Angelina Bair
Angelina Bair

Stories by: Angelina Bair

Architectural historian Angelina Bair holds a master’s degree in library & information science from Kent State University. She has 16 years of experience working in archives, museums, and libraries and specializes in local architectural, historical, and genealogical research. Bair is currently working on a graduate degree in urban planning and development at Cleveland State University’s Maxine Goodman Levin College of Public Affairs and Education.

Nostalgia reigns at 20th annual 'Remembering the Sights and Sounds of Euclid Beach Park'
The 20th annual "Remembering the Sights and Sounds of Euclid Beach Park" was held on Sunday, Sept. 28 at Cleveland Metroparks Euclid Beach Park, celebrating the legacy of the amusement park that operated from 1895 to 1969. Visitors enjoyed vintage car displays, historical exhibits, rides in the Euclid Beach Rocket Car, and nostalgic treats while exploring artifacts and memories from the park's heyday.
CLE-Vignettes: Celebrating fall in University Heights
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CLE-Vignettes: Honey, music, and goats at the market
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CLE-Vignettes: Circus on the Square
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CLE-Vignettes: Soaring high at the Cleveland National Air Show
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CLE-Vignettes: Celebrating Greek culture and traditions in Cleveland Heights
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CLE-Vignettes: Showing off classic cars
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Zabava! Celebrating Slovenian culture in Cleveland
The Slovenian National Home hosted its third annual Zabava festival, celebrating Cleveland's Slovenian culture and heritage. The free, family-friendly event featured traditional food, music, and activities, including a showcase of the Kurent costume used in the Cleveland Kurentovanje Festival.
Garden Walk Cleveland Heights: A photographic peek into a diverse array of resident gardens
The annual Garden Walk Cleveland Heights showcased 54 private gardens for self-guided tours last weekend. Visitors experienced a wide range of garden styles, from traditional English gardens to contemporary art displays, and even a treehouse, highlighting the creativity and diversity of Cleveland Heights' gardening community.
CLE-Vignettes: Jul Big Green creates music for all
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Nostalgic renovation: Euclid Beach Arch moves down the street to new Collinwood location
The historic Euclid Beach Arch in Cleveland has been relocated as part of a renovation project spearheaded by local officials. The 1921 wooden structure, which once served as the entrance to Euclid Beach Park, will become the centerpiece of a new public park and preserve the iconic piece of Cleveland's history, is scheduled for completion in 2026.
CLE-Vignettes: Cleveland Orchestra at Cain Park
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CLE-Vignettes: Blasting off in University Heights
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Amusement Preservation Museum: Triggering memories of parks and rides of the past
Troy Parsh started the Amusement Preservation Museum in Grafton to preserve and restore artifacts from Northeast Ohio's historic amusement parks. The museum's collection includes rides, parts, and memorabilia from over 30 Ohio parks, offering visitors a nostalgic journey through the region's rich amusement park history.
Body of Work: AIA lecture celebrates Schweinfurth’s architectural legacy
The American Institute of Architects Cleveland hosted a lecture on Charles Schweinfurth, a prominent Cleveland architect from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as part of its Body of Work series. The lecture explored Schweinfurth's architectural legacy in Cleveland, which includes Trinity Episcopal Cathedral and numerous Euclid Avenue mansions.
Cleveland Institute of Art’s senior art show features President’s Traveling Scholarship winners
The Cleveland Institute of Art's graduating seniors recently showcased their capstone projects in a public exhibition, featuring more than 112 works across various disciplines. Six outstanding students were awarded the President's Traveling Scholarship, highlighting innovative projects in various media.
All aboard: 1944 Nickel Plate Road Steam Locomotive takes riders on a journey through history
The Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad recently hosted the 2025 Steam in the Valley, featuring the 1944 Nickel Plate Road Steam Locomotive No. 765. Passengers rode in restored and vintage rail cars, experiencing steam locomotion, while taking in the scenic views of Cuyahoga Valley National Park.
Making change: Mental health, social change win big at Accelerate last week
Cleveland Leadership Center's ninth annual Accelerate: Citizens Make Change took place last week, with Anycia Grady’s plan to increase the number of licensed mental health professionals serving Black communities taking home the grand price and the Technovation award. Additionally, 21 high school students on 12 teams showcased their ideas at the new Accelerate: Teen Citizens Make Change competition.
Moyenage: a grand lakefront home to many prominent Cleveland business founders throughout history
One of the grandest houses on Lakeshore Boulevard in Bratenahl is Moyenage—a 1904 Elizabethan Tudor that has been home to several of Cleveland's most notable business families.
The Allen-Sullivan House: Euclid Avenue Grande Dame takes its final bow
The Allen-Sullivan House, one of the last houses remaining on Millionaires' Row before it was torn down in 2021, has a colorful history of owners and uses. Architectural historian Angelina Bair chronicles its history and its fate.