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Our Mission

The Lorain Historical Society engages members of the community and our visitors in our shared and diverse history through preservation, education, collaborations, and exciting programming for all ages, so that we learn from the past, develop civic pride, and transform the future.

Our Vision

We envision a future for Lorain where the Lorain Historical Society will be a leader in local history preservation, education, and community engagement; where children and adults are inspired by their shared and diverse history; and where people work together to create a vibrant city that is economically strong and a great place to live.

As of May 20, 2021, mask wearing at the Carnegie Center and the Moore House Museum is optional. We recognize that we are public buildings and as such welcome guests with with a variety of health conditions, ages, and vulnerabilities.  We are happy to report that all of our staff is fully vaccinated.  Those who are fully vaccinated need no longer wear masks.  We respectfully request that those who have not been vaccinated continue to wear  a mask and observe social distancing while in our buildings.  We know that some who have vulnerabilities will continue to wear masks and we respect their right to do so.  Sanitizing supplies are available throughout our buildings for your convenience.

Over the past 14 – 16 months, Americans have been trying to deal with a global pandemic, something that has not occurred for 100 years.  Public health guidance and government regulations in all 50 states have heightened the many differences that exist from State to State, County to County and neighbor to neighbor.  As we come to the current phase in dealing with Covid-19, we are fully aware of our differences and the inequities that exist within our systems and we ask that all who visit respect the individual differences that exist in our community as well.

Here at the Lorain Historical Society we are closely following the advances in science and the guidance that comes from our County Health Department and the CDC. For that reason, our policies regarding mask wearing, social distancing, and sanitizing are evolving.

Youth programs for children under 12 years of age will abide by all guidelines that come from the CDC with regard to day camps and schools.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we are happy to be welcoming you back for in-person activities.