10/10 no notes. This place was built by whimsy and kept by magic. But in all seriousness, the Troll…read moreHole Museum was an excellent choice for our destination. The collection of Trolls is enormous and, as we were told, continues to grow and grow and grow. Our tour guide had some great information, fun facts, history and answers to all our questions. We started upstairs and the themed rooms (and fun) almost seem never ending. We saw Trolls of all shapes and sizes. All different mythologies and pop culture influences. From handmade to original myth to the newer versions. We left in awe of the massive scale of this collection. There's a gift shop with unique and rare finds of Trolls as well. From T-Shirts to beads, you can definitely find something to take home with you. Prices were fair for all the rarity of the items. There are a lot more pictures I could upload, but I refuse to rob you of the wonder and surprise that can only come from enjoying this collection, up close and with your own eyes. This is definitely a place we won't forget.

I've seen this on Instagram so many times and never thought I'd get a chance to go until my mom…read morerandomly bought a house in Alliance, Ohio. They have so many trolls and are so knowledgeable about them! It is such a fun and interesting experience!

Well worth the stop! This is a fascinating little museum with an extensive collection of funeral…read morememorabilia. It's not morbid, not a Halloween attraction. Varied pieces celebrating the ends of many famous persons. A rosette from the bunting on Lincoln's funeral train, invitations to memorial services for many famous people. A hand organ played as funeral music for Franklin Roosevelt. So many items to see. All tastefully displayed throughout a currently working funeral home. The museum is free to the public but you are welcome to make a donation if you would like. Donations are forwarded to local charities. The museum began as an autograph collection but when someone included a funeral notice with the autograph, (Joe Louis), Famous Endings resulted.

It's actually really well done and if you have a good sized group the owner curator will give you a…read morefull tour, it was interesting the first time I went here, but that was so many years ago when I was young, went recently and it has improved a lot and more exhibits are in place.

I have know this place for more than 75 or so years. It is always amazing! Mooney was an extremely…read moretalented man! And very pleasant. I remember him on a Sunday afternoon, sitting on his chair under the big old shade tree on the front lawn. He always greeted. He'd reach not his pocket and pull out a little block of wood and his knife. With 3 or four cuts, he made a pliers and gave it to me. Ive broken them and lost them over the years. I was skyways impressed with his train collection! All hand carved. Absolutely beautiful. Abd the button house! Amazing! I still hope to get back there some day.

I first visited the Warthern Museum over 30 years ago and have been back several times. Recently…read morewe had out-of-town relatives visiting and were looking for something to do. So, a trip to Amish country and then a side trip to the Warther Museum was the ticket. Earnest Warther was a master carver and he carved a wide array of amazing carvings - mostly of trains. The detail in his carvings is incredible. Warther was sel-taught and he actually made some of his own knives because he could not find what he needed in the stores. His craving and craftmanship is amazing. This is a MUST-SEE attraction in the Dover/New Philadelpha area. Allow at least 2 hours (longer if you have time) to thoroughly enjoy this museum.

My youngest son and I went for the FREE workshops they hosted Sunday mornings in the atrium…read more We thoroughly enjoyed it. All of the materials were provided and we took our time sitting and creating art that we could view later and cherish the memories created from it. After we finished we toured the museum and walked out to the pond. I was happy thay my son's first visit was with me and not on a school field trip (even though that's still a treat).

Our first time in Cleveland--Do yourself a favor and reserve at least half a day here. It's…read morebeautiful and FREE!!! It's Incredible! When in Cleveland? Do not miss this Free , huge museum- you get lost in it - it's so big. So thankful that it's free. A must see.

We have wanted to visit the "Kent State University Museum" for a long time and never seemed to get…read morearound to it. Well today we made a point to get it done. Now all I can think is, "What took us so long"! Kent, Ohio is a cute town, surrounding a beautiful University campus. It is a pleasure to drive through and very easy to navigate. We arrived at the museum this morning which is FREE on Sunday. A nice contemporary building on the campus. Easy to park, easy to enter, and easy to get around. Upon entering you are greeted by a friendly face at the reception desk that is more than happy to answer any questions and provide directions. It is layed out on the main and 2nd floors on both sides of the central hall. The exhibits are absolutely beautiful. They included clothing through the century, jewelry, glass & ceramics, and designs from the university fashion design department. As well as a fabulous exhibit by artist LeRoy Neiman. Everything is exceptionally beautiful. After you spend plenty of time exploring the museum you'll have no problem finding a nice place to relax, eat and have drinks in town. We had a marvelous time today and I'm confident you will too. Do yourself a favor and visit the "Kent State University Museum"... It's amazing.

I visited the KSU Museum for the first time in Dec 2024 to see the Nancy Crow quilt exhibit and I…read morewas impressed. The museum has two floors of beautifully curated displays. The emphasis is on fashion, and I especially liked the history timeline. The purse collection in the hallway is colorful and fun. The quilts were stunning and displayed in a bright and spacious gallery with a mirrored view. There's an admission fee most days but Sunday was free. The museum isn't big, but it has a very professional feel and includes a gift shop sells works made by students, and the building is very attractive and located right on campus. Definitely worth a visit.

Unique and fun experience for those who enjoy a strange variety of exhibits. They have a variety of…read moreitems from different places. The tour is short but memorable. The experience is different than many other museums. The trip was fun and worth the time. It's a good idea to park in the back.

I thought the museum was pretty interesting! Not your typical museum. But if witchcraft is…read moresomething that interests you, this museum would definitely be of interest! My friend and I came here on a weekday and they were not too busy so we were able to get online tickets reserved the day of. Steve was a fun host full of stories to share. I liked the shop too. Many interesting finds! If you like unique experiences, then I recommend checking this out.

Everything went well. The place was packed, but no wait. First time there and I will be back many…read moretimes. Everyone there was so helpful. If I had a question, I knew I could get it answered.

I have lived down the road from MAPS for many years, but I didn't realize all they do. If you like…read moreaviation and/or history, I highly suggest giving this place a visit. They have older airplanes that you can see, and different rooms dedicated to different things such as war items and art. It was really interesting to go learn and all the staff there were super helpful and more than happy to share their knowledge with us.

Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens - A Cleveland-Area Gem!…read more Stan Hywet is beautiful in every season! From gorgeous flowers in the spring and summer to stunning fall foliage and festive holiday decorations, there's always something special to see. The estate itself is breathtaking, and the gardens are beautifully maintained. We took a guided tour this time, and it was exquisite! It offered so much additional insight into the history of the estate and made the visit even more enjoyable. The staff is always amazing, friendly, and helpful, too! Stan Hywet is also a popular wedding venue, so plan accordingly if you're visiting on a weekend, as weddings and other events can affect your experience. Whether you're looking for a romantic first-date spot, visiting Cleveland and want to explore a piece of local history, or planning a fall foliage photo shoot, this place is an absolute gem. Highly recommend visiting in different seasons to experience its beauty in new ways!

Came here for Mothers Day. Worth the visit to see the house and gardens…read more We were told when you come around Christmas there are not as many rooms open for the house tour. But on Mother's Day we got to see a lot of the rooms we never saw. And got to ask more questions and take our time a bit more. All around good experience. You want to see as many of the rooms as possible. Pro tip. If you are doing a house and garden tour leave the house thru the front door. This way you don't have to back track the gardens. Out the front door take a right to head along the back of the house and the gardens. Don't miss the greenhouse. The Japanese garden and the really all the gardens are beautiful. It's a nice walk. You can definitely get your steps in. It's a nice afternoon. We spent about 2.5 hours. Could have spent longer. But we were hungry. This was a good experience overall and fun afternoon.

So beautiful. Highlight is the children's garden, fun for all ages! I loved seeing all the frogs…read moreand tadpoles. The lily pads are also so pretty! The glasshouse is also amazing. Definitely better to visit on a cool day than a really hot one. Definitely carve out a few hours to walk around outside as well. We brought a picnic lunch and ate in the gardens, it was beautiful.

I feel so blessed to live in Cleveland! We have the most amazing cultural opportunities. I…read morehaven't been to the botanical graces for years. (Even though my husband and I are Members). ‍ A friend of mine sent me a note that the botanical gardens have free admission in June for a anyone with Rose in their name. Whoohoo. I brought my aunt Rose and godmother for a day out. She just turned 80, what a nice way to get out. Even on a 95 degree day, the gardens were beautiful. Sun, shade and the inside garden with the butterfly release. They also had educational tables set up. I think there are a handful of volunteers that do a wonderful job. Julie checked us in and was very helpful. This is a great place to walk wonderfully curated gardens. There is beauty in every corner. I'm definitely coming back to use my membership and enjoy the beauty here. (Just maybe not on a 95 degree day again). Hahaha.

We had a blast visiting the Northern Ohio Railway Museum! It's one thing to read about trolleys and…read moreelectric railways in a book, but seeing them in person is so much better. My family was fascinated by the old streetcars and learning about how Cleveland's Rapid system started. The museum has a huge collection of restored rail cars and it's a very peaceful, outdoor setting. It's one of the best educational things to do in Medina County. If you're a railfan or just looking for a cool local spot to explore on a Saturday, put this on your list. Affordable, educational, and run by people who truly care about preserving history. Rides are only offered on the second and fourth Staurdays of each month.

Here is a trolley, interurban, streetcar museum in an area one would least expect, in fact many…read morefolks in the area do not even know of its existence. Only open one day a week, the museum has two sets of buildings containing a number of their rolling stock and another group of rolling stock exposed to the elements. I totally enjoyed talking about our experiences visiting other rail museums in the country. In the future, the museum hopes to run a track with a live overhead wire and one can see the work in progress. Each of the housed rolling stock has a placard with all the information a railfan could want. The museum is free and one is given a personal tour with a member.