University Circle
University Circle - photo Bob Perkoski
If you want to see economic, arts and residential development in Cleveland, head to University Circle. This one-square-mile powerhouse has welcomed over $3 billion in new construction in recent years thanks to the Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center, University Hospitals' Cancer Hospital, and the Uptown project, a large mixed-use development currently taking shape on Euclid. Thanks also to a flush of contemporary new apartment projects, the neighborhood is adding as many new residents as it is daily commuters. All within walking or biking distance are the world-famous Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall, Museum of Contemporary Art and Cleveland Botanical Garden.
University Circle Inc. is now University Circle Alliance, reflecting the nonprofit’s evolution from a focus on land development to a broader role connecting the institutions, businesses, civic partners, and residents that shape the district. The new name reinforces the organization’s commitment to collaboration, community engagement, and improving connections throughout University Circle.
Eva Clarke, Hana Berger Moran, and Dr. Mark Olsky will share their stories of survival and resilience during an Oct. 21 panel discussion at the Milton and Tamar Maltz Performing Arts Center. Moderated by author Wendy Holden, the Cuyahoga County Public Library event will highlight the survivors’ remarkable beginnings and the determination of their mothers to save their newborn children.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Kent State University bring together bird specimens, historic fashion, and contemporary student designs in “Fashion & Feather,” an exhibit exploring the beauty of birds, the influence of feathers on fashion, and the importance of conservation. Take a closer look at the exhibit and the next generation of fashion designers in this photo essay.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History’s Museum Family Day: Owls & Howls returns Sunday, Oct. 25, with wildlife-inspired crafts, animal talks, trick-or-treating, and more. The Museum is also introducing new membership options, plus discounts for educators and military members.
Cleveland glass artist and Cleveland Institute of Art professor emeritus Brent Kee Young explores the relationships between light, line, space, and form in his “Matrix Series,” now on view at The Sculpture Center. Inspired by organic and constructed systems, Young uses flame-worked borosilicate glass to create intricate, interconnected structures that challenge perceptions of the material’s fragility and physicality.
Andrew Wyeth may be best known for his tempera paintings, but watercolor was a constant throughout his career. “Spectacular Freedom: Andrew Wyeth and the Modern American Watercolor” at the Cleveland Museum of Art explores Wyeth's lifelong relationship with watercolor through nearly 75 works, including pieces rarely or never seen by the public.
The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is bringing two big names in science to Cleveland this fall. Physicist Gabriela González will discuss gravitational waves and her career in astrophysics Oct. 6, followed by science communicator Hank Green, who will explore the importance of optimism in science Nov. 19.
Music, dancing, food, drinks, and art come together at the Cleveland Museum of Art’s October MIX: Noche de Ritmos. At an evening celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, guests can dance to live music from Grupo Son Gitano and DJ LOLO, learn salsa from Viva Dance Studio instructors, and explore works by Latin and Hispanic artists throughout the museum’s galleries.
A 1970s disco prom at Cuyahoga County Public Library’s South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch shows how the Memory Cafe uses music, movement, and social connection to engage older adults—including those experiencing memory loss. The monthly program, a partnership between CCPL and the Cleveland Clinic, offers activities for participants, caregivers, and anyone looking to stay active and connected.
The new 2.7-mile Mandel Community Trail gives Cleveland cyclists and pedestrians an off-road connection between downtown and the city’s east side lakefront. The trail fills a decade-old gap in the regional bike network, linking neighborhoods like St. Clair-Superior and Glenville to lakefront parks, marinas, cultural destinations, and trails extending toward University Circle and the Heights.
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From a reggae-filled after-hours party to chamber music by Cleveland Orchestra musicians and a free concert in the Italian Baroque gallery, the Cleveland Museum of Art has plenty of ways to get your groove on this week.
The African American Heritage and Cultural Celebration returns to Cleveland after nearly 25 years, bringing music, history, and culture to the Cleveland History Center . This year’s celebration also honors Cleveland hip-hop pioneer Kevin “MC Chill” Heard, marking 40 years since he became the first Cleveland solo act to sign with a national record label.
The Cleveland Museum of Art’s new ArtLens Reimagined gallery invites visitors to experience the collection in new ways through interactive technology, artificial intelligence, movement, sound, and hands-on exploration. Spanning 10,000 square feet, the gallery features 21 experiences designed to make art more accessible, approachable, and engaging.
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Cuyahoga Arts & Culture grants help Greater Cleveland nonprofits bring a vibrant lineup of arts, cultural, and community events to residents as summer winds down. From One World Day and Waterloo Arts Fest to Fresh Fest, the grants support programming that celebrates the region’s diverse communities and creative spirit.
Jesse Owens returned to Cleveland from the 1936 Olympics in Berlin with four gold medals that came with four English oak saplings. The last surviving tree stood at Rhodes High School until 2022. Now, cloned saplings from the historic oak are putting down new roots in Cleveland while helping preserve Owens’ legacy and support the work of the Black Equity and Humanity Fund.
One World Day returns to the Cleveland Cultural Gardens on Sunday, Aug. 30, celebrating its 80th anniversary with cultural performances, international food, a naturalization ceremony, and special America 250 programming that highlights the immigrant stories that shape the nation.
Cleveland Public Theatre's Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) gives young artists more than a summer theater experience—they write, build, and perform an original production while developing professional skills and confidence. This year's free outdoor tour, 'Getting Back to Once Upon a Time,' brings student-created theater directly into Cleveland neighborhoods.
Cleveland composer Chris Neiner and Stars in the Classics will perform 'Tales of Euclid Beach Park' at the Cleveland History Center on June 25. Inspired by the amusement park's history and iconic Grand Carousel, the performance combines live chamber music with Ohio Contemporary Ballet dancers as part of the museum's America250 celebration.
Three new exhibits opening June 20 at The Sculpture Center feature site-responsive works by Noelle Choy, Jacklyn Brickman, and Malena Grigoli. Through various media, the artists explore memory, place, belonging, and the unseen forces that shape everyday life—inviting visitors to reconsider the histories and relationships embedded in the world around them.
After months of preparation, the Cleveland Museum of Art's 34th annual Parade the Circle filled Wade Oval with color, creativity, and community spirit. Enjoy photos by Reuben Kutash and Bob Perkoski, who captured this year's "Momentum"-themed celebration.