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Christmas Story House

3159 W 11th St, Cleveland, OH 44109
216-298-4919
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Ranked #15 of 70 attractions in Cleveland
Type: Museums
Owner description: A Christmas Story House, now restored to its movie splendor, is open year round to the public for tours. Directly across the street from the house is... more » Owner description: A Christmas Story House, now restored to its movie splendor, is open year round to the public for tours. Directly across the street from the house is the official A Christmas Story House Museum, which features original props, costumes and memorabilia from the film, as well as hundreds of rare behind-the-scenes photos. Among the props and costumes are the toys from the Higbee’s window, Randy’s snowsuit and zeppelin, the chalkboard from Miss Shields’ classroom and the family car. After reliving A Christmas Story at Ralphie’s house don’t forget to visit the museum gift shop for your own Major Award Leg Lamp and other great movie memorabilia. « less
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Euclid, Ohio
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12 reviews 12 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

After watching the movie with our grandkids at home, we took them to Public Square where they looked into the same window at Higbee's (now part of the Horseshoe Casino) through which Ralphie saw the Red Rider B-B-Gun. From there, it was a short drive to the Christmas Story House. We didn't know if the g-kids (ages 12, 8 &... More

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Medina, Ohio
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

We did actually meet the actor who played Randy while we were there, and got some great pictures with him and of the house. We took the whole family for Christmas Eve and had a great time kicking off the Holiday and the whole family in the pink Bunny Suit will definitely make a great Christmas card for next year.... More

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Lebanon, Kentucky
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Really liked the house and the talk by the tour guide. The story is very interesting. Nice gift shop and museum.

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Medina
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

What a wonderful, magical way to kick off the Holidays! If you're a fan of the movie (and I know only ONE person who doesn't love it), make a point to come out and spend some time here. It get's VERY crowded as Christmas approaches, but that's to be expected. Some will say it's a bit commercialized...again, that's to be... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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33 reviews 33 reviews
15 attraction reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Some many places tell you NOT to touch the items in the house-here they let you take pictures and hold props wile you do it. Take you own photo of your child with a bar of lifebouy in his hands. Bring your camera and movie memories.

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Copiague, New York
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

We stopped here on our way to the Akron airport. We had so much fun. A must see if you're in the area. Bring camera!

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Ohio
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013 via mobile

I visited the house after asking around as to what unusual attractions there were in town. It was absolutely the best ten dollars I've spent in a very long time. The walk down memory lane was an absolute delight. I would suggest using your GPS to find the house, as it's in a neighborhood which is off the beaten path,... More

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San Jose, California
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24 attraction reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Don't miss the Christmas Story House! I appreciated how well organized they keep the visits, making sure that the house doesn't get too crowded with guests all at once. But, that said, they were very welcoming and willing to let you come back in after your visit time if you felt like you wanted more time for more pictures. They... More

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Bay City, Michigan
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23 reviews 23 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

It is in not the greatest part of town...Really hard to find..They charge you to take the tour but we looked throgh the front window for free...Went in the back yard where he shot his eye out...

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See 4 more reviews by BJ K for Cleveland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

Loved it. My son loved it as well. Neat story and the musuem across the street was fantasitic. Only $10 for a wonderful time.

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