About Cleveland
Cleveland was founded by General Moses Cleaveland in 1796. The city grew largely due to the steel industry and manufacturing, which were helped greatly by Cleveland's proximity to the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. Learn more about Cleveland's history here!
Did you know that Cleveland is home to the first U.S. college to admit students regardless of race, sex, creed or color? Did you know Cleveland is the birthplace of LifeSavers candy? Or that the Superman comics originated here? Learn more about Cleveland's fun facts!