Cleveland Ohio
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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland Ohio’s best-known attraction is the glistening Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, called the “Rock Hall” by residents. Designed by architect I.M. Pei, this angular white and glass structure sits at the edge of Lake Erie in downtown Cleveland. It’s a very interactive and accessible museum and visitors of all ages and musical tastes can find something to intrigue them. The permanent exhibits include one of Diana Ross’ sequined gown from The Supremes, hand-written lyrics by Janis Joplin, and Jr. Walker’s saxophone as well as some of the artist’s personal items, such as John Lennon’s report card and Jim Morrison’s scout uniform. Visitors can experience the artists’ music with headphones scattered liberally throughout the museum.
The Cleveland Ohio Waterfront
In addition to the Rock Hall, Cleveland’s waterfront sports the Great Lakes Science Museum and the accompanying OmniMax Theater. Cleveland Stadium, the new home of the Cleveland Browns football team, also sits right on the downtown waterfront and is home to loyal fans each Sunday during the season. Several boats, such as the three-decker Goodtime III, offer visitors and locals alike a view of the spectacular downtown skyline. Some of these cruises offer meals, cocktails, and dancing.
Cleveland Museum of Art
The Cleveland Museum of Art is one of Cleveland Ohio’s favorite attractions. This diverse museum, one of the last museums with free admission in the U.S., features a large French Impressionist collection as well as a colorful armor court, Asian and Indian art exhibit, and 19th century sculpture by artists, such as Degas and Rodin. The museum also hosts several important temporary exhibits throughout the year. The building sits on scenic Wade Oval surrounded by a reflection pond and a ring of flowering trees.
University Circle: Cleveland Ohio's Cultural Center
University Circle is Cleveland’s cultural hub. In addition to the Cleveland Art Museum, this area is home to Case Western Reserve University, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History and its fun and educational dinosaur exhibit, the indoor and outdoor exhibits of the Cleveland Botanical Gardens, the Crawford Automobile and Aviation Museum, and the Western Reserve Historical Society Museum and its diverse exhibits on life in Cleveland from the city’s founding to the present.
Cleveland Orchestra
Also located in the University Circle neighborhood is Severance Hall, the beautiful and acoustically perfect neo-classical concert hall that is home to the world-renowned Cleveland Orchestra. Said by some critics to be the best orchestra in the United States and the world, the Cleveland Orchestra, under the musical direction of Franz Welser-Most, performs most weekends between October and May. Often accompanied by a lush voices of the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus, the orchestra has performed such diverse pieces as Wagner’s Ring Cycle, selections by classic composers such as Beethoven and Mozart as well as modern masters, such as Stravinsky and Copland. To hear the orchestra is awe-inspiring for listeners of all ages.
Hale Farm
Just south of Cleveland, Ohio lies Hale Farm, a part of the Western Reserve Historical Society. This authentic Civil War era village brings history to live with authentic period craftsmen, costumes, restored homes, and other historic exhibits, all in a beautiful Cuyahoga Valley rural setting. The Hale family’s original brick, three-story residence has been restored and docents tell visitors the story of the 19th century Western Reserve as they tour the home. Outside, resident farm animals delight city dwellers and craftsmen sell their wares, such as baskets, iron works, and homemade dolls.
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