Cleveland History

The 1904 Warner & Swasey buildingCleveland Public Library/Photograph CollectionThe 1904 Warner & Swasey building

Explore the people, places, events, and traditions that shaped Cleveland and continue to influence the city today. From neighborhood landmarks and cultural legacies to forgotten stories and local icons, our Cleveland History coverage connects the past to the present.
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BREAKING GROUND Canal Basin Park
The past comes alive: Picnic in the Park celebrates America 250 and Canal Basin Park's legacy
Elizabeth HilleTuesday, June 23, 2026
Canalway Partners' Picnic in the Park returns to Canal Basin Park with live music, food trucks, family activities, and historical exhibits celebrating both America 250 and the vital role the Ohio and Erie Canal played in shaping Cleveland.
BREAKING GROUND View from the streetcar level of the Veterans Memorial Bridge.
History reaches new heights at the Veterans Memorial Bridge public tours
Elizabeth HilleTuesday, June 23, 2026
The Veterans Memorial Bridge opens its historic streetcar level to visitors on Saturday, June 27, offering a rare opportunity to explore one of Cleveland's most iconic landmarks. The self-guided tours are part of Cleveland History Days and coincide with Canalway Partners' Picnic in the Park celebration—connecting visitors with the city's rich transportation, industrial, and civic history.
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