List of museums in Cleveland facts for kids

Cleveland is a city full of interesting places to explore! If you love learning new things, you'll be excited to know that Cleveland has many awesome museums. These museums cover everything from art and history to science and even famous movies. This list will help you discover some of the best museums and art galleries in Cleveland.

You can also find more museums in Ohio and the wider Cuyahoga County, Ohio.

Museums to Explore

A Christmas Story House

This museum is located in the Tremont neighborhood. It is all about the famous movie A Christmas Story. You can visit the actual house used in the film!

African American Museum

Located in Hough, this museum focuses on African American history and culture. Please note that it is currently closed.

ARTneo

Found in the Detroit–Shoreway area, ARTneo is an art museum. It shows off art and architecture from Northeast Ohio and the surrounding Cleveland region. You can find more information on their website.

Artists Archives of the Western Reserve

This art gallery and research center is in University Circle. It focuses on art from Ohio. Check out their website for details.

Baseball Heritage Museum

In the Hough neighborhood, this museum celebrates the multicultural history of baseball. It highlights the important values the sport represents. Visit their website to learn more.

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

Located in Old Brooklyn, this museum shares the history of witchcraft, magic, and occultism. It displays many historic artifacts. You can visit their website.

Children's Museum of Cleveland

This museum in Goodrich–Kirtland Park is specially designed for kids. It offers fun and interactive exhibits for younger visitors.

Cleveland Grays Armory Museum

In Downtown Cleveland, this museum tells the story of the Cleveland Grays. This was a private military group started in 1837. It also covers the military history of the greater Cleveland area.

Cleveland History Center

Operated by the Western Reserve Historical Society, this center is in University Circle. It explores the history of Northeast Ohio. Inside, you can see the Euclid Beach Park Grand Carousel and historic mansions. It also includes the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum and a hands-on gallery for kids.

Cleveland Hungarian Museum

This museum in Downtown Cleveland focuses on the history of Hungarians. It tells the stories of Hungarian American people in Northeast Ohio.

Cleveland Museum of Art

Located in University Circle, this is a large art museum. It has amazing collections from all over the world. You can see Chinese, African, Ancient Greek, Roman, European, and American art. There are also collections of textiles, Islamic art, and photography.

Cleveland Museum of Natural History

Also in University Circle, this museum is all about natural history. You can see animal mounts, skeletons, and real dinosaur fossils. They also have a great collection of minerals.

Cleveland Police Museum

This museum is in Downtown Cleveland. It is located on the first floor of the Cleveland Police Headquarters Building. It shares the history of law enforcement in Cleveland. You can find more at [1].

Cleveland State University Art Galleries

These art galleries are in Downtown Cleveland. They are located inside the Cowell & Hubbard Building.

Cozad-Bates House Interpretive Center

In University Circle, this history center focuses on the anti-slavery movement. It reflects on the Underground Railroad and its secret code name "Hope."

Dittrick Museum of Medical History

This science museum is in University Circle. It explores the history of medicine. It shows how people and society have understood health and medicine over time.

Dunham Tavern Museum

Located in Central, this is a historic house museum. It was a tavern in the mid-19th century. It is the oldest building still standing in the city.

Great Lakes Science Center

This science museum is in Downtown Cleveland. It offers many interactive exhibits. It also includes the NASA Glenn Visitor Center.

Greater Cleveland Aquarium

In Downtown Cleveland, this aquarium lets you explore underwater worlds. You can see many different types of fish and marine animals.

Historical Society of Old Brooklyn Museum

This museum in Old Brooklyn focuses on local history. It shares the stories of the Old Brooklyn neighborhood. You can visit their website.

International Women's Air & Space Museum

Located at Cleveland Burke Lakefront Airport in Downtown Cleveland, this museum celebrates women in aviation and space. It tells the stories of brave female pilots and astronauts.

Italian American Museum of Cleveland

This museum is in Little Italy. It shares the history of Italian American people in Northeast Ohio.

Learning Center and Money Museum

This museum is part of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland in Downtown Cleveland. It teaches you about money and how it works.

Louis Stokes Museum

Located at Outhwaite Homes in Central, this museum tells the story of politician Louis Stokes. It highlights his life and achievements.

Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland

In University Circle, this museum focuses on contemporary art. It showcases modern and new art pieces.

NASA Glenn Visitor Center

This center is part of the Great Lakes Science Center in Downtown Cleveland. It features exhibits about NASA, space exploration, and the solar system.

Polish-American Cultural Center of Cleveland

This center is in Broadway–Slavic Village. It celebrates Polish-American culture and heritage. You can find more information on their website.

Reinberger Galleries

These art galleries are part of the Cleveland Institute of Art in University Circle. They display various art exhibitions.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

This famous museum is in Downtown Cleveland. It celebrates the history of rock and roll music. You can see exhibits about legendary musicians and bands.

Sculpture Center

Located in University Circle, this is an art gallery specifically for sculpture. You can see many different types of sculptures here. Visit their website.

SPACES Gallery

In Ohio City, SPACES Gallery shows contemporary art. It is a place for new and experimental art. Check out their website.

Steamship William G. Mather Maritime Museum

This museum is a Museum ship located in Downtown Cleveland. It is a retired Great Lakes bulk freighter, the SS William G. Mather. You can explore the ship and learn about its history.

Temple Museum of Religious Art

This museum is part of The Temple in University Circle. It focuses on Jewish religious art and has three locations.

Transformer Station

In Ohio City, this is another gallery for contemporary art. You can find more information on their website.

Ukrainian Museum-Archives

Located in Tremont, this museum preserves and shares Ukrainian American history and culture.

USS Cod

The USS Cod is a Museum ship in Downtown Cleveland. It is a real World War II Fleet Submarine that you can explore.

Museums That Are No Longer Open

Some museums in Cleveland have closed over the years:

• Cleveland Health Museum: This museum, also known as HealthSpace Cleveland, joined with the Cleveland Museum of Natural History in 2007.
• Lake Shore Electric Railway (museum)
• Little Italy Heritage Museum: This museum closed in 2007.
• Mill Creek Falls History Center: This center was run by the Slavic Village Historical Society.

See also

• List of museums in the United States