History & Culture

Plan an entire year around dozens of outdoor activities and indoor attractions located around one of Lake Erie's favorite coastal towns.

Make plans for every season of the year with dozens of outdoor activities and indoor attractions.

Blast into the past with a sneak peek at the 150-year history of one of Lake Erie's most beloved waterfront destinations.

Steal away for the day — or even an entire weekend — to enjoy nature, live music, food, drink, fireworks, parades and more at the season’s best festivals, celebrations and concerts.

A colorful new mural in Erie, Pa.

The festival is a way of beautifying the city and bringing art alive for everyone on the shores of Lake Erie.

For two days this summer, visitors can get a glimpse of Put-in-Bay's most intriguing home.

After a successful first season on the Great Lakes last summer, Viking cruises is expanding with an itinerary that includes Cleveland.

Lake Erie Living editor Colleen Smitek went to try out, but ended up meeting a whole bunch of people more likely to make it than her. 

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