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Western Reserve Historical Society

In 1867, the Western Reserve Historical Society was founded to preserve and present the history of all of the people of northeast Ohio. Today, it is the largest privately supported regional historical society in the nation. The reason we're called the Western Reserve Historical Society instead of the Cleveland or Northeast Ohio Historical Society has to do with how the area was settled. When the original colonies of the United States were formed, most of the western borders were left blank,…

  • Managed by: Smithsonian Institution Affiliations Program
  • Coordinates: 41.5133, -81.6103

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Frequently asked questions

Is Western Reserve Historical Society reservable?

Western Reserve Historical Society is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Western Reserve Historical Society?

See the map for Western Reserve Historical Society's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Western Reserve Historical Society?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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