Tour the Museum
Carnegie Center
329 W. 10th St. Lorain, OH 44052
Tuesday | Thursday | Saturday: 10am - 3pm
You can take a self-guided tour of our exhibit space for free during the month of March thanks to our generous sponsor, Rewak Law LLC.
Tours
Exhibits
Carnegie Center Tours
Discover Lorain’s History during a Guided Tour
Join Curator Kaitlyn Donaldson for a guided tour of the Carnegie Center and explore the rich history of Lorain through our Permanent Exhibits—from the iconic Lighthouse to the diverse cultures in International City, the vibrant stories of The Heart of Lorain, and the city’s legacy in Recreation and Industry.
Plus, don’t miss our new temporary exhibit, "Stocked with Stories: Uncovering How Grocery Stores in Lorain Have Been Central to Shaping Local History." This special exhibit highlights the role of local markets in building community, preserving traditions, and supporting entrepreneurship.
Ask our Curator questions about Lorain history, explore the exhibits, and learn more about how these exhibits were created. Tours will be about 1 hour.
Dates:
May 31 | 10:30am - 11:30am
July 26 | 10:30am - 11:30am
Price: $10 per person
FIRST FLOOR
EXHIBIT
COMING 2025
Our Exhibits
After the completion of our Capital Campaign for the Carnegie Building reopening in 2015, We took the next step and completed our Phase I Exhibit back in 2019 which offers an overview of our city's history starting with the Ford Motor Company Plant and the Steel Mill.
We recently finished our Phase II Exhibit space in Fall of 2024 which captures the 'heart of Lorain' with exhibits showcasing early Lorain history, Lorain High Schools, the ethnic churches in Lorain, and more!
Gift Shop
Visit our gift shop for specialty Lorain-inspired merchandise and don't forget your #LorainProud gear!
Reach Out
If you're a local artisan or author and you'd like to sell your products in our gift shop please reach out to us today!
Carnegie Center
National Register of Historic Places
The Carnegie Center is located at 329 W. 10th Street in Lorain. It was 120 years ago that the cornerstone was laid, marking the beginning of the construction of a beautiful library in the heart of a residential district and within walking distance to the downtown area.
Fast forward to August 2013 when the Black River Historical Society (now known as the Lorain Historical Society) acquired the property from the Lorain Port Authority and began a Capital Campaign to raise money for its renovation.
In August 2023, a brief ten years later, the Carnegie Center has been recognized by the National Park Service on the National Register of Historic Places.
Our Exhibit Space
Special Group Tours
We welcome groups of 10-15 to visit the Carnegie Center. Please contact us to make special arrangements for your visit. We request the courtesy of at least a two week lead time for group tours. Call 440-245-2563 or email us at info@lorainhistory.org