Join us at 2:00pm every Wednesday and Saturday from June through August at the Cleveland History Center to enjoy highlights from some our favorite Cleveland stories followed by a short gallery tour to learn more about some of the real-life artifacts that inspired these programs!
FREE with museum admission; Members FREE.
THIS TALK & TOUR: The Stokes Brothers’ Legacy
Explore the Stokes Brothers exhibit on their early lives and careers and hear about the brothers’ lasting legacy in Cleveland and beyond.
Interested in learning and hearing more about Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River or other fascinating pieces of Northeast history? Click here to book a Speaking of Cleveland program today
Join us at 2:00pm every Wednesday and Saturday from June through August at the Cleveland History Center to enjoy highlights from some our favorite Cleveland stories followed by a short gallery tour to learn more about some of the real-life artifacts that inspired these programs!
FREE with museum admission; Members FREE.
THIS TALK & TOUR: The Stokes Brothers’ Legacy
Explore the Stokes Brothers exhibit on their early lives and careers and hear about the brothers’ lasting legacy in Cleveland and beyond.
Interested in learning and hearing more about Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River or other fascinating pieces of Northeast history? Click here to book a Speaking of Cleveland program today
Join us at 2:00pm every Wednesday and Saturday from June through August at the Cleveland History Center to enjoy highlights from some our favorite Cleveland stories followed by a short gallery tour to learn more about some of the real-life artifacts that inspired these programs!
FREE with museum admission; Members FREE.
Dates not available: Parade the Circle 6/8 & Euclid Beach Park Day 7/20
This Talk & Tour: Suffragists of the Western Reserve
Come share in the history of strong women who have led the Western Reserve in independent thinking!
Interested in learning and hearing more about Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River or other fascinating pieces of Northeast history? Click here to book a Speaking of Cleveland program today.
Join us at 3:00pm every Wednesday and Saturday from June through August at the Cleveland History Center to enjoy highlights from some our favorite Cleveland stories followed by a short gallery tour to learn more about some of the real-life artifacts that inspired these programs!
FREE with museum admission; Members FREE.
THIS TALK & TOUR: Cleveland’s Crooked River
Follow the winding path of the Cuyahoga through CHC collections and learn a little about its life as a resource, as a fire hazard, and as an eventual rallying cry.
Interested in learning and hearing more about Cleveland’s Cuyahoga River or other fascinating pieces of Northeast history? Click here to book a Speaking of Cleveland program today
First Annual Induction ceremony for Cleveland History Day!
Join us as we kick off Cleveland History Days. It will feature overview of program, recognition of first Cleveland Hero – an historic character who has contributed to Cleveland’s history, explanation of the Cleveland History Buff contest. All those attending this event will receive 4 points. Individuals with top 3 point totals is awarded a Cleveland Experience package – overnight stay, restaurant and tickets to cultural/ sports event. (4 CHB points)
For more information on this or other Cleveland History Days events, go to: http://canalwaypartners.com/events/clevelandhistorydays/
Join the Cleveland History Center and the Cleveland Foundation as it hosts its second year of Common Ground. This three hour event invites participants to engage in conversations and interactive activities about the diverse neighborhoods in Cleveland. Guests will experience Cleveland and community history like never before as they explore Cleveland Starts Here® sponsored by the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation and help us answer questions like, how has your neighborhood changed from the 1960s to today? What are your hopes for your community?
Thursday, June 6th marks the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. The Allied invasion of occupied Europe marked a turning point in World War II and was a crucial step in the defeat of Nazi Germany. Join WRHS Chief Curator Eric Rivet for a discussion of the planning and preparations that made D-Day successful and the experiences of the men that fought the battle. You will also have an opportunity to examine and handle the kinds of uniforms and equipment used by the US Army on that fateful day.
This hands-on program lasts one hour and costs $15 / $5 for members (includes museum admission).
Scout out the many fun and educational opportunities available for Boy and Girl Scouts on University Circle. Visit the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, Cleveland Botanical Garden, the Cleveland History Center, and the Cleveland Museum of Art all for one low price. Scouts can participate in activities at any of the above locations by following a self-guided passport handout that will be provided. All scouts will earn a special event patch!
To preregister for this event, please click below. Registration will also be available at each participating institution on the day of the event.
Price includes admission to the Cleveland History Center, Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
Pricing
Adults: $24
Siblings: $8
Free for Scouts in uniform!
For questions about registration, please contact the Cleveland History Center (216-721-5722 x1502 or sstewart@wrhs.org).
Electric, Steam, or Gasoline | About the Exhibit
Today’s automobile designers and manufacturers are focused on adjusting to increased demands for power and fuel alternatives. The hope is that pollutant-free, long range, and efficient vehicles are just over the horizon.
But that’s not new!
As the Twentieth Century dawned, only 20% of American cars ran on gasoline! Come to the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum and see over 100 years of technological innovation. Learn how our current thoughts regarding the future of transportation are firmly rooted in a fascinating past.
Schedule of Events
8:00-11:00am | Crawford, Coffee & Cars
1:00-2:00pm | Under the Hood: Behind-the-Scenes Exhibit Tour
2:00-3:00pm | The Story Behind Alternative Power (Speaker: John Lutsch, Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum Programming Manager)
(PREREGISTERED GUESTS WILL HAVE ACCESS TO A FAST LINE FOR EASY CHECK-IN!)
Proceeds from this event benefit the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center.
Celebrating 50 years of fond memories and history
For nearly 75 years, Euclid Beach Park was one of the most prominent amusement parks in Northeast Ohio. Today, 50 years after closing, the memories created there continue to live on.
This annual event, now in its fifth year, invites audiences of all ages to enjoy a community celebration of Cleveland’s iconic amusement park. Museum guests will enjoy fun family activities including unlimited rides on the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, Rocket Ship rides, Laughing Sal, lawn games, delicious treats and so much more.
Regular admission
Adult: $10
Senior: $9
Child: $5
Lolly the Trolley rides return for their second year with additional tours. This year the Lolly the Trolley Tour Package includes a guided walking tour of Euclid Beach Park. Slots are limited and sold on a first come, first served basis. If you have questions, contact Shannon Stewart, Program Coordinator, at 216-721-5722 x1502.
Lolly the trolley package | WRHS Members: $15* | Non-Members: $25*
*Includes admission to Euclid Beach Park Day and complimentary goody bag
Sponsored by
Come celebrate the 109th birthday of the crown jewel of Euclid Beach Park!
May 19, 1910 was the day that opened the season for Euclid Beach Park. It was also the first time that attendees would set their sights on, and ride, the magnificent Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel.
Installed by Philadelphia Toboggan Company (PTC), this new, larger, more grand carousel had four rows of horses, three inside rows of “jumpers” and an outside row of nearly life size stationary horses. The initial purchase price for this carousel: $7,734.04
Guests will enjoy activities, unlimited rides on the Grand Carousel, as well as delicious treats from our partners:
Join us for Crawford, Coffee & Cars at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center
Sunday, June 9, 2019 | 8:00am to 11:00am
Experience the Crawford Auto-Aviation Collection like never before
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- Enjoy coffee and pastries
- Admission includes access to the exhibits in Cleveland History Center, including the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel
- Parking included with ticket price
- $5 for WRHS Members, $10 for Non-Members
Proceeds from this event benefit the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center.
EVENT ADDRESS: 10825 East Blvd| Cleveland OH 44106
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Join us for Crawford, Coffee & Cars at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center
Saturday, May 11, 2019 | 8:00am to 11:00am
Experience the Crawford Auto-Aviation Collection like never before
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- $5 for WRHS Members, $10 for Non-Members
- Enjoy unlimited coffee and pastries
- The Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum’s restoration shop will be open. Attendees will get to see the shop and see the projects Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum volunteers are working on, including the restoration of a Baker Electric.
- Admission includes access to the exhibits in Cleveland History Center, including the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing, the historic Hanna and Hay-McKinney Mansions, and the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel
- Parking included with ticket price
**PLEASE NOTE: If you plan on attending this event please expect road closures due to a 5k being held at the same time in University Circle. Click here to see course map.
Proceeds from this event benefit the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center.
EVENT ADDRESS: 10825 East Blvd| Cleveland OH 44106
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Join us for Crawford, Coffee & Cars at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center
Saturday, April 20, 2019 | 8:00am to 11:00am
Experience the Crawford Auto-Aviation Collection like never before
- Enjoy unlimited coffee and pastries.
- $5 for WRHS Members, $10 for Non-Members
- Admission includes access to the exhibits in Cleveland History Center, including the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing, the historic Hanna and Hay-McKinney Mansions, and the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel
- Parking included with ticket price
Proceeds from this event benefit the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum at the Cleveland History Center.
EVENT ADDRESS: 10825 East Blvd| Cleveland OH 44106
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NOACA Community Day
Please join us for “NOACA Community Day” at the Cleveland History Center on Sunday, August 26th.
Celebrate the history of our region with a focus on earlier modes of transportation in the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum. The first 100 guests will receive FREE admission courtesy of NOACA, which is celebrating 50 years of planning for Greater Cleveland.
Learn more about what NOACA does for the region at www.noaca.org.
