Lorain Attractions. Lorain Tourism and kids attractions

The Steamship William G. Mather Museum: a perfectly preserved piece of Cleveland history
Return to the glory days of steamships with a visit to an actual 618-foot-long steamship, the retired William G. Mather. The Steamship William G. Mather Museum is located on a permanently docked cargo ship -- one of the most powerful and cutting-edge cargo boats of its day!

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The Cleveland Museum of Natural History: Lucy, dinosaurs and magic!

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History: Lucy, dinosaurs and magic!
There are few places as magical as The Cleveland Museum of Natural History. With a variety of exhibits that combine fun and learning, the museum is a true jewel in the heart of Cleveland.

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John Christ Winery: a place for tasteful tasting

John Christ Winery: a place for tasteful tasting
John Christ (pronounced “kreest”) Winery on Walker Road in Avon Lake opened its doors in 1946 and has been impressing guests ever since. With more than a dozen varieties that are produced on the premises, the winery is a much-loved place for for socializing and relaxing on a quiet evening or weekend.

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The Children's Museum of Cleveland: Where learning and fun meet

The Children's Museum of Cleveland: Where learning and fun meet
Kids seem to have an endless supply of energy. Put it to use at The Children's Museum of Cleveland.

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Playhouse Square Center brings Broadway to Cleveland

Playhouse Square Center brings Broadway to Cleveland
One of Cleveland’s most renowned treasures is Playhouse Square Center — complexes of theaters that provide great places for plays and music.

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The Cleveland Old Arcade: shopping mall with rich history

The Cleveland Old Arcade: shopping mall with rich history
The Cleveland Old Arcade is one of the city's oldest, most historically rich commercial centers. With its extravagant architecture and Old World feel, it is unlike any other shopping facility in the Cleveland area.

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Inland Seas Maritime Museum shines light on lake's rich history

Inland Seas Maritime Museum shines light on lake's rich history
The Inland Seas Maritime Museum in Vermilion is one of Northeast Ohio’s premier maritime attractions, with ship models, antique documents, artifacts and artwork depicting the rich history of our Great Lake.

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Preston's HOPE: a playground that provides fun for all

Preston's HOPE: a playground that provides fun for all
Kids of all ages and abilities are welcome at Preston’s HOPE playground. The only requirement to play here is the desire to have a whole lot of good, clean fun!

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Malley's Chocolates: a fantasy for chocolate lovers

Malley's Chocolates: a fantasy for chocolate lovers
A Cleveland icon since 1935, Malley’s provides its hungry customers with thousands of varieties of chocolate confections each year. From bunnies at Easter to tool sets for Fathers Day, the company can make nearly anything out of solid chocolate.

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USS Cod Submarine Memorial: a different way to experience maritime history

USS Cod Submarine Memorial: a different way to experience maritime history
It isn’t often that we see textbook history brought to life. At the USS Cod Submarine Memorial in Cleveland, though, the past is as real as the present.

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