The 7th Annual Cleveland History Days Returns June 20 through 30 with more than 70 events

Cleveland History Days, an annual celebration of Cleveland's history presented by Canalway, invites residents to immerse themselves in the captivating stories that shaped the city. From access to the hidden streetcar level of the Veterans Memorial Bridge to tours and open houses of iconic landmarks, there is a treasure trove of history waiting to be explored.

Cleveland History Days showcases Cleveland's cultural institutions, historical societies, museums, and preservation
organizations, which are all working to preserve and promote the city's unique heritage.

This more than 10-day series, produced in collaboration with over 30 community partners throughout Cleveland— including the Cleveland History Center, Cuyahoga County, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Archives, Lake View Cemetery, Baseball Heritage Museum at League Park, Cleveland Metroparks, National Park Service, and more—offers a diverse array of activities. Attendees can enjoy guided walking tours, lectures, screenings, panel discussions, open houses, and special events that delve into Cleveland’s industrial heritage, diverse communities, and significant contributions to popular culture.

A few notable events during Cleveland History Days 2024:

• Cuyahoga River Rally on June 29, presented by Canalway at Hart Crane Memorial Park - A day-long festival celebrating the history of the Cuyahoga River and the lifestyle enhancements clean water provides with live music and free guided tours by boat, kayak, and bike, as well as walking tours.
• Rediscover the Veterans Memorial Bridge on June 21 & 22, presented by Cuyahoga County at Veterans Memorial Bridge - This self-guided tour allows visitors to experience the original streetcar station and tracks, unique views of the Cuyahoga River, Lake Erie, and downtown Cleveland from the Veteran’s Memorial Bridge.
• History Days Speaker’s Series at Cleveland Public Library on June 22, presented by Ohio Humanities - Enjoy a full day of author talks, presentations and discussions in the Stokes Auditorium of the beautiful and historic Cleveland Public Library, Main Library. Conversations will be moderated by Tom Yablonsky, Cleveland History Days co-founder and Historic Preservation & Environmental Affairs Advocate.
• World Series Of Rock Exhibit Opening on June 26, presented by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Library & Archives - An open house celebrating the 50th anniversary of the historic World Series of Rock concerts at Cleveland Municipal Stadium with a new exhibit.
• National Register Historic District Preservation Showcase: Grand Bank Lobbies Tour on June 27, a fascinating walking tour of five iconic Cleveland banking lobbies from the late 19th century and early 20th century. During the tour, they’ll delve into the architectural history and share information about the efforts to preserve and adaptively reuse these historic landmarks.
• CIFF Film & Panel Discussion on June 21, presented by Cleveland International Film Festival - Join us for a screening of Interception: Jayne Kenedy- American Sportscaster documentary film and a panel discussion on the impact Jayne’s story has had on Black women in broadcasting.

"We are excited to present more than 70 programs for Cleveland History Days 2024. This week is a tribute to the
individuals, locations, and tales that have come together to form Cleveland,” said Mera Cardenas, executive director of Canalway. "This year's events allow people to connect with the past and learn how Cleveland’s history is still impacting us today."

Cleveland History Days 2024 is made possible through the generous support of its sponsors including National Trust for
Historic Preservation, Ohio Humanities, GBX Group, The Millennia Companies, Sandvick Architects, Baseball Heritage
Museum, Cumberland Development, Tom Yablonsky, Tim Donovan, Downtown Cleveland Inc., Hyatt Regency Cleveland
at The Arcade, and has been made possible in part by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities: Democracy demands wisdom.

For more information about Cleveland History Days 2024, including the full events schedule, participating organizations, and ticketing, please visit www.clevelandhistorydays.com.