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Cleveland Hungarian Museum

The goals and mission of the Museum: to present Hungarian culture and traditions in Northeastern Ohio and preserve it for future generations.

Open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 11-3
Other times by appointment - please contact us. Located on the lower level of the Galleria at Erieview
Downtown, Cleveland, Ohio

05/08/2026

ATTENTION! Lecture Saturday May 9th -
There will be special event parking of $20 in the Galleria because the Cavs are playing game 3 in the playoffs at home - GO CAVS!!
You may wish to use alternate parking on the street or other lots.
ENTRANCE into the Galleria will be open on East 12th Street and on St. Clair Avenue. The East 9th Street entrance remains closed.
HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE for a most interesting lecture with James Pavlish.

05/02/2026

JOIN US in the Museum on MAY 9th at 2 pm for a fascinating program that will reveal most interesting observations about Cleveland’s history and life in its Hungarian community in the 1920s and 30s – from a most unusual source!
James Pavlish, retired John Carroll University adjunct professor, will present “Letters across the Atlantic” and share the story of the correspondence between Cleveland’s Western Reserve University professor and writer Joseph Reményi and Hungarian poet, writer, and journalist Dezső Kosztolányi and the untold stories they reveal of the early Hungarian-American community in Cleveland.
Stay after the program to talk to Mr. Pavlish and enjoy refreshments and the company of other attendees.
Open to the public - all are welcome.
Suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for students.
The Museum will be open from 1-4 pm. We invite you to visit our exhibits, library and gift shop and browse our Current Exhibit featuring the artistry of László Csomortáni Gál, Hungarian artist from Erdély, Transylvania.
$7 parking is available in the Galleria underground garage, a credit-card only facility.
You can find more information at clevelandhungarianmuseum.org or in our newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/403cdd0b22b6/may-2026-lecture

04/17/2026

ATTENTION all visitors to the Museum:
The main entrance into the Galleria on East 9th street is TEMPORARILY closed. During this time, to visit the Museum in the Galleria, please use the East 12th Street entrance (pictured below).
If you park in the Galleria's underground garage which is off of Lakeside Avenue, you can use the elevator in the garage to go to the street level where the Museum is located.
THIS IS TEMPORARY until the main entrance is reopened.

02/26/2026

Saturday, March 7th - LECTURE and EXHIBIT OPENING IN THE MUSEUM – at 2 pm.
LECTURE: The new Exhibit, “The Artistry and Spiritual Imagery of László Csomortáni Gál,” opens with a presentation by Mr. Loránd Csibi. Mr. Csibi will share insights into the artist’s works, his unique approach to art and symbolism, and his life, which is fiercely based in his Erdély (Transylvanian) roots.
Mr. Csibi will be joined in the Museum by the artist, László Csomortáni Gál, via zoom, from Erdély, Transylvania – a remarkable opportunity to meet the artist in his home environment, the source of his artistic inspiration.
NEW EXHIBIT: Come and see a collection of the works of László Csomortáni Gál - become immersed in his creative realm, one with ancient magic, symbolism and spirituality. Each work harkens back to old Hungarian beliefs, both Pagan and Christian, as described by the title of each artwork using archaic words from folk and sacred songs and incantations.
Open to the Public. Everyone is welcome.
The Museum and Gift Shop will be open on this Saturday from 1 - 4. You do not have to attend the lecture to look around the Museum and visit our Library.
The Museum is located in the lower level in the Galleria in downtown Cleveland at E. 9th and St. Clair. Parking is available in the Galleria's underground garage.
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02/10/2026

If you LOVE the old BUCKEYE ROAD Neighborhood, or LOVE the HISTORY of CLEVELAND – you’ll LOVE the program in the Museum on February 14th, Valentine’s Day!
Tom Kaschalk, author of "Cleveland's Neighborhood Taverns: A Pub Crawl Through History” LOVES Cleveland, and knows a lot of fascinating and little-known stories about the city's past!
He’ll take the audience back in time to the Buckeye Road and surrounding Hungarian neighborhoods, to its taverns and pubs.
The numbers of taverns and their importance in Cleveland's history is astounding! He’ll talk about the dozens of taverns and pubs and restaurants that lined Buckeye Road and the neighboring area, including the Gypsy Cellar, Settlers Tavern, Mike Boros Café and many more. And he’ll share the remarkable stories of the people who founded and frequented these all-important neighborhood gathering places.
If you have memories or stories you’ve heard from parents or family about the ‘good old days’ of Cleveland’s neighborhoods, the old Buckey Road or any of the city’s famed ethnic areas – you won’t want to miss this!
Stay after the program to talk to Mr. Kaschalk and enjoy refreshments and the company of other attendees.
Open to the public - all are welcome.
Suggested donation: $10 for adults, $5 for students.
The Museum will be open from 1-4 pm. We invite you to browse our Current Exhibit Celebrating our 40th Anniversary, and visit our gift shop and library.
$7 parking is available in the Galleria underground garage, a credit-card only facility.

01/16/2026

MUSEUM CLOSED FRIDAY JANUARY 16th.
Because of the severe weather forecast for our area, out of an abundance of caution and concern for our volunteers and visitors, the Museum will be closed. We will be open during our regular hours next week, weather permitting.
It is winter in Greater Cleveland! PLEASE CALL US at 216-523-3900 after 11 o'clock and get confirmation that we will be open when you arrive.
Visiting the Museum may be just the quick winter getaway you need as you immerse yourself in Hungarian culture. Our wonderful volunteers are happy to guide you and answer your questions.
And we have an underground heated garage so you can stay safe and warm, door to door. Just heed the weather advisory, please!

01/15/2026

CLOSED TODAY JANUARY 15TH due to severe weather conditions.
The Museum is closed today due to the weather. Please check daily by calling the Museum after 11 am before setting out to visit us.
Everyone stay warm and safe - and hope to see you soon!

01/01/2026

We are almost there --- in a few hours it will be 2026!
We wish everyone a happy and healthy and wonderful New Year!
Boldog új évet kívánunk mindenkinek!
The Museum will be closed New Year's Day and Friday, January 2nd.
We look forward to seeing visitors back on our regular schedule Wednesday thru Friday, from 11-3, starting next week, January 7, 2026!

12/14/2025

HOLIDAY HOURS for Museum and Gift Shop:
OPEN Wednesday Dec17 thru Friday Dec 19, from 11-3
Monday, Dec. 22 and Tuesday, Dec 23 from 11-3
CLOSED December 24, 25 and26.
OPEN December 29, 30, and 31 from 11-3.
Our gift shop is stocked with unique items - from stocking stuffers for everyone in the family to that perfect gift for that very special Hungarian in your life.
We still have a limited quantity of SZALONCUKOR, the beautifully wrapped candies that are a Hungarian tradition! And lots of other holiday goodies - chestnut puree, fancy fruit preserves, paprika paste and other Hungarian condiments. Adorable Hungarian dolls in folk costumes for the little girl or doll collector in your life, Hungarian themed ornaments and lots and lots of other items - beautiful bamboo cutting boards, cooking items, cook books, music, clothing, fine porcelain Herend and Zsolnay, home décor, beautiful Hungarian embroidery, decorative pillows and bags, books and prints and so much more.
If you have questions, call the Museum at 216-523-3900
We are located on the first floor in the Galleria at 1301 East 9th Street in downtown Cleveland. Heated underground parking!
Family and friends visiting? Bring them in, we love to share our Hungarian culture.
Reconnect with your Hungarian roots, share your stories, revisit memories, or discover a new culture – we are here for you as you visit our wonderful exhibits, beautiful gift shop and our library, chock full of our history and culture.
We look forward to seeing you during the holidays!

12/12/2025

IT'S NOT TOO LATE - LAST DAY TO REGISTER!
FUN, FUN! FUN! Children's Program Saturday, Dec. 13th at 2 pm.
We'll have a puppet show (bábszínház)! Hands-on games, fun folk dancing, and decorating and then EATING! special “mézeskalács” cookies!
AND - Mikulás Bácsi (St. Nicholas) will pay us a visit and meet each child - a very special Hungarian tradition to share with your little ones. And under a really, really big Christmas tree!
A wonderful chance to make memories your little ones will remember for a lifetime!
This program will be in English – but St. Nicholas can talk to children in English or Hungarian!
For children from 3-13. Programed to ensure everyone can enjoy and have fun, with age-appropriate activities (more challenging for older children).
Can't wait to see all the children and enjoy a wonderful afternoon!
MUST REGISTER: call Andrea at at 440-247-5144
DO YOUR HOLIDAY SHOPPING – THIS IS THE ONLY SATURDAY WE ARE OPEN DURING THE HOLIDAYS!
Gift Shop will be open from 1 - 4 pm - No children required - you can just come in, look around, enjoy our Museum, and do some shopping!

Address

1301 E 9th Street
Cleveland, OH
44114

Opening Hours

Wednesday	11am - 3pm
Thursday	11am - 3pm
Friday	11am - 3pm

Telephone

(216) 523-3900

Website

https://clevelandhungarianmuseum.org/

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