The Cleveland Museum of Natural History brings various aspects of the world's natural history to life in its signature dinosaur exhibits and other equally compelling presentations. Not only will the kids love discovering some of nature's most dramatic aspects, but mom and dad will enjoy watching the kids get excited about learning, too! There are various traveling and permanent exhibits as well as a popular planetarium and stunning observatory.
The Cleveland Asian Festival celebrates the sights, sounds, tastes and traditions of the Asian culture in a variety of very memorable ways. In addition to an incredible array of Asian cuisine, the festival features an impressive cast of local and national performing artists as well as a children's activities area, games, competitions and a health pavilion with free screenings and health education. This event is scheduled every May and is free to the public.
Climb aboard one of the country's most significant pieces of history when you visit the USS Cod Memorial. This is a World War II era GATO class fleet submarine that allows visitors to explore history from a truly deeper perspective. The USS Cod is listed as a National Historic Landmark and is docked in Cleveland. Visitors not only have the opportunity to tour this historically significant vessel, but also can learn more about it through a handful of interesting exhibits as well as the various materials that are available in the souvenir and gift shop.
One of Cleveland's favorite places to take a brisk walk while enjoying some visually captivating natural amenities is the Garfield Nature Center. The center is located on Mill Creek Lane, off the Broadway Avenue entrance of Garfield Park Reservation in Garfield Heights.