Free Museums in Lorain

"The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is sure to please not only the children in your family but all the adults too. The museum offers several engaging educational activities for children of all ages and you should be sure to visit their website ahead of your visit to find out what to expect and how to get the most out of your visit. Besides a wealth of interesting exhibits which you can tour at your own pace, the museum offers a regular series of special immersive programs for toddles, pre-schoolers and older children."

"The Cleveland Museum of Natural History, founded in 1920, spans roughly 550 acres. It boasts a collection of over 4 million specimens."

"In 1891, the Cleveland Spiders of the National League began play at a ballpark at the corner of Lexington Avenue and East 66th Street, situated at the end of a trolley line. For the next half-century, League Park would be home to luminaries of sport, from baseball to football to boxing. The building that originally housed the Indians team and ticket office is now a museum, open Saturdays year-round with expanded hours in the summer (during baseball season, of course)."

"Rocky River Reservation stretches along the banks of the river of the same name, located within the Cleveland metro area and the suburbs of Brook Park, Fairview Park, Lakewood, Berea, North Olmsted, and Olmsted Township. The river is a top destination for steelhead anglers, noted as one of the United States' top 50 fishing areas. Visitors can spot native wildlife such as white-tailed deer and migratory bird species or learn about the region's ecosystems at the Rocky River Nature Center."

"Brookside Reservation is one of the newest additions to the Cleveland Metroparks system, acquired by the city in 1993, though its history dates back to its purchase in 1894 for the development of a neighborhood park and recreation center. The park remains a major recreation hub today, spanning more than 132 acres and offering attractions such as baseball, soccer, and football fields. Diverse urban wildlife calls the park home, some of which is visible from the Brookside Overlook, which provides a bird's-eye view of the Big Creek and Cuyahoga River areas."

"Combining a love of donuts, beer and Cleveland, Brewnuts is a quirky donut bar featuring local beer, coffee and beer-infused donuts. In addition to the delicious menu of donuts and local brews, the hip and inviting atmosphere boasting whimsical wallpaper, a custom pink neon sign that reads “Donut Mess With Cleveland” and even a jukebox, makes this unique shop the perfect place to hang with friends and to capture some awesome photos for Instagram!. My go-to donut flavor is Strawberry Sprinkle, which is made with Samuel Smith Strawberry Organic Ale topped a strawberry cream icing."

"The cool thing about Brewnuts, is that they actually sell not only donuts but beer as well!. I mean, how cool of a concept is that?. And if this wasn’t cool enough, Brewnuts offers coffee too. Which isn’t anything crazy in of itself but wait until you hear where it’s from!"

"I’ve read great reviews for Doughnut Pantry for a long time but had never visited until this trip. Doughnut Pantry is not a large shop. They don’t have a huge selection of donuts in their cases."

"Washington Reservation is a 59-acre reservation in Cleveland's Newburgh Heights area, owned and overseen by Cleveland Metroparks. The park is home to the Washington Park Environmental Studies Academy, which is used by Cleveland Municipal School District. Major attractions include the USS Maine and American Legion Memorial, which showcases a relic of the battleship and honors the contributions of American armed forces."

"Rockefeller Park is a Cleveland city park named in honor of famed oil entrepreneur John D. Rockefeller, Sr., maintained as part of the Cleveland Public Parks District. The park, which is located adjacent to Wade Park, is the largest public park within Cleveland's city limits and begins a chain of parklands that connects the city's heights district and lakefront area. Two areas within the park are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including the park's Cultural Gardens, which honor the city's diverse ethnic groups."

"Within Cleveland's historical Cultural Gardens (which are also free to roam), you can find Rockefeller Park and Greenhouse. It's a beautiful indoor garden that is perfect to escape to in the colder months (especially when you miss seeing the beauty of plants). RELATED: 10 Most Beautiful Springs In America"

"Created by students and scholars at Cleveland State University as a “peace garden,” the Cleveland Cultural Gardens are a living monument to the rich history of twentieth-century America. The gardens, of which there are 29, are designed to reveal the stories of the major conflicts that gave shape to the century, including important events such as World War I, World War II, and the Cold War. The gardens also provide insight into the social, economic, political, and cultural upheavals that influenced the nation during the last century."

"If time allows, escape the busyness of downtown with a visit to the Cleveland Cultural Gardens in Rockefeller Park just outside the city. The lush grounds host more than 30 gardens, all designed and cultivated by distinct cultural or nationality groups, representing the diversity and multiculturalism of the city. The gardens are often driven through rather than explored by foot and admission is free!"

"The Cleveland Cultural Gardens are a must-see if you’re in Ohio for the weekend. They were made by Cleveland State University alumni who designed it to be what they refer to as a “peace garden”. It’s one of the fun things to do in Cleveland and is packed with 29 different gardens, providing activities that serve as a homage to American history."