Most People Have No Idea This Charming Village Is Hiding Just Outside Of Cleveland
By Nikki Rhoades|Published April 10, 2018
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Nikki Rhoades
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Nikki is a lifelong Ohioan with a love for literature. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Akron and has enjoyed publishing her written work since 2007. She has a love of travel and does so frequently, though she believes that home is where the heart is — she continues to work in and around Cleveland as a digital content specialist to this day, working on everything from commercial scripts and social media posts to grassroots marketing initiatives.
There is never a bad time to celebrate local history! There are so many enchanting locations throughout Greater Cleveland that offer a glimpse back in time, but few are as hands-on as the fantastic historic village hiding in plain sight in a bustling suburb. Unlike many local historic sites, this one is not seemingly frozen in time. Here, you will explore a number of lifestyles from the city’s rustic roots to its fascinating Victorian era.
Welcome to the Strongsville Historical Society and Village.
This charming village is hidden right beside Strongsville City Commons, the park that is famous for hosting the annual Winter Wonderland holiday lights display.
At this tiny village, you can discover just how quaint life in this modern city once was.
Though Strongsville is known today as a bustling economic hub featuring the likes of SouthPark Mall, this village will offer you a glimpse into its humble beginnings. Each building displays remarkable artifacts that hail from all around Northeast Ohio.
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It documents history that many Ohioans can relate to.
This petite log cabin was actually built in Holmes County circa 1840 and reconstructed at its current site in 1976. It was a fairly accurate portrayal of what Strongsville had once looked like when its first settlement popped up between 1816 and the mid-1820s. And that's not the only artifact that hails from outside of Strongsville - you'll uncover a history that may even intertwine with your own.
This building, once known as Miss Gilbert’s Academy, once provided high school education to young women in the Strongsville area. Today, it is a museum that displays local artifacts. Some even predate this founding of the school (in 1842) by two decades!
Tours are offered for $5 per adult, $4 per senior, and $2 for children between 6 and 12 years of age. This historic tour will entrance visitors of all ages.
The historical society also hosts frequent public events that make the village blossom.
This awesome village is hidden in plain sight, but it truly hides a wondrous web of stories that demonstrate how the celebration of community should always traverse city borders. Have you discovered this cool historical gem yet? Share your experience and favorite features in the comments below!
