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A Little Italy museum focused on the heritage, history, identity, and traditions of Cleveland's Italian American community.
12111 Mayfield Road, Cleveland, OH 44106 · Cleveland, OH
Located in Cleveland's Little Italy neighborhood, this museum presents the history and traditions of the city's Italian American community. It was founded by two veteran Cleveland judges on Columbus Day 2020 and took the place of an earlier museum that had closed in 2007. The museum is sponsored by the Italian Sons and Daughters of America and works with the Western Reserve Historical Society. Visitors can browse exhibits, join events and lectures, take school tours, and book guided Little Italy walks.
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