Join the Western Reserve Historical Society (WRHS) Cleveland History Center this Thursday, Oct. 29 for a spooky, adults-only evening at the museum, where history gets weird with History on Tap: Cryptids & Curious Creatures from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
'Cleveland Starts Here' is always on view at the Cleveland History Center.Sip a themed drink from the bar, explore the galleries after hours, and uncover the legendary monsters and mysterious creatures said to haunt the Western Reserve.

From centuries-old folklore to modern-day sightings, discover why these stories continue to captivate our imaginations.

What you'll see & do
General admission (free for WRHS members, $15 for non-members) includes the following activities and access to the museum's exhibits throughout the evening.

The Naturalist Lab
Join a representative from the Cleveland Metroparks North Chagrin Nature Center to examine real biological specimens, skulls, and pelts with local experts as you explore the science behind some of Ohio's most famous cryptid sightings.

The Sightings Map
Add your own mysterious encounters to the History Center's interactive map and explore historic reports of legendary creatures, including the Lake Erie Serpent and the Peninsula Python.
 
The Talisman Apothecary
Create a history-inspired protection pouch using traditional folk magic ingredients once believed to ward off spirits and unknown creatures lurking in the woods.

'Carl and Louis Stokes: Making History' is always on view at the Cleveland History Center.Featured Presenter
Cultural anthropologist and folklore researcher Alex Martinez takes guests inside the fascinating world of cryptids and regional folklore. Explore the many types of mysterious creatures reported throughout Ohio, discover how legends take root and evolve over time, and learn what these enduring stories reveal about the communities that keep them alive.

Tickets include:

• Admission to the program
• Access to the Cleveland History Center galleries
• Cash bar and snacks available for purchase

'Hollywood on the Cuyahoga: Northeast Ohio and the Movies' closes on Saturday, Oct. 31.

Whether you've spent years tracking mysterious creatures or just want a fun night out during the spooky season, History on Tap promises an evening of strange stories and fascinating history.

History on Tap: Cryptids & Curious Creatures is on Thursday, Oct. 29 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Cleveland History Center, 10825 East Blvd, University Circle, Cleveland 44106. Tickets are $15; WRHS members get free admission.