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Three Paths to Unravel the Crime. Which Will You Choose?

Whether you’re cracking the case at one of our premiere events, staging your own unforgettable evening with a private package, or inviting us to bring the drama right to your doorstep - our murder mysteries deliver twists, turns, and a night to remember. Choose your story, dig up the clues, and try to solve the murder.

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Three Options for Booking

Live Public Events

Join us at the Cleveland History Center for an evening of suspense, laughter, and unexpected twists! We run six live performances per story, each filled with unique energy and audience interaction. Individual tickets go fast; don’t miss your chance to catch a killer in the act.

Coming January 2026 | Tickets on Sale NOW!

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Private Mystery Packages

Want to host your own unforgettable night? Our private packages come with everything you need: character guides, game materials, host instructions, and immersive storylines, all delivered straight to you. View more information.

We Come to You!

Planning a team-building event, party, or special gathering? Book our team to facilitate the murder mystery in your space-we bring the plot, props, and professionalism. You just gather the guests.

Choose your story!

Murder Mystery - Cleveland

A Winter’s Eve Murder Mystery

Set against the opulent backdrop of the Gilded Age in 1904, a family gathers for the reading of a mysterious will - only to be met with chilling secrets and hidden agendas. As suspicions rise and motives unravel, guests must work together to expose the truth before it’s too late.

Murder Mystery - Cleveland

Murder at the Mayor’s Mansion: A Suffrage-Era Mystery

Transport yourself to 1914 Cleveland, where Mayor Newton D. Baker hosts an elite gathering amidst the fervor of the women’s suffrage movement. As rivalries simmer and scandalous whispers spread, a shocking crime is committed. Can you uncover the culprit before the night is over?

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Murder in the Limelight: A Show-Stopping Mystery

Travel back to 1924, where vaudeville’s brightest stars light up the night, until a dark twist threatens to steal the show. Amidst dazzling performances and backstage rivalries, a sinister plot unfolds. Can you crack the case, or is it curtains for your character?

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Crime and Deceit: A 1935 Murder Mystery

It’s 1935 Cleveland, and the city’s criminal underworld is buzzing with whispers of double-crosses and dirty dealings. Someone’s been bumped off, and the heat is on to figure out who’s behind the crime before the cops pin it on the wrong sap. The stakes are high, and it’s up to YOU to crack the case.

This interactive murder mystery puts you smack in the middle of the action. There’s a role for everyone from shy gumshoes to bold investigators alike. The stakes are high, and the headlines are unforgiving. Don’t let your name end up in the papers.

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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.

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Cleveland History Center
10825 East Boulevard
Cleveland, Ohio 44106 ↗

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