Museums for Cleveland Families

Northeast Ohio is packed with museums. Think hands-on science hubs, quiet art galleries, and quirky pop-culture stops...

This guide rounds up the major spots within about 25 miles of Downtown Cleveland, with callouts for 🆓 free admission and 🎟️ Museums for All discounts for families receiving SNAP benefits.

Whether it’s a rainy-day adventure, a STEM field trip, or an easy family afternoon, you’ll find plenty of options for every age and budget.

🆓 Free admission

🎟️Museums for All eligible

🎨 Art & Design

Cleveland Museum of Art 🆓

World-class art collections and rotating exhibitions.

Best For: All ages; especially teens and adults who love art.

📍 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106

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Dittrick Museum of Medical History 🆓

Historical medical instruments and stories of medical innovation.

Best For: Teens and adults fascinated by science, medicine, and history.

📍 11000 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

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moCa Cleveland 🆓*
(Museum of Contemporary Art)

Bold, ever-changing exhibits and interactive installations.

Best For: Teens and adults interested in contemporary or experimental art.

📍 11400 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106

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*Free only for Ohio residents & children under 18

🔬 STEM & Discovery

Cleveland Museum of Natural History 🎟️

Dinosaurs, live animals, immersive science exhibits, and planetarium.

Best For: Families; kids (5–18); teens and adults who love science and nature.

📍 1 Wade Oval Dr, Cleveland, OH 44106

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🆓 Saturdays and Sundays are free for residents of Cleveland, East Cleveland, Brooklyn, Euclid, Garfield Heights, Maple Heights, and Warrensville Heights.

Cleveland Botanical Garden 🎟️

Glasshouse and themed outdoor gardens with family programs.

Best For: All ages; nature lovers and photographers.

📍 11030 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106

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Children’s Museum of Cleveland 🎟️

Hands-on, play-based STEAM exploration in themed galleries.

Best For: Ages 0–8 and their caregivers.

📍3813 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

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Great Lakes Science Center 🎟️

Hands-on STEM exhibits, NASA Glenn Visitor Center, and IMAX-style theater.

Best For: Families, school-age kids, and science/tech enthusiasts.

📍 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

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International Women’s Air & Space Museum 🆓

Inspiring exhibits on women pioneers in aviation and space exploration.

Best For: All ages; aviation buffs; anyone curious about women’s history in flight and space.

📍 1501 N Marginal Rd, Cleveland, OH 44114

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🎸 Pop Culture & Specialty

Buckland Museum of Witchcraft & Magick

Rare artifacts and occult history.

Best For: Teens and adults intrigued by folklore, witchcraft, and magical traditions.

📍 2155 Broadview Rd, Cleveland, OH 44109

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House from A Christmas Story

Step inside the famous movie set and museum.

Best For: All ages; fans of the classic holiday movie.

📍 3159 W 11th St, Cleveland, OH 44109

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Museum of Illusions Cleveland

Mind-bending visual experiences and photo ops.

Best For: Kids 8+, teens, and anyone who loves interactive optical illusions.

📍 186 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 🎟️

Iconic music history, interactive exhibits, and legendary memorabilia.

Best For: Teens and adults, music lovers, and pop culture enthusiasts.

📍 1100 E 9th St, Cleveland, OH 44114

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🆓 Free for residents of Cleveland.

🏛️ History & Heritage

Cleveland History Center 🎟️

Regional history, Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum, and historic homes.

Best For: All ages; history buffs; car and aviation enthusiasts.

📍10825 East Blvd, Cleveland, OH 44106

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Cleveland Hungarian Heritage Museum 🆓

Folk art, costumes, and heritage of Hungarian Americans.

Best For: Adults, families, and anyone interested in ethnic and immigrant history.

📍1301 E 9th St # 2, Cleveland, OH 44114

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Dunham Tavern Museum 🆓

Step back to 19th-century Cleveland in the city’s oldest building.

Best For: Teens and adults who enjoy early American history and architecture.

📍 6709 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103

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Italian American Museum of Cleveland 🆓

Stories and history of Italian immigrants in Northeast Ohio.

Best For: All ages; especially those interested in Italian heritage.

📍 12111 Mayfield Rd, Cleveland, OH 44106

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Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage 🎟️

Powerful exhibits on Jewish life, heritage, and human rights.

Best For: Teens and adults interested in Jewish culture and Holocaust education.

📍 2929 Richmond Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122

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Ukrainian Museum-Archives 🆓

Archival materials and cultural artifacts.

Best For: Teens and adults seeking insight into Ukrainian culture and history.

📍 1202 Kenilworth Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113

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