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Cleveland Museum of Natural History

1 Wade Oval Dr., University Circle, Cleveland, OH 44106
216 231 4600
Ranked #18 of 73 attractions in Cleveland
4.5 of 5 stars 63 Reviews
Type: Natural History Museums
Activities: Arts and crafts
Owner description: This innovative museum carries out its mission to "help people discover and explore the natural world" through a series of displays involving... more » Owner description: This innovative museum carries out its mission to "help people discover and explore the natural world" through a series of displays involving everything from dinosaur bones to astrological equipment plus "Lucy," one of the oldest skeletons of humanity's earliest ancestors. « less
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Massillon, Ohio
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2012 NEW
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This was my first museum experience in my life, and I'm 23. I thought this place would be really boring, and I didn't want to go, but my boyfriend insisted. It was suprisingly pretty cool to me. They have the dinosaurs exhibit, an outdoor animal exhibit, a lot of human history, gems, an Ohio section, and the space and planets... More

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Cleveland, Ohio, United States
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW

Very well thought out, fun, great for all ages. Can eaily kill a rainy afternoon there! Not too expensive.

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Illinois
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This museum is just my size- great for an afternoon stroll around. The outdoor areas were my favorite, with native species exhibited in as natural environment as possible. The live animal display was great - the docent was well versed and gave an enjoyable presentation about the great horned owl, the possum and a snake. Check out the cafe while... More

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Columbus
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW
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We'd already done the art museum, but it was 90 and who wanted to be outside? Went with 6 & 8 year olds on a hot day and had a great time. The Mythic Creature temporary exhibit is absolutely 100% awesome. Kids always love stuffed dead animal dioramas and there are plenty of those here. Neat gem & mineral area,... More

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Lakewood, Ohio
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This museum features a variety of rooms and lots to see. I love visiting the outdoor animal walk in the summer that features raccoons, deer and several hawks and other birds. The dinosaur room is one of my favorites that feature a t rex and mammoths. A great place for kids and adults alike! Lots to learn and enjoy.

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Cleveland
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW
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person found this review helpful

I've been coming to this museum since I was a kid; now I'm able to bring my own children and we always have fun. The dinosaurs are fantastic, but there's much more here. My children's favorite section is the jewels and, of course, the Discovery Center on the bottom floor which is essentially a play area for younger kids but... More

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Elyria
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

My husband and I visited this museum last fall and we were kind of disappointed to be honest. We thought there would be a lot more to see and do but it was kind of small and had a lot of kid based stuff yet it wasn't very hands on. I was not impressed with this museum one bit.

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Ohio
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32 reviews 32 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Great place to take the kids on a rainy day! We always like to go at least once a year.

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Norwalk, Ohio
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30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is one of the best places for children of all ages to explore. Soooo much to learn!! So much to enjoy! This is one of Cleveland's BEST places to go, always. Marvelous programs, classes, exhibits.

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Highland Heights, Ohio
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49 reviews 49 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

It's a very good museum with the exhibits they show. Very well put-together. I love the dinosaurs!

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