society - Medina OH

9 Cleveland East side Neoic Members guide Parma Euclid Bedford 48 Cleveland 96 Heights 100 Twinsburg Solon Mentor Wickliffe 480 Kent Aurora Perry Akron Alliance Burton 46 Artist Archives of the Western Reserve - Cleveland 47 Aurora Historical Society - Aurora 48 Bedford Historical Society - Bedford 49 Century Village Museum - Burton 50 Chagrin Falls Historical Society - Chagrin Fall 51 Children s Museum of Cleveland - Cleveland 52 Cleveland Botanical Garden - Cleveland 53 Cleveland Hungarian Heritage - Cleveland 54 Cleveland Institute of Art - Cleveland 55 Cleveland Masonic Library and Museum - Cleveland 56 Cleveland Museum of Natural History - Cleveland 57 Cleveland Museum of Art - Cleveland 58 Concord Twp Old Stone School - Concord 59 Croatian Heritage Museum/Our Croatia Inc - Eastlake 60 CSU Art Gallery - Cleveland 61 Cuyahoga Valley Historic Museum - Peninsula 62 Cuyahoga Valley National Park - Brecksville 63 Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad - Peninsula 64 Czech Museum & Cultural Center - Cleveland 65 Nathan L. Dauby Boy Scout Museum - Cleveland 66 Dittrick Museum of Medical History - Cleveland 67 Dunham Tavern - Cleveland 68 Euclid Historical Society - Euclid 69 Fairport Harbor Historical Society - Fairport Harbor 70 Finnish Heritage Museum - Fairport Harbor 71 Gates Mills Historical Society - Gates Mills 72 Greater Cleveland Softball Hall of Fame & Museum - Euclid 73 Hale Farm and Village - Bath 74 Historic Kirtland - Kirtland 75 Holden Arboretum - Kirtland 76 Indian Museum of Lake County - Willoughby 77 International Air and Space Museum - Cleveland 78 Kent State University Museum - Kent 79 Lake County Historical Society - Painesville 80 Lake Farm Park/Lake Metro Parks - Kirtland 81 Lake View Cemetery - Cleveland Warren 82 Little Red Schoolhouse & History Center of Willoughby/Eastlake Schools - Willoughby 83 Maltz Museum Jewish Heritage - Beachwood 84 Mayfield Township Historical Society - Mayfield Village 85 Mentor Fire Museum - Mentor 86 Mill Creek Falls history Center - Cleveland 87 Moreland Hills Historical Society - Moreland Hills 88 Nature Center at Shaker Lakes - Cleveland 89 Peninsula Valley Historical & Education Foundation - Peninsula 90 Polish American Cultural Center - Cleveland 91 Polka Hall of Fame & Museum - Euclid 92 Portage County Historical Society - Ravenna 93 Shaker Historical Society - Shaker Heights 94 Slovenian Museum and Archives - Cleveland 95 Solon Historical Society - Solon 96 South Euclid-Lyndhurst Historical Society - South Euclid 97 Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - Akron 98 Summit County Historical Society - Akron 99 Temple Museum of Religious Art - Beachwood 100 Twinsburg Historical Society - Twinsburg 101 University Circle, Inc - Cleveland 102 Western Reserve Historical Society - Cleveland

10 Historic Kirtland 7800 Kirtland-Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH / Summer: M-Sa. 9 AM-7 PM; Su. 11:30 AM-7 PM Winter: M-Sa. 9 AM-5 PM; Su. 11:30 AM-5 PM; closed major holidays; Cost: Free Historic Kirtland Village is a meticulously restored 19th-century frontier village that tells the story of early members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ohio. Attractions at the village include an introductory film, Little Red School House, a country store, a period house, an ashery, a water-powered sawmill and visitors center. Holden Arboretum 9500 Sperry Rd., Kirtland, OH / AM-5 PM daily; closed major holidays; Cost: Members & children 5 and under free, non-members $6; seniors (60+) $5; children (ages 6-12) $3 Covering 3,500 acres and documenting more than 100,000 plants, Holden connects people with nature, fosters learning and promotes conservation. Holden s horticultural focus is on the documented collection of trees and shrubs, which are displayed in gardens and accompanied by groundcovers and perennials in themed collections and natural areas. Hower House The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio , (Location: 60 Fir Hill, Akron, Ohio 44304) Hours: Wed-Sat 12 noon - 3:30 pm (Feb-Dec) Cost: $8 adults; $6 senior citizens (65+); $2 students; children 6 and under, free w/adult admission. Group tours by appointment; call for rates. Hower House is an 1871 Victorian Mansion built by industrialist John Henry Hower. Hower and Akron architect Jacob Snyder designed the House in the Second Empire Italianate style yet its unusual floor plan was developed by Snyder and is based upon the Akron Plan used for Sunday Schools. The home was occupied for over 100 years by three generations of the Hower family and given to The University of Akron in It remains one of the finest and best preserved examples of its style in the country. Visitors are welcome to view the unique architecture and rare treasures of this National Historic Landmark eleven months of the year. Closed on major holidays and the month of January. Indian Museum of Lake County Technical Center, Building B, corner of River Street (Rt. 174) and Center Street, P.O. Box 883, Willoughby, OH / Hours: M-F, 10AM-4PM, Sa-SU, 1-4PM; Closed major holiday weekends, Winter/spring Break Cost: Adults $2.00; Seniors $1.50; Students (K-12) $1.00; Preschool Free. Exhibits feature the prehistoric people of Lake County and Ohio as well as historic Native American crafts from 1800 to the present from all of North America. There are hands-on activities and a large, resource library. International Women s Air and Space Museum Burke Lakefront Airport, 1501 N. Marginal Rd., Cleveland, OH / Open during airport operating hours, guided tours available; Cost: Free Discover the many achievements of women in aviation and space through exhibits on Amelia Earhart, Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II, the Mercury 13, Women in Space and many more. Also on display are aerobatic lane and a hands-on mission control console. James A. Garfield Historical Site (Lawnfield) 8095 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH / May 1-Oct. 31, M-Sa. 10 AM-5 PM, Su. noon-5 PM; Nov. 1-Apr. 30, Sa.-Su. noon-5 PM; Cost: Adults $5; children (age 15 & under) free Owned by the National Park Service, Lawnfield is the home of the 20th president of the United States. Garfield lived here with his family from 1876 and conducted his campaign from the property in The 8-acre property also includes the home, carriage house, barn windmill and more. Kent State University Museum P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH / W, F, Sa. 10 AM-4:45 PM; Th. 10 AM-8:45 PM; Su. noon-4:45 PM; Cost: General admission $5; students and children (ages 7-17) $3; seniors $4 The Kent State University Museum is housed in Rockwell Hall, the former university library, an imposing Beaux Arts structure located at the corner of E. Main and S. Lincoln Streets. There are eight galleries featuring changing exhibitions of fashion and decorative arts drawn primarily from the museum s collection of 40,000 objects. Lake County History Museum and Village 415 Riverside Dr. Painesville Township OH / Tu.-F 10 AM-5 PM; May-Oct. Sa. 1-4 PM; closed Christmas & New Year s Day The structure of the Lake County History and Heritage Center once housed the county poor house. Located on an 8-acre site, the center is the primary repository for Lake County artifacts and historical records. Its 30,000 square feet include 18,000 square feet of exhibit, research and educational space. Lake Erie Nature & Science Center Wolf Rd., Bay Village, OH / AM-5 PM daily; closed major holidays; Cost: Free The center educates Northeast Ohio children and the community through engaging classes, hands-on discovery, specialized planetarium programming and up-close wildlife experiences to inspire appreciation of and responsibility for our natural universe one participant at a time

11 Lake Metroparks Headquarters located at: Concord Woods Nature Park, Spear Road, Concord, OH or More than twenty parks encompass over 5,000 acres through out Lake County. The system offers nature, recreation and education related opportunities for people of all ages. Also, swimming, hiking, nature walks, picnicking, camps, two golf courses and special events. Lake Metroparks Farmpark 8800 Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH /366-FARM (3276) 9 AM-5 PM daily; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year s Day & Mondays Jan.-Mar.; Cost: General $6; seniors (60+) $5; children (ages 2-11) $4; members & children under 2 free Escape to the country to discover where your food comes from and a whole lot more! See farm animals up close and learn about agriculture and how it affects our daily lives. Milk a cow, take a wagon ride, watch sheep herding and learn about renewable energy and how plants grow. Lake Metroparks Penitentiary Glen Reservation 8668 Kirtland-Chardon Rd., Kirtland, OH / Park open sunrise to a half-hour past sunset. Kevin P. Clinton Nature Center, Gift Shop and Wildlife Center 9 AM - 5 PM, closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day; Cost: Free The former summer estate of the Halle family. Explore interactive exhibits, displays and the Window on Wildlife. Discover Ohio animals in the Wildlife Center. The 424 acre preserve features forests, fields, wetlands, butterfly gardens, picnic areas and more than 8.5 miles of hiking trails. Call ahead for scheduled miniature steam train rides. Lake View Cemetery Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH / :30 AM-5:30 PM daily; James A. Garfield Monument & Wade Memorial Chapel Apr. 1-Nov. 19, 9 AM-4 PM; Cost: Free Lake View Cemetery, founded in 1869, is known as Cleveland s outdoor museum and arboretum. Its 285 acres are a treasure chest of discoveries in architecture, geology, sculpture, animal life and horticulture. Lake View offers a year-round schedule of educational and cultural events, including a speaker s bureau. Lakewood Historical Society Lake Ave., Lakewood, OH / W 1-4 PM; Su. 2-5 PM; closed major holidays & Nov. 15-Feb. 15; Cost: Free Built in 1838, the Oldest Stone House Museum interprets the everyday lives of Lakewood residents from The Lakewood Historical Society also provides educational programming, operates the Nicholson House (circa 1835) for event rentals and maintains extensive paper and photographic archives that are available to the public. Little Red Schoolhouse & History Center of Willoughby/Eastlake Schools 5040 Shankland Rd., Willoughby, OH The Little Red Schoolhouse was built in The site is a three-building complex. In addition to the one-room schoolhouse, a print shop, looms and spinning wheels are also on display. A research library contains Northeastern Ohio information, specializing in Willoughby Township. The Little Wiz Fire Museum and Historic Medina Museum 326 East Smith Road, Medina, Ohio Hours of operation: Open most Saturdays 9am-4pm, Closed 12-1:15 for lunch. It is best to call and confirm schedules, especially if coming from out of town. You may also call ahead on weekdays to confirm the weekend schedule. Home of the 1916 Hallock Chemical Fire Truck built in Medina. Collection includes hand and horse drawn fire equipment from 1850, newer vehicles, extinguishers, nozzles, pumps, bells, helmets, Gamewell alarm equipment, fire grenades and historic photos. Open most Sat (call to confirm hours) or by appointment. Free admission. Educational fun for the whole family. Look forward to meeting you. Come back often as the collection is forever evolving. Lorain County Metro Parks Bacon House Vermilion Rd., Vermilion OH or Free; Saturdays 1 4 pm, Memorial Day to Labor Day Home to Benjamin Bacon - early settler, local grist and saw mill owner, justice of the peace and Lorain County Commissioner, he built this Greek Revival style house for his home in a picturesque valley of the Vermilion River. See how people lived and worked in 19th century Brownhelm Mills, walk the trails or bring your canoe or kayak for the river. Lorain County Metro Parks Burrell Homestead 2792 East River Rd., Sheffield Oh Call for more information Home to five generations of the Burrell family, this 1820 brick Federal style home was used as a stop along the Underground Railroad, was part of the early Oberlin College and residence to a number of progressive Burrell women in the 20th century. The land also was home to two different eras of Native American people. Watch for Saturday tours and special events like our spring Underground Railroad re-enactment. Lorain County Historical Society and the Hickories Museum 509 Washington Avenue, Elyria, OH Tu.-F 1-4 PM; Sa. 1-3 PM, or by appointment; Cost: Adults $5; children (ages 13-17) $3; children (ages 6-12) $2; children under 6 & members free This 1895 mansion combines Richardsonian Romanesque and Shinglestyle architecture. The interior features Tiffany-style windows, six fireplaces, carved faces and a private chapel. French and Gothic styles are apparent in the oak, mahogany and cherry woodwork. The museum interprets the lifestyle of a wealthy Lorain County family in the early 1900s

12 Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage 2929 Richmond Rd., Beachwood, OH / Tu, Th, F, Su: 11 AM 5 PM; W: 11 AM 9PM; Sa: Noon 5 PM, Open for group tours and private events daily beginning at 9 AM and on Mondays, group tours available by reservation; Cost: Adults $12; Seniors (60+) and students (12+) $10; members and children under 5 are free. The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage introduces visitors to the beauty and diversity of that heritage in the context of the American experience. It promotes an understanding of Jewish history, religion and culture and builds bridges of appreciation, tolerance and understanding with those of other religions, races, cultures and ethnic backgrounds, serving as an educational resource for Northeast Ohio s Jewish and general communities. MAPS Air Museum 2260 International Pkwy (West Side of Akron-Canton Airport), North Canton, OH / Tuesday through Saturday, 9 AM - 4:30 PM; Sunday. 11:30 AM - 4 PM Cost: Adults $8, seniors (62+) $7, children (ages 6-12) $5 The MAPS (Military Aviation Preservation Society) Air Museum restores and exhibits significant military and civilian aircraft and preserves the history of those who flew, built and supported them. The collection includes an F-14B Tomcat, B-26 Marauder, Sopwith Triplane and a 1908 Martin Monoplane, in which Almina Martin became the first woman to pilot a heavier-than-air aircraft. Mayfield Township Historical Society Bennett VanCuren Historical Home 606 S.O.M. Center Rd., Mayfield Village, OH / M 10 AM-2 PM; 3rd Sa. of every month 1-3 PM, group tours by appointment; Cost: Adults $3; children (12 and under) $1 Restored by society members, the Bennett VanCuren Historical Home offers a glimpse of what the house looked like in Also on site are replicas of an 1890 one-room schoolhouse, log cabin and early 1900 print shop. A quilting room and reference and genealogical library are also located in the home. Medina County Historical Society 206 North Elmwood St., Corner of N.Elmwood and W. Friendship streets, Medina, Ohio Open first Sunday each month March through November. Self guided tour free. Guided $2 per person. Donations accepted. The Medina County Historical Society is located in the 1886 Victorian John Smart House. Displays in the house cover Medina County History from prehistory Native American artifacts into the 1960 s. Among some of the more popular displays is an extensive arrow head collection, the Giants of Seville, and numerous items from Medina County of the Victorian Era. The museum also contains a research library. Check the website for special events throughout the year. Medina Toy and Train Museum 7 Public Square, Medina, Ohio Open M-F 10AM-5PM, Sa 10AM-1PM, Su 12PM-5PM Per person donation $2.00 Children under 10 free. The Museum consists of four rooms filled with model trains, planes, cars, dolls and dollhouses. There are over 500 engines of various sizes, passenger and freight cars with many brass models and other highly collectible items displayed in two rooms. Models consist of trains from various countries around the world. The doll room has many collectible dolls and houses on display. The other room contains tin-plate racing cars, boat and ship models, many older collectible toys, farm implement models and several erector sets. There is a three level operating train layout, a dollhouse, a Lego Block table and two wooden train tables available for hands-on play. Mentor Fire Museum 7262 Jackson Street, Mentor, Ohio museum@mentorsafetyvillage.com Hours of operation: By appointment only Admission: Free, donations accepted The Mentor Firefighters Historical Association was organized in 2002 in an effort to reduce childhood injuries, and document the history of the Mentor Fire Department created Mentor Safety Village. With income from membership dues, grants, donations, and fundraising events, improvements are made to make Mentor Safety Village the premier injury prevention site in the entire state of Ohio. Located in the historic district of Mentor on Jackson Street, Safety Village provides fire and injury prevention education to over 900 children per year. Third graders are bussed from local schools on annual field trips, where they participate in interactive safety lessons developed through the National Fire Protection Association s Risk Watch curriculum. Mill Creek Falls History Center 8404 Webb Terrace, Cleveland, OH / Apr.-Oct., Sa.-Su. 1-4 PM; Cost: Free Affiliated with Cleveland Metroparks, Slavic Village Development and the Slavic Village Historical Society, the Mill Creek Falls History Center is Slavic Village s home for history. Located at the site of the tallest waterfall in Cuyahoga County, the center features exhibits related to the area s early settlement, immigration, industry and contemporary life. Moreland Hills Historical Society 4350 S.O.M. Center Rd., Moreland Hills, OH / , Village Hall open M-F 9 AM-4 PM; replica of Garfield log cabin open June-Sept., Sa. 10 AM-1 PM Self-guided walk to President James A. Garfield s birth site, daily during daylight hours. Group tours available

13 Museum of Divine Statues Madison Ave., Lakewood, OH Hours of operation: Sundays 12:00-4:00 pm. Admission: $5.00 Call for group tours The Museum of Divine Statues is a 501(c) 3 non-profit and was founded to rescue, restore and display Ecclesiastical Statues in a reflective and respectful museum setting. This museum features statues from the closed 51 churches in the greater Cleveland area. Nathan L. Dauby Boy Scout Museum 2241 Woodland Ave., Cleveland, OH ext. 146 M-F 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am - 4:00pm, closed Sundays Admission and parking free, donations appreciated. Groups may call for tour information. The Museum located in the Council Service Center Lobby is a collection of Boy Scout memorabilia from 1910 to the present. The displays are changed frequently to display various aspects of scouting history in the Greater Cleveland Council, BSA. National Cleveland-Style Polka Hall of Fame and Museum 605 East 222nd St., Euclid, OH / Tu.-F noon-5 PM, Sa. 10 AM-3 PM; Cost: Free The Polka Hall of Fame and Museum is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Cleveland-style polka music, which evolved from Slovenian folk music. America s Polka King Frankie Yankovic was the leading proponent of this music. The museum displays 100 years of the music through photos and audio narration. Nature Center at Shaker Lakes 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland, OH / Welcome center open M-Sa. 10 AM-5 PM; Su. 1-5 PM; trails dawn-dusk; Cost: Free The Nature Center at Shaker Lakes is an urban green space that preserves natural habitats, affords people access to nature and offers environmental education and conservation programs. Numerous experiences help people understand and appreciate the interconnectedness of land, water and all living species. Northern Ohio Railway Museum 5515 Buffham Rd., Westfield Township, OH May 22 - Oct. 30, Sat. 10:0 0am - 4:00 pm Admission free, donations appreciated. Electric railways once played a major role in the economic and social development of Ohio. Learn their role in this. See streetcars, interurbans and rapid transit equipment from Ohio dating from 1895 to 1970 on a guided walking tour. Includes a visit to the restoration shop. North Ridgeville Historical Society Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville, OH / Open last Su. of the month 2-5 PM, or by appointment; closed Dec.; Cost: Free The museum is located in the Victorian-style, brick Old Town Hall built in 1882 and features local interest displays including school class pictures and yearbooks, farm tools, military items, kitchen utensils, a Bicentennial quilt and photographs of early North Ridgeville. A fire museum housing a 1931 Buffalo fire truck is next door. North Royalton Historical Society Ridge Road (Ohio Rt. 3), P.O. Box , North Royalton, OH May 15-Oct. 15, Su. 2-4 PM; Cost: Free, donations appreciated The recently established museum is in a house located in the center of North Royalton. Originally occupied in 1858, it was one of the first homes in the area. The first floor is open to the public and represents life from 1850 to Later, the second floor will be opened and will represent life from 1900 to the present. Oberlin Heritage Center Mailing Address: M.P.O. Box 0455 Oberlin, OH Site address: 73 ½ South Professor Street Oberlin, OH Tours Tu., Th., Sa. 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM, or by appointment; visitor center, gift shop & office at Monroe House open Tu.-Sa. 10 AM-3 PM; Cost: $6 Small town, big stories! Explore three beautifully preserved historic sites that tell powerful stories of this nationally significant community where people have done extraordinary things since the town and college were founded in You ll learn about the Underground Railroad, student life, women s history, the development of aluminum and much more. Olmsted Historical Society, Frostville Museum P.O. Box 38144, Olmsted Falls, OH / June-Sept., Sa. 10 AM-1 PM; group tours by appointment The Frostville Museum, located at the bottom of Cedar Point Road in the Rocky River Reservation of the Cleveland Metroparks, features seven buildings: the Prechtel House, Jenkins Cabin, Briggs House, Carpenter House, a general store, display barn and the Barton Road Church. The original structure dates back to the early 1800s. Parma Area Historical Society, Stearns Homestead 6975 Ridge Rd., Parma, OH / May 19-mid-Oct., Sa.-Su. 1-4 PM; Cost: Free Located on a 48-acre site owned by the City of Parma and operated by the Parma Area Historical Society, the Gibbs House Museum (circa 1920) and the Stearns House Museum (circa 1855) feature furnishings and displays appropriate to the era. The site also includes a Yankee-style barn, a country store, meeting cabin and gardens

14 Peninsula Valley Historic & Education Foundation 6138 Riverview Rd, Ste. F, Peninsula, OH Hours of operation: M-F 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Closed major holidays. Cost: Free The Peninsula Valley Foundation was formed in 1997 but its preservation roots go back 50 years with founder Robert L. Hunker. The Foundation owns and maintains over 20 historic properties in Peninsula. Starting in the 1960s, these were purchased as dilapidated and endangered buildings and painstakingly restored with historical integrity. The Foundation also has a library consisting of a treasure trove of decorative arts books, local history archives, and hundreds of historic photographs of Peninsula and the Cuyahoga Valley. Most of these items are cataloged and available on the Foundation s website. Peter Miller House Museum Lake Road, Miller Road Park, P. O. Box 62, Avon Lake, OH Hours of operation: Closed January, February & March School, group tours & private tours. Special Programs in the summer. Admission free Fifteen Volunteer Trustees are in charge of the Museum. Built in 1830 by the son of the first permanent Settler Adam Miller. They arrived in what is now Avon Lake in The Museum is on the National Register of Historic Places, The Ohio Historical Marker & The Lorain County Historic Landmark Polish American Heritage Center 6501 Lansing Ave., Cleveland, OH / Su. 1-4 PM; Cost: Free The museum displays items of Polish and Polish- American heritage, divided into sections dedicated to Polish history, contemporary Poland, Polish military memorabilia and folklore, as well as a section for Ignacy Jan Paderewski, a famous pianist and Polish statesman. The museum s library is filled with unique books and publications of academic and historical nature. Portage County Historical Society 6549 North Chestnut St., Ravenna OH pchsohio@neo.rr.com Hours: Sunday & Thursday 2-4 p.m. First Saturday of each month 1-4 p.m. Closed major holidays Cost: Museum tours $3.00-$5.00 Group Tours by appointment The 11 acre site consists of a museum, 1835 Greek Revival home, 1869 brick Victorian home, 1810 brick land office, 1835 New England style barn, 1820 s cabin, pre-columbian style Indian village with hands on activities for children. A military caisson and Conestoga wagon are on display. The facility also has an extensive genealogy library and history section in the lower level of the museum. The grounds and Victorian home may be rented for events. Port of Lorain Foundation Inc. 138 Alabama Ave., Lorain, OH / Visit Web site for tour information The structure of the Lorain Lighthouse, known as the Jewel of the Port was established in Installation of electric light (fourth order fresnal lens) with light projection of 15 miles took place in Renovations and restoration began in Seven boat tours are planned for summer 2008, but are dependent upon availability of volunteers and weather conditions. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd., Cleveland, OH /781-ROCK 10 AM-5:30 PM daily; W 10 AM-9 PM; closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day; Cost: Adults $22; Greater Cleveland residents $18 (with proper ID); seniors (65+) $17; children (ages 9-12) $13; members & children 8 and under free Come discover exhibits that are regarded as some of the world s most important displays of rock n roll history. An immense collection of images and artifacts from current performers, Hall of Fame artists and other music legends is imaginatively presented. See the many ways music has shifted, shaped and rocked our world. Shaker Historical Society and Museum South Park Blvd., Shaker Heights, OH / Tu.-F, Su., 2-5 PM; closed major holidays Cost: Adults $4; Children (6-17) $2; Groups by appointment The Shaker Historical Society was established in 1947 to provide stewardship for our region s significant history by nurturing respectful discovery, preservation, collection, and public dissemination of the history, traditions, and heritage of the Shaker sect, Shaker Heights, Warrensville Township, and the surrounding areas. The Museum displays the Society s substantial collection of Shaker artifacts and preserves the Shaker legacy of perfection, simplicity, utility, and durability. The museum also shares the legacy of the Van Sweringen brothers: Shaker Heights, Terminal Tower and the Rapid. The Elizabeth Nord Library contains an extensive collection of books and archival materials about the Shakers, early Warrensville Township, and the development of Shaker Heights. The home of the museum is situated on the grounds of the former North Union Shakers and was the former home of Louis Myers, a real estate agent for the Van Sweringen Company, and his wife, Blanche. Slovenian Museum and Archives 6407 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH / Th. 4-8 PM; Sa. 1-4 PM; Also by appointment; group tours available; Cost: Free The mission of the Slovenian Museum and Archives is to collect, preserve and share Slovenian culture, history and the immigrant experience. SMA provides an educational, cultural and literary resource for families and includes an archive, a newly renovated museum space filled with cultural treasures both old and new, and future library

15 Soldiers and Sailors Monument 3 Public Square, Cleveland, OH Open daily 9:00am - 4pm. except Sundays, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day. Cost; free Dedicated July 4th, 1894, Cuyahoga County s architecturally unique Civil War monument (the largest in Ohio) memorializes its 9,000 veterans by inscribing their names in marble, and depicts their heroics with larger than life battle scenes. It preserves in bronze the remembrance of those women who established and ran the Northern Ohio Relief Society and Ohio s generals, politicians, statesmen and other national leaders who ran the war. Solon Historical Society Bainbridge Rd, Solon, Ohio President Robert Shimits: , cell Curator Joseph Baumann: address: shistorical@aol.com Hours of operation: The museum is open the second Sunday of the month from 2:00PM to 5:00PM. There is no admission fee. Closed if Sunday falls on a national holiday. On scheduled Tuesday program nights the museum is staffed 1 hour prior to time shown. The Solon Historical Society is located in the 1899 former Pioneer Memorial Presbyterian Church. Established in President James A. Garfield preached on this site in the church that the current museum building replaced. An Ohio Historical Marker has been delivered and will be dedicated in the Spring of Southern Lorain County Historical Society-The Spirit of 76 Museum 201 N. Main Street, Wellington, OH Sa.-Su. 2:30-5 PM; closed Nov.-Mar. The museum preserves the history of Wellington and features paintings from artist Archibald Willard, who painted the Spirit of 76. The Herrick Memorial Library was a gift to Wellington by Myron T. Herrick, a prominent businessman in the area. On display are vintage clothing, tools, hardware and dairy equipment used by farmers in the area. South Euclid Lyndhurst Historical Society 4645 Mayfield Road, South Euclid, OH Sa. 1-4 PM, closed July-Aug. & major holiday weekends The museum is located in the five-room gardener s quarters of the William E. Telling mansion, now occupied by the Cuyahoga County Library, South Euclid/Lyndhurst branch. The collections promote interest in the history of South Euclid and the surrounding area. Displays include toys, furniture, kitchen equipment and Bluestone Quarry memorabilia. Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens 714 N. Portage Path, Akron, OH Mar. 31-Dec. 29, Tu.-Su. 11 AM-4:30 PM; Cost: Call or check Web site for admission and tour fees Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is the former home of F.A. Seiberling, the co-founder of The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company and his family. Completed in 1915 during the Industrial Age, it is one of the most important examples of an American Country Estate. The 65-room Manor House has more than 70 acres of artfully designed landscaped grounds. Strongsville Historical Society Pearl Rd., Strongsville, OH / Apr.-Nov., W, Th., Sa., Su. 1-4 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Donation, adults $3; children $1 Located on two acres in the center of town, the Strongsville Historical Society and Village consists of four historic homes, a general store, academy, log cabin and barn that span the era from 1816 to Exhibits of local and Ohio history feature artifacts from Strongsville s original founders, furnished period rooms and more. Summit County Historical Society Copley Road, Akron, Ohio www. SummitHistory.org/blog ; schs@summithistory.org Perkins Stone Mansion historic house museum Open: April December Wednesday Friday from 1 3 p.m.; special events and by group tour arrangement Members are always free; $6.00 adults; $4.00 seniors; $2.00 students John Brown House and Summit Awards Hall of Honor Open: May September on the 4th Thursday from 4-6 p.m. or by group tour arrangement FREE. Between 1835 and 1837, Col. Perkins and his wife, Grace, built a large stone house one mile outside Akron, the town his father had helped co-found in 1825 along the Ohio and Erie Canal. The family set up a self-sustaining farm with large vegetable and floral gardens, cattle, horses and sheep giving the property its nickname of Mutton Hill. The care of sheep and sale of their wool, Merino and Saxony, provided a partnership between Perkins and abolitionist John Brown, later known for his raid on Harper s Ferry in an attempt to end slavery in the United States. Brown rented the house across the street where he and his family resided at times between 1844 and Both houses are located at the corner of the old stagecoach route and the Portage Path, a Native American route between the Cuyahoga and Tuscarawas Rivers that was also a boundary to prevent European migration into Indian land. The Summit County Historical Society of Akron, Ohio, like the Perkins family it represents, collaborates within the community to form partnerships with The City of Akron, the County of Summit and a number of organizations in the Ohio & Erie Canalway

16 The Temple Museum of Religious Art Shaker Boulevard, Shaker Heights, OH Group and individual tours by appointment M-F 9 AM-4 PM; Cost: Donation The Temple Museum of Religious Art, located in The Temple-Tifereth Israel s landmark synagogue in University Circle at E. 105 one block North of Chester. The Temple Museum of Religious Art, located in The Temple-Tifereth Israel s synagogue, houses Jewish ceremonial objects, art, an Israel stamp collection, archaeological replicas from the Israel Museum, Arthur Szyk stained glass windows, The Holocaust Wall Hangings by artist Judith Weinshall Liberman and more. The Temple-Tifereth Israel Gallery also features the collection at the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage. Twinsburg Historical Society 8996 Darrow Rd., Twinsburg, OH / twinsburghistoricalsociety/ Last Sunday of every month 2-5 PM except Jan. or by appointment Cost: Free The main building of the Historical Society was originally known as the Twinsburg Institute and dates back to about It houses many items from the past 100 years and an adjacent barn contains historic tools and farm implements. Programs are held throughout the year. Ukrainian Museum-Archives 1202 Kenilworth Ave., Cleveland, OH / Tu.-Sa. 10 AM-3 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Donation The Ukrainian Museum-Archives documents the history and culture of the Ukrainian people with an emphasis on immigration to America. In addition to colorful exhibits of embroidery, Easter eggs (pysanky) and other folk art, the UMA has a substantial collection of books, photographs, periodicals and other materials. University Circle, Inc Magnolia Drive, Cleveland, OH M-F 8:30 AM-5 PM University Circle Inc. is the nonprofit development, service and advocacy organization responsible for the growth of University Circle as a premier urban district and world-class center of innovation in health care, education, and arts and culture. Western Reserve Fire Museum and Education Center 310 Carnegie Rd., Cleveland, Ohio Call for more information The Center s building, former Cleveland Fire Station No. 28 and Fire Alarm Dispatch is undergoing major renovations. Operated by dedicated volunteers, when completed it will be a first class regional fire museum and education center focusing on fire safety programming to reduce fire deaths and injuries. Exhibits will relate to fire service history in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Western Reserve Historical Society History Center E. Boulevard, Cleveland, OH Hours: History Center Tu.-Sa. 10 AM-5 PM, Su PM; Library Archives Thu-Sa 10AM-5PM Cost: Adults $8.50; seniors $7.50; children (ages 3-17) $5; members and children under 3 free; group rates available The WRHS History Center in Cleveland s University Circle houses a variety of collections, galleries and facilities including the Bingham-Hanna and Hay-McKinney Houses, Chisholm Halle Costume Wing, Crawford Auto Aviation Collection, Kidzibits Family Education Center, Research Center (see next listing for separate hours), and several galleries with rotating exhibits on various aspects of Northeast Ohio history. The Halle Costume Wing features selections from the extensive WRHS clothing collection. The renowned Crawford Collection presents Northeast Ohio s vital role in transportation history featuring automobiles, aircraft and more; the historic houses feature the WRHS decorative arts collection. Kidzibits offers hands-on activities for children ages Admission allows access to all History Center facilities including the Research Center. Western Reserve Historical Society, Archives and Library E. Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio Hours: Tu.-Sa.10 AM - 5 PM Cost: Adults $8.50; seniors $7.50; members free The WRHS Research Center is the principal repository for histories, records, photographs and papers relating to the growth and development of Cleveland and Northeast Ohio, once known as the Connecticut Western Reserve. The millions of records and photos held in the Research Center include extensive genealogy materials to assist in family history research. Admission includes access to all WRHS History Center facilities. Westlake Historical Society 1171 Clague Road, Westlake, OH , Open June through October, Sundays 3-5 PM; or by appointment; Cost: Free, donations appreciated The Clague House is the 1876 home of the Robert Clague family who immigrated from the Isle of Man. It is furnished and decorated in the Victorian style and special attention has been given to a collection of Isle of Man items, including one of the largest Manx libraries in the country. York Township Historical Society 6547 Spellman St., NE corner of State Routes 18 and 252, Medina OH or Hours: Open 2nd Sunday each month 2-4pm tours by appointment The historical complex in Mallet Creek features 1890 one-room schoolhouse, 1891 post and beam barn, and 1883 Granary. View historical items from York Township and surrounding areas. Exhibits include school desks and books, maps, records, artifacts, historic memorabilia, early farm tools, horse-drawn carriages, restored 1700 s barn loom, late 1800 s Newcomb loom and early 1900 road grader. Society meets 2nd Monday each month at 7 pm in the schoolhouse

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