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Course Description

Step into the rich history of Cleveland at Cleveland Before Country, a celebration of storytelling, memory, and community heritage. Join John Skrtic, who has spent over 35 years with the Library overseeing its 12 million items and archiving the people and places of the region. He will explore how Cleveland is a city of neighborhoods, families, and change, where every resident carries a unique piece of its story. Discover what it takes to build a community archive that captures real lives, overlooked narratives, and everyday histories. Learn how these local stories connect to Cleveland’s broader history and the Library’s vast archival collections. Experience how the city’s people, places, and moments come together to create a living, shared story that belongs to everyone.
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Section Title
CLEVELAND BEFORE COUNTRY (IN-PERSON)
Type
In Person
Days
F
Time (Eastern Time Zone)
10:00AM to 11:30AM
Dates
Aug 14, 2026
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
1.5
Location
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Published Code non-credit $10.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 07, 2026
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 07, 2026
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