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Cleveland, it’s time to celebrate! Join us for our 2025 Celebration of Preservation
| Friday, March 21st, 2025 ⋅ 5:30PM – 7:30PM | Join us for our annual Celebration of Preservation Awards, a joint program of the Cleveland Restoration Society and the American Institute of Architects Cleveland recognizing outstanding…
SNOOP! Tour at New Life at Calvary
| Saturday, February 8th, 2025 ⋅ 10:00AM – 11:00AM | Cleveland Restoration Society invites its members to our February SNOOP! tour at New Life at Calvary Church, historically know as Calvary Presbyterian Church, one of…
SNOOP! Tour at Fidelity Hotel
| Saturday, January 11th, 2025 ⋅ 10:00AM – 11:00AM | Take a sneak peek of the Fidelity Hotel, Cleveland’s newest lodging, before it opens at the end of Janurary! An adaptive reuse of the 11-story…
SNOOP! Tour at Cory United Methodist Church
| Saturday, December 14th, 2024 ⋅ 10:00AM – 11:00AM | Cleveland Restoration Society joins Cory in celebrating the recent completion of extensive exterior restoration work. CRS partnered with Cory over the last year, first by…
Cleveland Civil Rights Trail Marker unveiling at Olivet Institutional Baptist Church!
| Thursday, November 14, 2024 ⋅ 1:00PM – 3:00PM | Cleveland Restoration Society invites you to the newest Cleveland Civil Rights Trail marker unveiling taking place on November 14th. The marker, to be installed at…
Make sure to get your tickets for this years Annual Benefit! Proceeds will go towards Sacred Spaces: The Heart of Community
| Friday, October 18, 2024 ⋅ 6:00PM – 9:00PM | Sponsorships and tickets for our 2024 Annual Benefit are now available. Proceeds will assist our Sacred Landmarks Support Initiative. Churches are among the most historic,…
Newest Cleveland Civil Rights Trail Marker dedicated to the Hough Uprising!
| Thursday, September 5th, 2024 ⋅ 1:00PM – 3:00PM | Cleveland Restoration Society invites you to the newest Cleveland Civil Rights Trail marker unveiling taking place on September 5 from 1-3 p.m. The marker, to…
Join Us for the 2024 Annual Meeting at the Sarah Benedict House!
| Thursday, August 1st, 2024 ⋅ 9:00AM – 11:00AM | The Cleveland Restoration Society will hold its 2024 Annual Membership Meeting in the Volunteer Garden adjacent to the historic Sarah Benedict House on Thursday, August…
SNOOP! Tour at the Darl Center for the Arts.
| Saturday, July 13th, 2024 ⋅ 10:00AM – 11:00AM | An impressive transformation from derelict building to art museum, the center displays owner Darl Schaaf’s eclectic art collection – over 400 pieces — which he amassed…
SNOOP! Tour at LDA Architects
| Saturday, June 15, 2024 ⋅ 10:00AM – 11:00AM | How do you transform a mid-20th century recording studio into an inviting, light-filled office area? Find out on our next SNOOP tour at the new offices…
What is a SNOOP! Tour?
Get access to free, exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of ongoing and completed historic preservation projects in Cleveland and the Greater Cleveland area when you join Cleveland Restoration Society.
What is Celebration of Preservation?
CRS and AIA Cleveland recognize outstanding historic preservation projects from the region during our annual Awards Program. Projects are nominated by the community and reviewed by a jury of historic preservation experts and certified architects.
What is the Annual Meeting?
A yearly meeting open to members and anyone interested in Historic Preservation. Within this event Cleveland Restoration Society discusses the past year and sets goals for the future.
What is the Annual Benefit?
A yearly fundraising event that is used to raise awareness for the work and mission of the Cleveland Restoration Society. Topics may range from year to year, but our purpose remains the same. Preserving our local history.
What is the Community Luncheon?
A yearly fundraising event with proceeds supporting our advocacy efforts and year-round programs, including the Heritage Home Program and Preservation Services work in Cleveland’s diverse neighborhoods.
Interested in Hosting an Event at the Sarah Benedict House?
The Sarah Benedict House is a rare survivor of a fashionable neighborhood that included “Millionaire’s Row” on Euclid Avenue. To learn more about reserving accommodations click HERE.
Make History by Preserving History!
For over 50 years, Cleveland Restoration Society has worked to preserve, protect, and celebrate the historic places that matter to Northeast Ohio’s communities. Your generous gift will help support historic preservation projects in Greater Cleveland.
Every penny goes toward the fulfillment of our mission to preserve, protect, and celebrate historic buildings and places that foster vibrant and inclusive communities.












