Cuyahoga Valley National Park has announced a new anniversary date.

BRECKSVILLE, Ohio–Cuyahoga Valley National Park (CVNP) is beginning its 50th anniversary celebration. Until the end of 2025, visitors can mark the occasion by participating in stimulating excursions on the trails, railroads, and river, studying about history from national speakers, interacting with the arts through concerts, and more.
“Cuyahoga Valley National Park expands the idea of what a national park can be,” stated Lisa Petit, superintendent of Cuyahoga Valley National Park. “Since Congress established the park on December 27, 1974, we have worked to fulfill its mission as a park by, of, and for the people.

” We welcome everyone to come see for themselves that there is something for everyone and to help shape the park’s future.”

The park is collaborating with partners, especially its official friends group and philanthropic partner, the conservancy for cuyahoga valley National Park to plan a variety of activities. Now is the time to learn more about this park that connects the diverse cities of Cleveland and Akron.

The first 50th anniversary events are Lyceum Lectures at Happy Days Lodge, 500 West Streetsboro Street, Peninsula, OH 44264.

• Parks to the People: Cuyahoga Valley and the Urban Parks Movement, Monday, September 9 at 7 pm. Sara Zewde of Studio Zewde will present their research on Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s rich history and how it stands out as an outstanding urban park. Find information and register here.

• Sprawling!: Grappling with the Environmental Legacies of America’s Suburbs, Tuesday, October 22 at 7 pm. Join Dr. William Bryan, an award-winning environmental historian, author, and educator for a discussion on the complex legacies of America’s suburban landscape. Find information and register here.

Stay up to date on anniversary activities, find ways to experience the park, learn about park history and share favorite memories at www.CVNP50.com. Visitors can personalize their visit to CVNP through a wide variety of experiences throughout the year.

CVNP encompasses over 33,000 acres along the Cuyahoga River between Cleveland and Akron, Ohio. Managed by the National Park Service, CVNP combines cultural, historical, recreational and natural resources in one setting.