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Fairport
Harbor Marine Museum & Lighthouse
129 Second Street Fairport Harbor
44077 (440)
354-4825
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This National Historic site consists of a marine museum and lighthouse
tower that is open to the public and provides spectacular views of Lake
Erie. The marine museum houses its’ original 3rd order Fresnel lens, the
Frontenac pilothouse, nautical artifacts, and more. Open 1 to 6 p.m. on
Wed., Sat., Sun. and holidays from May 25, 2013 through Sept 15, 2013. |
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Fairport
Harbor Village Tourism Council
220 Third Street Fairport
Harbor, OH 44077 (440) 352-3620
The best kept secret in Northeast
Ohio! Fairport Harbor, located 30 miles east of Cleveland on the shores
of Lake Erie, is a unique village rich in history and attractions. The
village, approximately one square mile, was settled by Finnish,
Hungarian and Slovenian immigrants. Fairport has two lighthouses, two
museums, the Finnish Monument, and LaSalle and Mormon historical
markers. The Fairport Port Authority offers boat launching facilities
for a nominal fee. If you like to fish, cast your line along the river
or from the harbor pier. Plus, you can reserve a fishing charter to fish
for walleye, steelhead or perch for a half day or a full day. LCVB
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Indian
Museum of Lake County
25 Public Square, Technical
Center - Bldg B Willoughby 44094
(440) 951-3813
Corner of River St. and Center St. Visitors can see prehistoric
items, 10,000 B.C. to 1650 A.D., from this area and Ohio. Indian
crafts,1800-2012, from North America are displayed. Open Monday -
Friday 10-4 and 1-4 on Saturday and Sunday. Closed major holiday
weekends. |
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Kirtland
Temple & Visitors Center
7809 Joseph St., Kirtland 44094 (440)
256-1830
Constructed in the 1830s, this National Historic Landmark was the
first temple built by Joseph Smith and his followers. Distinctive
design features include tiers of elaborately carved pulpits on both
ends of the large meeting rooms. The temple served as the center of
community life for two thousand Latter Day Saints by 1838. Within a
year, all but one hundred were gone. A 12,000 square foot Visitor
Center uses interactive museum exhibits and video to introduce their
story and solve the mystery of their sudden departure. Kirtland
Temple and Visitor Center Hours; May-October: Mon.-Sat. 9-5, Sun.
1-5; November and December, March - April: Wed.-Sat. 10-4, Sun. 1-4,
closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. January and February open weekends
only. Admission $3.00 preservation fee. Tour is free for children
age 2 in arms and younger. |
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Lake County
Agricultural Society - 157th Lake County Fair
1301 Mentor Ave Painesville Twp, OH
44077 (440) 354-3339
The 157th Lake County Fair - August 13th - 18th, 2013 |
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The
Willoughby Area Welcome Center
2 Public Square Willoughby 44094
440-942-1905
The Willoughby Area Welcome Center, located in the historic 1908
Barnes House at 2 Public Square adjacent to the Willoughby City
Hall, provides information about the historic aspects of Willoughby
and the surrounding Lake County areas, as well as maps, current
events, attractions, dining and lodging information and other
services to visitors and locals alike. |
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Museums, parks and
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America Remembers
Memorial
35150 Lakeshore Blvd. Eastlake 44095
(440) 951-1416
An opportunity for everyone to view and touch remnants from the
September 11, 2001 tragedy - steel from New York’s Trade Center, grass
from Shanksville, PA and granite from the Pentagon. |
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Boulevard of 500
Flags
35150 Lake Shore Blvd., Eastlake
44095 (440)
951-1416
Largest permanent
display of American flags in the United States at
Eastlake City Hall. |
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Coulby Mansion
28730 Ridge Road, Wickliffe 44092
(440) 943-7100
On the National Register of Historic Places, this 16-room Victorian
mansion was built in 1913 by shipping magnate Harry Coulby. Now
Wickliffe City Hall. For tours, please call well in advance. |
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Fairport
Lights
Lighthouses are part of the
fabric of America, shedding light on our past while pointing the way to
the future. Fairport Harbor's two lighthouses, bravely standing tall
against the raging waters of Lake Erie, are deeply woven elements of our
national heritage. These radiant monuments testify to the courage and
determination of the keepers of the United States Lighthouse Service and
United States Coast Guard. |
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Finnish Heritage Museum of Fairport Harbor
301 High St. Fairport Harbor
44077 (440) 352-8301
Dedicated to
preserve and perpetuate Finnish heritage and cultural traditions through
displays of special books, documents, records and artifacts. Featuring
specific “displays” the museum is open Wednesdays and Sundays from 1 to
4 from Memorial Day through mid-December and open every Saturday from 9
to 3, all year long. Group tours are available by appointment. |
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Gallery
One
7003 Center St., Mentor 44060 (440) 255-1200.
Voted "2011 Best Art Gallery"
America’s largest art gallery at 18,000 sq. ft. showcasing more than
30,000 original paintings, limited editions, posters, sculptures, books
and figurines. It features the works of internationally known artists
and schedules a full year of personal appearances, lectures and exhibits
for browsers & buyers alike. Also home to the largest Kinkade Signature
Gallery east of the Mississippi. Satellite L.C. Visitor info center. |
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Gibson
Bagpipes
37484 N. Industrial Parkway
Willoughby 44094 (440) 946-7864
North America’s Premier Bagpipe Maker. Gibson Bagpipes was recently
featured on the Travel Channel TV show “Made in America”. Tours by
request and a Celtic gift shop on premises. |
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Herb
Society of America
9019 Kirtland-Chardon Road Kirtland 44094
(440) 256-0514
The national headquarters of The Herb Society of America resides in a
stone farmhouse built in 1841. It is
considered the oldest stone house in the county, built of Ohio sandstone
quarried nearby. There is no admission fee to the house or gardens,
allowing visitors to see beautiful examples of how to landscape with
herbs. The building houses a 3,000-volume library, with Librarians
available for research. Library holdings also include a collection of
rare books dating back to the 17th century. Open Monday-Thursday, 9am to
5pm. Society grounds are available for wedding photography purposes. Cleveland
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Historic
Kirtland Village
7800 Kirtland-Chardon Rd,
Kirtland 44094
(440) 256-9805
A meticulously restored 19th century village showcases the vitality and
spirit of the early American frontier. A part of the religious fervor of
the 1830’s is the story of the early members of The Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints. Attractions include Newel K. Whitney Store
and Home, an Ashery, a working
sawmill, the John Johnson Inn, and a schoolhouse. Also included are the
Isaac Morely Farm, John Johnson Farm. Free tours and parking. Summer
hours: 9am-7pm. Winter 9am-5pm, Open Sunday 11:30am. |
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Holden
Arboretum
9500 Sperry Road, Kirtland 44094
(440) 946-4400
With 3,600 acres of display gardens, horticultural collections and
nature trails, the Holden Arboretum is one of the largest arboretums in
the United States. Home to flora from all over the world, it features
trails for rugged hikes and gentle walks, as well as cross-country
skiing and dog-walking. The facility offers a year-round slate of
activities classes and children’s programs. |
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James
A. Garfield National Historical Site
(Lawnfield)
8095 Mentor Ave., Mentor 44060
(440) 255-8722
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The home of the 20th president, purchased in 1876 and renovated in 1880
and again in 1885-86, features Garfield’s presidential memorial library
and his private study as well as many original furnishings and
memorabilia belonging to the Garfield family. A fireproof vault is a
highlight. A visitor center, built as a carriage house in 1893, features
permanent exhibits illustrating Garfield’s life and career. A video
presentation about the president is shown throughout the day. Guided
45-minute tours are available. Entrance Fee: $5 Adults; Free ages 0-15
Hours: May 1 through October 31: Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm and Sunday
Noon-5pm. November 1-April 30: Saturday-Sunday Noon-5pm. Tour departure
times vary, but last tour of day starts at 4:15pm. |
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Lake
County Captains
 The
Captains are a minor-league baseball franchise and Class A affiliate of
the Cleveland Indians playing home games at Classic Park in Eastlake.
Members of the 16-team Midwest League, the Captains play 70 home games
and 70 road games. The season begins in early April and ends in early
September. In addition to the extremely affordable price of
tickets $10 day of the game, $9.00 advance (adults) every contest is
accompanied by in-game and after-game promotions geared to the family
audience.
For ticket and group
information call (440) 954-WINS
or go to
www.captainsbaseball.com.
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Lake
County Fairgrounds
1301 Mentor Avenue Painesville 44077
440-354-3339
Site of Lake County Fair plus other events. |
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Lake
County History Center
415 Riverside Drive Painesville
44077 (440) 639-2945
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This beautiful 1876 Italianate structure once housed the
County’s neediest citizens but its 18,000 sq. ft. of public space is now
used as the Center of historical research, education, exhibits and
activity in Lake County. Visitors will find, on permanent exhibit,
galleys that reflect the Victorian heritage of the building, the finest
collection of late 1800’s music boxes in N.E. Ohio, and interactive
Native American exhibit of southern Lake Erie, gift shop, community
rooms and more. The center also hosts an annual calendar of special
events. A National Legacy Event, the Lake County Heritage Festival is
celebrated at this site the last weekend of July each year and attracts
thousands of visitors. |
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Lake
County Speedway
Northeast
Ohio’s only NASCAR-sanctioned racetrack!
500 Fairport-Nursery Road, Painesville, Oh 44077
Lake County Speedway is the ultimate destination for stock car racing
fans throughout the region. A Home Track for the NASCAR Whelen
All-American Series, our racecourse is a hotspot of action-packed
entertainment for all ages. racing. Lake County Speedway
has been in continuous operation as an oval track and figure eight track
since the early 1950’s. It is a 1/5 of a mile oval with concrete corners
and asphalt straights. We offer the Sportsman Division, Trophy Stock
Division, Factory Four Division, IMCA Sportmods, and our wild Figure
Eight Division. The racing schedule runs from April to September on
Saturdays. Concession stand and souvenirs available. |
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Lake
Metroparks Lake Farmpark
8800 Euclid Chardon Road, Kirtland 44094
(440)
256-2122 (800) 366-3276
Lake Metroparks Farmpark is a family-oriented science and cultural
center devoted to agriculture, farming and country life. USA Today named
Farmpark “one of 10 great locations to dig up old dirt on farming.”
Visitors can milk dairy cows, learn how cheese is made and meet dozens
of breeds of livestock. On weekends and during special events you may
help make ice cream the old-fashioned way! Horse-or-tractor-drawn wagon
rides are the mode of transportation throughout the park. Explore the
Plant Science Center to see a greenhouse, hydroponic display and the
Great Tomato works exhibit. Visit the Woodland Center to learn the
history of maple sugaring and what it takes to produce maple syrup. The
park also features a reservable pavilion, gift shop and cafe. Admission
applies. Host site of Vintage Ohio and Village Peddler Festival. Call
for schedule of events or visit lakemetroparks.com. |
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Madison
Historical Society
P.O. Box 515, Madison 44057
(440) 417-1959
This
history resource center and library is located at 45B North Lake St.in
Madison Village. Call for hours. |
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Mentor
Lagoons Nature Preserve & Marina
8365 Harbor Drive., Mentor 44060
(440) 205-3625
450-acre award winning recreation area with extensive trail system and
1.5 miles of wild beach.
Water trails, portage
to Lake Erie plus hiking trails. Golf carts available Monday-Friday
8:00am – 4:00pm for seniors and physically challenged. Public
marina with direct lake access. The Cleveland Plain Dealer, Ohio's
largest daily newspaper recognized the Mentor Lagoons Nature Preserve as
the only Lake County destination listed as a
"World Class Place." |
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Mentor
Marsh - Carol H. Sweet Nature Center
5185 Corduroy Rd., Mentor 44060
(440) 257-0777
Mentor Marsh State Nature Center is an interpretive nature preserve and
part of the largest coastal Lake Erie marsh in northeastern Ohio! The
area is a unique combination of marsh, forest and beach habitat and home
to a variety of plants, animals, and birds. In fact, during spring and
fall migration season over 250 species of birds can be found. Trails are
open daily, year-round, dawn to dusk. The Nature Center is open to the
public Saturdays and Sundays noon to 5 p.m. from April through October.
There is no charge, and all are welcome. Contact the Nature Center for
details. |
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Mooreland Conference
Center
7800 Clocktower Drive Kirtland 44094
(440) 953-7306
93-year old former summer home of Cleveland railroad tycoon Edward W.
Moore. Restored to a state-of-the art conference facility. Perfect
setting for weddings with beautiful gardens and unique elegance. |
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Jack Arra’s
Salon and Spa
7537 Fredle Drive, Concord, Ohio
44077 (Route 90 & 44), (440) 375-0055.
A sophisticated day spa and salon located on the 18th hole of the Quail
Hollow Resort. |
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