Mandel Community Days at Cleveland Museum of Natural History

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History opens its doors to local 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, you and your family can explore the museum's full general admission offerings at no cost. You'll need to reserve tickets online ahead of your visit and bring proof of residency—such as a driver's license, utility bill, lease agreement, or pay stub showing an address in one of these areas—to present at the Welcome Desk when you arrive. This program has been welcoming thousands of families since 2022 and recently expanded to include Saturday hours in addition to Sundays. With free admission covering all standard museum exhibits and activities, it's a great opportunity to spend a full day discovering natural history without worrying about ticket costs. Just plan ahead by securing your spots online so you're all set when you show up to explore.