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Chagrin Falls Historical Society presents: SPIRITS ALIVE! At Evergreen Hill Cemetery Join us for our sixth annual Spirits Alive! Evergreen Hill Cemetery tour. You will be guided to seven graves and meet with spirits in the cemetery who will tell you their story. While this is an annual event, the spirits who come out to talk to you are different each year. This year you will hear stories from well-known Chagrin residents: Henry Church Jr., Jane Church, a supporter and … Read More

Support your local history museum and win amazing prizes from our Gift Basket Raffle! This gift basket raffle is part of our Meet Me At the Fair! Gala on Saturday, August 19, 2023. We wanted to give our guests the opportunity to see the baskets before the event and also allow others who can’t make it to the event to buy raffle tickets! Tickets are sold in groups of six for $20. If you do not want to buy online and … Read More

Join the Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum on Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 5:30-8pm for Meet Me at the Fair! This fundraiser will take place in the backyard of the Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum-87 East Washington Street, Chagrin Falls. Parking will only be available behind the museum at the Intermediate School. This family-friendly event will feature a live band, carnival themed games, gift basket raffle, balloon twister extraordinaire Mark from Ultimate Party Entertainment making fabulous creations from … Read More

The Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum is excited to share details about the upcoming building of the Barriball Barn! The Barriball Barn will house our 1957 Chevy police car replica and original 1949 Chagrin Falls firetruck. The space will include exhibit and educational areas to further display the history of Chagrin, including the Chagrin Falls Police Department and Chagrin Valley Fire Department history. There will also be storage for museum collections, in a HVAC controlled and secured environment. Attached … Read More

Please join the Historical Society along with Evergreen Wreaths; Chagrin Falls American Legion Post 383; Chagrin Falls VFW Post 12067; and the Village of Chagrin Falls in honoring our veterans who are buried at Evergreen Hill Cemetery. By donating to the flag holder fund, you are helping us purchase over 500 bronze flag holders which will be placed at each veterans’ grave in the cemetery. Donations can be sent to the Village of Chagrin Falls.

Chagrin Falls July 4th Community Celebration! The Chagrin Falls Historical Society and Museum presents the Chagrin Falls Community July 4th Celebration! In partnership with Safe Routes Chagrin and the D.A.R. please join us beginning at 8:30am for a fun and family friendly day of events in Triangle Park! During the events in Triangle Park, make sure to stop by the tables from our community partners: The Molly Chittenden Chapter of the D.A.R and Wreaths Across America! Schedule of Events for … Read More

The Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum’s summer tours have returned! The Guided Walking Tour will take participants around the Downtown or West Side Historic Districts where they will be told the story of many historic structures. These tours will be every Saturday in June through September. Tickets are $5 for members of the Historical Society, and $10 for non-members; payments can be made online here or with cash the day of the tour. Tour goers meet their tour guide at the Bandstand … Read More

The yard at 95 E. Washington Street could be yours during the 2024 Blossom Time Parade! Take a chance to win this awesome opportunity and support your local historical society at the same time! One lucky winner will get: A front row seat to the parade (95 E. Washington St.) Private tent in the front yard provided by Historical Society. Access to a private home for exclusive food & drink. Personal butler (you never have to leave your tent!). Invite … Read More

Maggie is the newest addition to the Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum team. With a love of all things history, museums, and education, Maggie has been actively working and volunteering in Ohio museums, including Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, The Rutherford B. Hayes Presidential Library & Museums, and Hale Farm & Village, since she was 18 years old. Maggie earned her Bachelor of Arts in History with a minor in Public History in 2016 from Heidelberg University in Tiffin, … Read More

Thank you for your interest in the Home Tour! On Saturday, June 3rd tickets for the tour are $30 each. In order to purchase, you must go to the Chagrin Falls Historical Society at 87 E. Washington Street starting at 9am. We accept cash, credit card, and check.  The Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum is proud to present the Historic Chagrin Falls Home and Garden Tour on Saturday, June 3, 2023 from 10am-5pm. Our Gold Sponsor for the tour … Read More

Join us for Safety First! With the Chagrin Valley Fire & Chagrin Falls Police departments on Saturday, April 1, 2023 from 11am-2pm at the Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum. Parking will only be available at the Chagrin Falls Intermediate School. The event is sponsored by Harris Realty Co.. This open house style, family friendly event is a great opportunity to learn about fire prevention, internet safety, and more for your family. Visitors will also get a chance to see … Read More

The Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum’s new exhibit “Places, Events, andCelebrations: What We Wore” opens Friday, March 10th and will be on display through July 11th. There will be an Opening Reception on Friday, March 10th from 5-7pm. Members are invited to come to the reception starting at 4:30pm. Light refreshments will be provided, an RSVP is greatly appreciated 440.247.4695 or [email protected]. This exhibit is proudly sponsored by Cuffs. Visitors will learn and experience moments and places in Chagrin … Read More

Join us at the Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum for “In Their Footsteps” a presentation by Geauga County resident Sandra Milton. Sandra will talk about her journey tracing her ancestors and eventually visiting the home in North Carolina where they were enslaved. Sandra will share photos and go through the steps she took to research her genealogy. An RSVP is appreciated, light refreshments will be provided. In Their Footsteps with Sandra MiltonSunday, April 23, 2023 at 2pmFree AdmissionChagrin Falls … Read More

Update- As of 3/30/2023 we are no longer accepting applicants. Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum Seeks a Museum Assistant Description of General DutiesThe Chagrin Falls Historical Society & Museum seeks a full-time Museum Assistant to provide administrative support, marketing, and customer service to maintain daily museum operations. The Museum Assistant reports to the Executive Director. Work week is 35-40 hours Tuesday through Saturday. Hours may vary depending on deadlines and time-sensitive tasks, including some weekends and evenings to meet … Read More

Chagrin Falls Historical Society presents: Houses on the Move! Did you know that over 40 houses and buildings have been moved around Chagrin Falls? Many of the wonderful homes in the Chagrin Falls area that you see today did not start in their current locations. Join us on Wednesday, February 22 at 6pm for a presentation “Houses on the Move!” by Historical Society volunteer Scott Hageman and learn about these moves. You will get to see some before, during, and … Read More