Cleveland Museum of Art
(216) 421-7350
11150 East Blvd
(at Bellflower Road)
Cleveland,
OH
44106
41.5081
-81.6108
Neighborhood: University
Hours:
Tue, Thu, Sat-Sun 10am-5pm
Wed, Fri 10am-9pm
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Founded in 1916 "for the benefit of all the people forever," the Cleveland Museum of Art houses one of the finest collections in North America, boasting more than 30,000 works encompassing 5,000 years. Natural lighting streams in to further enhance the great works, from ancient Egyptian pieces to contemporary art. The museum itself is an architectural crown jewel overlooking a Grecian-style courtyard and has been praised by critics worldwide for its originality and creativity. All this, plus concerts, lectures, classes and a great film series.
The Collection
The museum's medieval gallery provides ample thrills, showcasing arms and armor, brass tombs and artifacts from the age of King Arthur. Or linger in the Italian Renaissance gallery, surrounded by bold oil paintings and murals depicting the holy family and many a martyred saint.
User Reviews
rno926
July 24, 2005
it really is an absolute hidden treasure in the midwest. the collection is one of the best and the exhibits are world class. for 2 days of adventure, take time to visit the natural history museum located in the same oval, great fun for the kids!
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emergencyken
July 25, 2003
wow- a free museum-adn a great one at that-you can't beat it!!!!! It's a wonderful, clean and big museum. take at least a full day-if not two to appreciate all that they have to offer. Take a picnic lunch and sit out in the beautiful gardens!
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The Details on Cleveland Museum of Art
The Extras:
The museum's Still Lifes Cafe features open-microphone poetry readings (Fridays, 6pm-8:30pm); donations accepted.
Smoking Permitted:
No
