Middleburgh Township
The Grindstone Capital of the World
The Onion Capital of the World
Home of NASA Glenn Research Center
“A hometown is a special place in many people’s hearts. More than just a geographical location, they are roots of identity, foundation of values, and canvases of many memories. However, every hometown is unique, as it shows the culture, history and community spirit behind it.”
Author: Esha Kahn
There are so many exciting events coming up for the America 250 celebration!
Click on each link and it will take you to each city’s website for more information.
And don’t miss the READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE!
Every city around the country will read it simultaneously at exactly 6:00 PM on July 8th.
Location of the reading in Middleburg Heights, Berea and Brook Park will be posted here as the event gets closer.
And each city has its summer celebrations in the works! Click on the links below
July 4th - Parade and Festival
June 11-12-13 See website for location
Information on dates and events coming soon
In 2026, America marks a historic milestone, the 250th year since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This once-in-a-generation anniversary kicks off a nationwide celebration, inviting all 50 states, along with cities across the country, to take part. Communities are encouraged to share their stories and spotlight the people, events, and businesses that have shaped our nation’s journey over the past two and a half centuries. Join us as we honor the past and inspire the future.
Stay updated by clicking on our Facebook page for information about our events and speakers.
Support the Historical Societies of Berea and Middleburg Hts and purchase t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more at Luna!
WELCOME TO OUR SPEAKER SERIES!
You were taught American history in school, but do you really know LOCAL history?
This is your chance to learn about the people and places in our area.
Our next speaker will
be April 22 at the Berea
Historical Society. Don’t
miss it!
No registration required
All speaking events will be held at either:
Middleburg Heights Community Center, 16000 Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights
or -
Berea Historical Society
118 E. Bridge St., Berea
KEEP SCROLLING FOR
INFORMATION ON:
MAPS AND
HISTORIC MARKERS
Tri City Tales and Trails
A bit of trivia while you scroll …
Did you know … Thomas Jefferson and John Adams both died on July 4, 1826. Adams last words, not knowing that Jefferson died just a few hours before him were, “Thomas Jefferson survives”.
James Monroe also died on July 4, just five years later.
Throughout the three cities there are over 30 historic sites for you to explore.
There are already many stories for you to read on our map. Click the link below!
For those places marked “Story Coming Soon”, please check back in the coming weeks for more information
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When accessing the map from a mobile device, follow the steps below:
THEN
WHEN PROMPTED CLICK ON “America 250 Tales and Trails” at the bottom of the map, then click it again for the complete legend.
Ride along with Dorothy McKelvey, Harrison Dillard, Jared Hickox (back right) and John Baldwinaround the
three cities.
Click on the name (in red) for a short history of each of them!
Dorothy speaking …
“The two men in the back have no idea what kind of crazy machine we’re riding in!” Weeeee!
There are many Ohio Historical Markers throughout Berea and Middleburg Heights! Click on the button for more information.
LOCATED IN BEREA -
Ohio Historical Markers
Adams Street Cemetery - across from 99 Adams Street
The Ark - 519 Karen Drive
Baldwin Wallace University - 300 Front Sreet
Berea District 7 School - (Little Red Schoolhouse) - 323 E. Bagley Road
The “Big Quarry” (sandstone quarry) - Seminary Street adjacent to Coe Lake
Berea Triangle - Center of town
First Congregational Church - 33 Seminary Street
Lyceum Square - 49 Seminary Street
St. Thomas Episcopal Church - Ogilvy Chapel - 50 East Bagley Road
Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds - 164 Eastland Road
Union Depot - 30 Depot Street
LOCATED IN MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS -
Ohio Historical Markers and Places of Interest
Old District 10 Schoolhouse - 16589 Sheldon Road
Woodvale Union Cemetery - 7535 Engle Road
Haag House - Old Pleasant Valley Rd. and Baldwin Creek
Middleburg Heights City Hall - Bagley and Fry Roads
Fowles Road Train Depot - now located at the Junction, Olmsted Falls
Did you know that our area was originally called Middleburgh Township? On this map, from 1874, you’ll see it circled in red.
As the year goes on you’ll learn many interesting facts about the evolution from the original township to the three cities we all know and love today.
Fun fact!
In the 1800s this area was called “Middleburgh Township”. Notice the “h” at the end of Middleburgh. In 1960 the “h” was eliminated when the city became Middleburg Heights.
