The Chagrin Falls Historical Society Museum displays both current, themed exhibits that change periodically, and permanent exhibits of life, industry, and society in Chagrin Falls.
Current Exhibits in the Gallery
Places, Events, & Celebrations: What We Wore
March 10 through July 11, 2023
The Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum’s new exhibit “Places, Events, and
Celebrations: What We Wore” opens Friday, March 10th and will be on display through July 11, 2023. There will be an Opening Reception on Friday, March 10th from 5-7pm at the Chagrin Falls Historical Society &
Museum, 87 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls. Historical Society members are invited to come to the reception starting at 4:30pm. This exhibit is proudly sponsored by Cuffs.
Visitors will learn and experience moments and places in Chagrin history and what the people of Chagrin were wearing. This exhibit uniquely combines many elements of our collections including photographs,
textiles, and objects. Admission to the museum is free but donations are appreciated.
Permanent Exhibits
Our permanent exhibits include displays of local industries, and contributions of our residents in both war and peace.
Past Exhibits:
2022
The Joy of Toys (November 2022 through January 2023)
Finishing Touches: The Story of Wardrobe Accessories (March through October 2022)
2021
History of Chagrin Falls Park (January 30, 2021 through 2022)
Unveiling the Unseen: Chagrin’s Hidden Attic on Display (October 2021 through January 2022)
Oil Paintings by Charles Deihl & his students (May 1 through Saturday, August 28, 2021)
Cozy & Comfortable: Quilts, Coverlets, and Bedspreads (January 2021 through April 2021)
2020
Welcome Christmas! An Outdoor Exhibit Experience (November 27 through December 26, 2020)
Political Campaign Memorabilia: from first to last and everything in between (September 5 through November 7, 2020)
Innovations: Change for the Better (February 27 through August 31, 2020)
2019
Under the Tree: A Celebration of Gifts for Children (November 29, 2019 through January 25, 2020)
Through Their Eyes: Chagrin Valley Veterans (May 23 through November 11, 2019)
Whirligigs, Whammy Doodles, and other Folk Art (March 12 through April 29, 2019)
2018
CHAGRIN FALLS: OPEN FOR BUSINESS! A retrospective exhibit on Chagrin Falls businesses (September 27, 2018 through February 28, 2019)