Cuyahoga County Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument

Since 1894, the Cuyahoga County Soldiers' and Sailors' Monument has commemorated the over 9,000 individuals from the county who served in the American Civil War. Our commitment to commemoration goes far beyond the solemn tablets, striking bronze sculptures, and soaring shaft of the Monument itself. We regularly produce online content aimed at telling the stories of those who served in an engaging and entertaining manner. The Monument, located in the heart of Cleveland's Public Square, is free to visit as it has been since our dedication over a century and a quarter ago. Although the Civil War seems a distant event in history, we hope that we can bring alive the memories of the individuals who sacrificed in service to the Union and show how their actions shaped the United States of America as we know it today.