Ohio’s largest natural science museum, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History, recently completed a multi-million dollar transformation. The four-year project includes two new wings, a refurbished Visitor Hall, and a reimagining of some of the museum’s most iconic exhibits, enhancing the visitor experience and educational offerings.

The renovation improves infrastructure, accessibility, and engagement opportunities, ensuring that the museum continues to inspire curiosity and learning for generations to come. The project positions the museum as a leading destination for science education and cultural enrichment in Cleveland.

  • Total Project Cost – $125.4M
  • Port Authority Issued – $63.7M
  • Port Authority Board Approval – February 2021
  • Project Location – Cleveland – University Circle Neighborhood
  • Port Authority – Cultural Facility Revenue Bonds Program (tax-exempt)
  • Completion Date – Q4 2024
  • Financing Partners:
    • Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority
    • Museum Fundraising

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