Arts and Culture

Architecture and Buildings (16) Films and Filmmakers (11) Art, Museums, and Galleries (36) Music (14) Books and Literature (12) Theater (10) Fashion (4)

City Club of Cleveland

The City Club of Cleveland is the oldest continuous free speech forum in the United States. Formed in 1912 to promote the exchange of ideas and civic thought, the City Club is open to all, regardless of race, religion, or creed. It is best known for its Friday Forums, a weekly hour-long presentation by some of the world's most prominent politicians, artists, journalists, scientists, and educators.

Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland is blessed with a wealth of venerable cultural institutions. One of the most prestigious is the Cleveland Museum of Art, established in 1913. It is one of the United States’ most important art museums and the only major museum in the country to still offer free admission to its permanent collection.

Cleveland Orchestra

Often called the "best in the world," the Cleveland Orchestra delights residents and visitors alike with its elegant and complex sound as well as its diverse repetoire.

Playhouse Square

Playhouse Square is Cleveland's theater district. Home to the opulent, restored State, Ohio, Palace, and Allen Theaters, Playhouse Square is second only to Broadway in number of productions.

The Cleveland Playhouse

The Cleveland Playhouse is America's oldest regional theater company and its oldest regional theatre. They offer a regular schedule of dramas, comedies, and musicals, many of which are world premieres.