Mandel Community Days at Cleveland Museum of Natural History

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History opens its doors to area families through the Mandel Community Days program, offering free admission to residents of several nearby communities. If you live in Cleveland, East Cleveland, Brooklyn, Euclid, Garfield Heights, Maple Heights, or Warrensville Heights, your whole family can explore the museum's full general admission experience at no cost. Just reserve your tickets online ahead of time and bring proof of residency—like a driver's license, utility bill, lease agreement, or paystub showing your address—to present at the Welcome Desk when you arrive. This is a wonderful opportunity to spend a full day discovering the museum's exhibits and collections without worrying about admission fees. The program has been welcoming thousands of local residents since it launched in 2022, and it now runs on both Saturdays and Sundays. Whether your kids are curious about natural history, want to see what's on display, or just need a great indoor activity, this is a budget-friendly way to introduce them to one of the area's premier cultural institutions.