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Honoring and embodying the cultural heritages of a region through
the beauty of shared outdoor spacesFrom their beginnings as private
farmland to their current form as monuments to cultural and ethnic
diversity, the unique collection of landscaped, themed gardens that
compose Cleveland's Cultural Gardens holds a rich history. John J.
Grabowski guides readers through this story, using both archival
images and Lauren R. Pacini's stunning contemporary photography to
illustrate their development and importance. The effect is a
comprehensive view of the factors that made the Cultural Gardens
possible, from Cleveland's geographical features to international
conflicts. First erected as the Shakespeare Garden in 1916, the
land bordering Doan Brook slowly began to incorporate tributes to
immigrants, reflecting Cleveland's role as a key location for
eastern European immigrants. Through this chronicle of the gardens'
changing landscapes, Grabowski shapes a gripping narrative of
shifting attitudes toward immigration, both locally and nationally.
Throughout both world wars, the Cold War, and more recent events,
the gardens' composition has changed to reflect more diversity, now
encompassing 33 individual gardens that honor cultures and
countries with connections to Cleveland. Today, each garden
features plants native to the corresponding culture, from German to
Vietnamese and from Ethiopian to Finnish. This vast cultural
inclusivity makes Cleveland's Cultural Gardens a forerunner in the
push for greater representation of cultures and people of color in
memorials and public spaces. The gardens also highlight a growing
emphasis on collaboration and coexistence among cultures, as
symbolized in the Peace Garden of the Nations and its crypt of
intermingled soil from historic shrines around the world. This book
will be of interest to field specialists and nonexperts alike for
its excellent illustrations and for its discussion of culture,
inclusion, and diversity both on a local and national scale.
A richly illustrated celebration of Cleveland history and
culture.Cities around the globe, whether large or small, have
characteristics that create a particular identity. So what about
Cleveland? What are its nuances, its images? In addressing that
question, Cleveland A to Z is not a typical city guide. Rather than
concentrating solely on the usual topics-landmarks, restaurants,
shopping, and notable facts-this guide touches on deeper themes
related to Cleveland's people, places, stories, and events. These
72 short articles reveal details about the city's rich history,
while also hinting at the issues, attitudes, and even the quirks
that define Cleveland's character. Cleveland A to Z truly serves as
an entry point for a fuller exploration of the city's history.
Originally released as part of the Western Reserve Historical
Society's 150th anniversary celebration, this book is evidence of
the Historical Society's outstanding and nationally significant
collections. Almost every historical photo in this volume derives
from the archives of the Society. Those collections represent a
trust for the community-an essential service to students, scholars,
family historians, and old and new Clevelanders. With striking
contemporary photographs by Lauren R. Pacini paired with the
insights of historian John J. Grabowski, Cleveland A to Z is a
fascinating and entertaining resource for anyone interested in this
important American city.
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