For a free local history museum, I rank this museum very high. I was there with my four year old,…read moreand we were not here long, because he doesn't have the attention span as someone who might read more throughly into each exhibit, but I found it to be easy to navigate and interesting. We really liked the special Circus exhibit. There was also a Family Fest going on outside today, so we were able to enjoy that, as well. We got some art and craft projects in; pet some animals; and even got some complimentary books from the library. And don't forget the bouncy house and the inflatable slide! It was an enjoyable day and I appreciate all that the Massillon community put into this event and into the museum itself.

What a cute little gem of a place! It's a mix of local historical artifacts, paintings, mixed media…read moreand miscellaneous art housed in a compact little building. There were several exhibits; shame we came on a day that entire floors and exhibits were closed...But I enjoyed each section and their display. The gorgeous pieces of china were in my favorite display but I wish they had plaques or signs up for that section. Admission is free and the little gift shop is cute too.

I still love Hingetown. I think its such a cool little stretch of Cleveland. Some of my favorite…read moreplaces are here including Urban Orchid floral, Cleveland Tea Revival and Beet Jar, though I frequent most of the businesses here and have unique love for them all. They're all owned by passionate, cool locals who believe in what they do. But mostly, this update is just to show appreciation for a few things I often forget about Hingetown- how dog-friendly every business is, the beautifully manicured living wall, and the fact that the Transformer Station (a satellite CMA location) even exists here. I mean, where else can you pet tons of good doggos, see world class art and grab lunch? Since the last time I wrote this, new businesses like Larder Delicatessen, Saucy Brew Works and Title Kickboxing have opened. I can tell the people behind Hingetown are really trying to continuously add and improve. Still 5-stars in 2018!

There are a couple cool businesses here. I go to some of them. I don't like calling it Hingetown…read more It never used to be called Hingetown until about a year ago. It feels unnatural for me to call it that. I guess that is how the Native Americans felt when they turned this land into the United States of America. This area was once Cleveland's Gaytown. It was anchored by Bounce. Other notable establishments were the Tool Shed and Man's World.

You know, I'm not entirely sure if it was a Generation X thang, a local Chicago thang or a ME…read morethang... but back in the day it seemed as if you were either a Michael Jackson fan or a Prince fan, but not both. Sure, you could like and listen to the music of either, but you were firmly in one camp or the other. I was undoubtedly a PRINCE fan! My friends and I even renamed our neighborhood Paisley Park and called ourselves IG's, International Gigalo's in honor of his song Gigalo's Get Lonely Too; Although I must admit it was a peculiar and ironic title for a bunch of 13 year olds who didn't yet have girlfriends or even yet experienced their first kiss... LOL! We even tried purchasing Raspberry Berets as a group! (shaking my head in embarrassment) Ahhh, life in the 80's! Still it goes without saying Prince and his music remind me of a special time in my life just before high school and adulthood when things were much simpler... when you were more defined by the music you listened to than politics. When Doves Cry, Purple Rain, Let's Go Crazy and The Beautiful Ones were and still are amongst my favorite songs of all time. I wax nostalgic every time I hear any one of them! In my youthful defense, what was not to love? Even if you didn't fully appreciate his music you had to admire someone who taught themself to play piano at age 7, before learning the guitar at 13 and the drums at 14! It is even reported that he played a total of 27 instruments and is also said he wrote more than 1,500 songs, many of which were hits for OTHER artists such as: * Nothing Compares 2 U -- Sinead O'Connor (1990) * Jungle Love -- The Time (1984) * I Feel for You -- Chaka Khan (1984) * Manic Monday -- The Bangles (1986) * Round and Round -- Tevin Campbell (1990) * Love Song -- Madonna (1989) * How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore -- Alicia Keys (2001) MUSIC WAS SO POWERFUL from my generation. So many songs, beats and lyrics sound as fresh today as they did back then! The first wax record I ever purchased was Genius of Love. I was 12. Mariah Carey remade it in 1995 as FANTASY which was featured in the 2021 Ryan Reynolds film Free Guy, still sounding as amazing as it did 26 years earlier and 40 years after its original beat was created! FINAL THOUGHTS Like so many musical greats that were taken too soon, Prince Rogers Nelson left high heeled shoes that no one could ever replace! It was a joy to visit this mural. I think Alicia Keys said it best during his induction into the Hall of Fame: "There are many Kings! King Henry VIII, King Solomon, King Tut, King James, King Kong, the Three Kings... BUT THERE IS ONLY ONE PRINCE." 2023 / 21

Cleveland street artist Glen Infante has indisputably recognizable work. You can recognize his…read moreflair immediately with bold colors, shadow work and kitschy concepts. Only Glen could dream up a public art mural of Prince eating a donut. If you're not familiar with the Flats, this vast mural can admittedly be a little difficult to find. My regret is that it isn't in a more highly visible area, because this is one of my favorite murals, and I want more people to see it. If you're not from around here, try putting in a nearby business like the West Bank Golf Club and it should take you in that general direction. Trust me, you won't miss it. We love you, Prince! Enjoy your donut!

We were visiting the Polish Village in the Parma Neighborhood of Cleveland OH on Friday February…read more26th., I happen to find this beautiful wall mural of PARMA located on the wall near the Little Polish Diner. I love the wall murals, the artwork is always vibrant and beautiful!!! I just felt the need to share with everyone!!! If in the area you should visit!!!

The Gates of Hell in north Columbus is one of those eerie local spots that sticks with you. It's an…read moreold, graffiti-covered tunnel that feels straight out of an urban legend--dark, damp, and definitely creepy once you step inside. The echo of footsteps, the dripping water, and the way the light disappears the deeper you go all add to the unsettling vibe. It's not an official attraction, more of a hidden curiosity, but if you're into spooky local history and a little adventure, it's worth checking out. Just be prepared--it definitely earns its name. I was there alone and I got a sketchy vibe from it. Nothing happened, of course, but you always want to be aware of your surroundings. Maybe pick up a rock incase someone there has ill intent.

This is smack dab in the middle of unhoused encampment. Because this is sort of a see at your own…read morerisk it is unkempt. I'm not sure if the storm over the weekend made it worse but we could figure out how to get around the water or if there was a less dangerous way of seeing it.

They are currently closed until the 6th of January, fyi! (2020) in case you were making a stop…read moreexclusively there. Excited to schedule a class, soon! I've heard great things.

You don't have to know me that well to get a sense that I'm no artist. I had trouble with…read morepaint-by-number, for the love of Dali. I do, though, have lots of great, artistic friends, and they took me to the Cuyahoga Valley Art Center. What a delight. It is in the old First Akron Bank building, right on the mall on the north end, just before it becomes a street again. Chock full of student-created work, there is a huge gallery, several class rooms, studios, a kitchen, on and on and on, all for the local artist. It reminds me exactly of my college campus art building, but with way more people of other ages, from teens to near hundred-and-teens. Two other great reasons to love this place. It is non-profit. AND it is self-sustaining, through membership and their classes and workshops. When I hear discussions of what it takes to revitalize a downtown, I imagine a bunch of places just like this one: using an older building (you kids would know it as "re-purposing") for a newer idea, in this case art, but also music, and library, and metal shop and... oh, sorry. I went back to high school for a minute, there. Keep our downtowns from falling into ruin. Consider enrolling in a class here, but at least visit the place for a tour or an exhibition. (Oh, and there are a few off-street parking spaces in back, along the river, if you can find them.) Ars longa, vita brevis.

Amazing tribute to the icon of Warren. I suspect it is more lively in the warmer months and on a…read moreweekend. We went on a Sunday afternoon. It would add more flavor if you could grab a drink and walk around while their music was playing!!!

I was road tripping to Minnesota and found some little stops to make on the way and this was one of…read morethem. I have never been to an art alley like this before. From various reviews, I heard this was a pretty decent one. Being a Dave Grohl fan, I decided to stop and check it out! Pretty darn cool! So happy we made the few minute stop! So for those of you that don't know what this is, it's an alley that artists set up their art of Dave Grohl for display on the street for people to stop and check out. Some of it is worn out from the weather as this is all outdoors. It looks like they change it out from time to time and they add to the walls with art as someone was painting while I was there! Why in Warren, OH? Well that is where Dave is from! All I can say, worth a few minute stop to check it out. The area is pretty run down and poor looking. It seemed like a lot of places were closed and not too much around to do. Into art? Check it out! Dave Grohl fan? Check it out! Music fan? Check it out!

I visited Graffiti HeArt this past weekend after seeing their new mural on Instagram. It was a…read morequick bike ride from downtown (passing through Asiatown for treats, of course!). They give artists a platform to share their murals and street art across the city. Most of the eye catching art around the city was made possible by Graffiti HeArt! Their HQ building itself is a mural, titled "Beautifully Destroyed". Another mural shines right behind, facing East 49th. It was completed in August by Beau Stanton and features the iconic Cleveland Guardians of Traffic. Check out their website for a list of current street art (http://www.graffitiheart.org/walls/) for a perfect socially distant adventure!

it allowed me to give people an idea of my art and i'm looking for a place to have my art hung on…read morebeautiful walls that let alot of people look at my art .and decide if they like what they see .kathy maxwell instagram 9828 kathy maxwell thank you for letting me show you some of my art .

HEDGE, housed inside 78th Street Studios, is one of the most innovative, vibrant and beautiful art…read moregalleries in the Cleveland area. The owner, Hilary Gent, provides contemporary space for emerging and professional artists to exhibit their work. Visiting HEDGE is a true experience. It's large, modern space beautifully curated by Hilary's thoughtful eye. Hilary consistently has new, groundbreaking exhibits, which will challenge you to think about art. Even if you think you "don't know about art," HEDGE's inclusiveness and friendly atmosphere will make you feel at home. For art collectors with more eclectic taste, HEDGE is your mecca. Hilary's curation brings in everything from lighting fixtures to acrylic paintings, drawings, textiles, and photography at affordable varying price ranges. I'm looking forward to seeing her current exhibition, THREADED, a textile art collection by three women artists. Hilary herself is also a brilliant artist, so take the time to observe her stuff! She's also a well-known event planner known for her chic, tasteful weddings within this space. If I ever get married, Hilary will be the first person I call. During the next Third Friday (when 78th Street Studios is open to the general public), head to Hilary's gallery for a great social hour, a glass of wine, and to meet other supremely interesting people. Her dog, Jack, will be waiting to greet you!