National Historic Landmark

Cleveland Arcade

Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Listed
March 19, 1973
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
73001408

About this property

The Arcade in downtown Cleveland, Ohio, is a Victorian-era structure of two nine-story buildings, joined by a five-story arcade with a glass skylight spanning over 300 feet (91 m), along the four balconies. Erected in 1890, at a cost of $867,000 ($31,100,000 in 2025 dollars), the Arcade opened on Memorial Day (May 30, 1890), and is identified as one of the earliest indoor shopping arcades in the United States. The Arcade was modified in 1939, remodeling the Euclid Avenue entrance and adding some structural support. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1975.

Location

401 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
41.49957, -81.69307

Categories

ENGINEERINGARCHITECTURE
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Questions about this property

When was Cleveland Arcade listed on the National Register?

Cleveland Arcade was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on March 19, 1973.

What type of historic resource is Cleveland Arcade?

Cleveland Arcade is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is Cleveland Arcade a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Cleveland Arcade has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for Cleveland Arcade?

The period of significance for Cleveland Arcade is recorded as the industrial era.

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