Cleveland Police Museum | Cleveland Police Historical Society

1300 Ontario St., Ground Fl., Cleveland, OH 44113

Eligibility

No restrictions

Required documents

None

Hours

Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am-2:00pm. Tours are also available by appointment. If the Cleveland Municipal School District is closed due to inclement weather, the Museum will be closed as well. Closed from December 24th until January 4th for the holidays.

(216) 623-5145

Fax

(216) 623-5055

Voice

https://www.clevelandpolicemuseum.org

[email protected]

Application process

Phone for information or walk-in Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am-2:00pm. Visit website for more information or to make an appointment for a tour.

Fees

All programs are Free. There is an annual membership option available for the Society; members receive a 10% discount at gift shop, as well as a newsletter.

Service area

United States

Description

Provides a collection of historical documents and artifacts which document the history of the Cleveland Police Dept. from 1866-present. Among the records available in the archives are annual reports, directories, manuals, police blotters, scrapbooks and over 12,000 photographs. Customized group tours may be arranged.

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What's Here

History Museums Historical Societies

Providing organization

Cleveland Police Historical Society

Provides a museum which preserves the history of the Cleveland Police Dept. and promotes a better understanding of the role of law enforcement within the community. Offers community outreach educational programs. Also has a gift shop with police-related items.