Skip the Line: Cleveland History Center Admission Ticket
Overview
For over 150 years the Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS) has been telling the story of Northeast Ohio. Visit the headquarters of Cleveland's oldest cultural institution, the Cleveland History Center, to experience the exhibits that bring these stories to life.
From the very first map of Cleveland to LeBron James’ championship shoes, journey through Cleveland’s history from 1796 to today, with the extensive collection and interactive exhibits at the Cleveland History Center. Ride on the restored Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, walk through two historic mansions, experience the evolution of the automobile in Cleveland and the world in the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and discover why Cleveland is Mad For Plaid in the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing. Discover what extraordinary history awaits. Visit today!
From the very first map of Cleveland to LeBron James’ championship shoes, journey through Cleveland’s history from 1796 to today, with the extensive collection and interactive exhibits at the Cleveland History Center. Ride on the restored Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, walk through two historic mansions, experience the evolution of the automobile in Cleveland and the world in the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and discover why Cleveland is Mad For Plaid in the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing. Discover what extraordinary history awaits. Visit today!
Inclusions
- Admission ticket to the Cleveland History Center
- Skip the Line Ticket
- Entry/Admission - Cleveland History Center
What to expect
Visit: Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd Western Reserve Historical Society Near the Crawford auto and aviation museum, Cleveland, OH 44106-1703
The Cleveland History Center houses exhibits that tell the story of Northeast Ohio. Through the use of the Western Reserve Historical Society’s extensive collections the Cleveland History Center provides a much-needed sense of place in today’s mobile society. Each item on display or in an interactive tells a story that personally engages individuals of all ages to make these stories come to life.
From the very first map of Cleveland to LeBron James’ championship shoes, journey through Cleveland’s history from 1796 to today, with the extensive collection and interactive exhibits at the Cleveland History Center. Ride on the restored Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, walk through two historic mansions, experience the evolution of the automobile in Cleveland and the world in the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and discover why Cleveland is Mad For Plaid in the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing. Discover what extraordinary history awaits. Visit today!
The Cleveland History Center houses exhibits that tell the story of Northeast Ohio. Through the use of the Western Reserve Historical Society’s extensive collections the Cleveland History Center provides a much-needed sense of place in today’s mobile society. Each item on display or in an interactive tells a story that personally engages individuals of all ages to make these stories come to life.
From the very first map of Cleveland to LeBron James’ championship shoes, journey through Cleveland’s history from 1796 to today, with the extensive collection and interactive exhibits at the Cleveland History Center. Ride on the restored Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel, walk through two historic mansions, experience the evolution of the automobile in Cleveland and the world in the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and discover why Cleveland is Mad For Plaid in the Chisholm Halle Costume Wing. Discover what extraordinary history awaits. Visit today!
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
BLTurpin
January 2020
The Cleveland History Center is part of the Western Reserve Historical Society and is housed at the same site. There are two Trip Advisor sites with reviews: This one, which is the Cleveland History Center, and also the Western Reserve Historical Society. However, from a visitor's standpoint,...
The Cleveland History Center is part of the Western Reserve Historical Society and is housed at the same site. There are two Trip Advisor sites with reviews: This one, which is the Cleveland History Center, and also the Western Reserve Historical Society. However, from a visitor's standpoint, they are the same attraction. There is one admission ticket and one museum, albeit with a wide variety of collections and displays. However, when planning your visit, be advised that a visit to the Cleveland History Center is also a visit to the Western Reserve Historical Society. The Center/Society is organized around a few key exhibits. Those are: 1. Cleveland Starts Here - The history of Cleveland and the Cleveland region. 2. Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum 3. Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel 4. Bingham-Hanna & Hay-McKinney Mansions 5. Chisholm Halle Costume Wing 6. Special Collections - at the moment "Giving Black," a look at philanthropy by African American members of the greater Cleveland Community. (Extremely impressive!!) My friend and I visited specifically to take the mansion tour and see the costume and textile collections. However, her husband and daughter spent their time almost exclusively in the car and plane exhibits. Importantly, there is an extensive children's "Hands On" collection of exhibits. Those include: 1. How We Learn 2. How We Travel 3. How We Build 4. How We Dress If your group includes children, there is a lot for them to see and do! There is also a movie (not working the day we visited), a gift shop, and each admission includes tickets for two carousel rides. So, every member of the family will be happily engaged. I am a new resident and have visited other museums in the University Circle area. This one did not rank at the top of my list because I expected it to be a somewhat musty, dusty history or urban development, decay, and renewal. I could not have been more mistaken! This amazing museum should have been the first stop in my effort to understand Cleveland! There are so many fabulous museums in the area that it must be hard to compete and get the public's attention, but I would highly recommend that a visitor or resident spend time here. In "Cleveland Starts Here" you can see Lebron James Nike shoes, a Superman (invented in Cleveland) sculpture, and the Chief Wahoo neon sign from the Cleveland Indians stadium. Probably my favorite part is the section about the Stokes brothers and how the election of Mayor Stokes was such an important political milestone in the US. There is much more to see and the exhibit is displayed for easy access and visibility. Check out the monumental porcelain wall mural! If you are hoping to learn about Cleveland, start with the "Cleveland Starts Here" exhibit. If you are into the cars and planes, it's easy to start with those exhibits. And, the costumes, mansions will take you through history in an entirely different way with a focus on interiors, architecture, and style. I allowed three hours and wished that I'd had 4-5. On nice days there is also a garden to enjoy. The staff is helpful and friendly, there is quite a bit of parking in museum lots or behind the history center, also in the surrounding neighborhood. Do not miss the Cleveland History Center of the Western Reserve Historical Society. It is an exciting, lively, interesting, interactive, and altogether enjoyable museum. I plan to become a member and take all of my guests there. It is an excellent museum and a wholly wonderful experience! Plan your visit today :-)gstuyvesant
August 2019
Our entrance fee was very affordable, parking was very close and also responsible. A lot to see for the money you pay. Some things were closed so prepare before you go.
Our entrance fee was very affordable, parking was very close and also responsible. A lot to see for the money you pay. Some things were closed so prepare before you go.siri4cuba
July 2019
Really enjoyed the history, exhibits, carousel, automobiles and people at this great museum. My wife and I highly recommend you take advantage of this super bargain. Three hours went by quickly as we took it all in. What an impressive collection of automobiles. The guided tour of the mansion...
Really enjoyed the history, exhibits, carousel, automobiles and people at this great museum. My wife and I highly recommend you take advantage of this super bargain. Three hours went by quickly as we took it all in. What an impressive collection of automobiles. The guided tour of the mansion with all its history and elegance was additionally superb.ProPhotowriter
July 2019
There are two floors of automobiles, from the very earliest, up to present day. Those who thought that electric cars are new, and vogue, and home charging was the future? Well, there were electric cars more than a century ago, and they could be charged at home. The carousel was in use for more th...
There are two floors of automobiles, from the very earliest, up to present day. Those who thought that electric cars are new, and vogue, and home charging was the future? Well, there were electric cars more than a century ago, and they could be charged at home. The carousel was in use for more than half a century, then packed into storage back in 1969. Now fully restored, and rideable, it is a pristine blast from the past.Dctrebisky
July 2023
Due to circumstances beyond my control I could not attend, I tried to get a refund. This option was not available.
Due to circumstances beyond my control I could not attend, I tried to get a refund. This option was not available.DarylJ552
August 2022
We spent a couple of hours in the museum looking at the exhibits on Cleveland history, old cars, motorcycles and furnishings from the home which is now the museum. There was also an old carrousel that was operating for anyone that wanted to take a ride.
We spent a couple of hours in the museum looking at the exhibits on Cleveland history, old cars, motorcycles and furnishings from the home which is now the museum. There was also an old carrousel that was operating for anyone that wanted to take a ride.