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Date
May 16th, 2026
Join us for a full day of celebration as we honor the 116th birthday of the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, which first opened to the public on May 19, 1910. This cherished Cleveland icon is now beautifully restored and spinning once again at the Cleveland History Center. Perfect for families, history enthusiasts, and anyone who treasures the nostalgia and joy of Euclid Beach Park. Celebrate a Cleveland classic with us and be part of a timeless tradition. Included with general admission.
Cleveland History Center
Experience Cleveland like never before through vast and varied collections.
Crawford Auto Aviation Museum
The Crawford brings the history of transportation to life for all to experience.
Library
Our library is dedicated to documenting all aspects of the region’s history.
Hale Farm & Village
Hale Farm & Village is a living history museum in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Cranz Farm
Plan a stay in the Cranz Farm House.
Learn & Discover
OverviewProgramsHistory at HomeInternshipsEducational ResourcesResources for African American HistoryResources for Jewish History
Field Trips to the Cleveland History Center
Field Trips to Hale Farm & Village
Youth Entrepreneurship Education
Experience Northeast Ohio's entrepreneurial spirit of the past, present and future.
Digital Cleveland Starts Here®
Here you will find access to the digital collections of WRHS encompassing images, audio, video, and texts.
Become a Member
Membership has its perks! Find countless ways to experience history today and every day with Western Reserve Historical Society Membership.
Join an Auxiliary
Get behind the scenes and join an auxiliary! The African American Archives Auxiliary, Citizens of Hale Farm & Village, Genealogical Committee, and the Friends of the Cleveland History Center support WRHS's priority initiatives.
Make a Donation
When you support Western Reserve Historical Society, you support Northeast Ohio by keeping alive the rich history of this fascinating region, the stories of its people, places, industry, and culture.
Western Reserve Historical Society is the oldest cultural institution in Northeast Ohio, the region's largest American history research center, and one of the leading genealogical research centers in the nation.
Cleveland History Center
10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106 ↗
Phone
(216) 721-5722
Hours
Thursday: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Friday, Saturday, & Sunday: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm