A Sign of the Times
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The Century Plaque Program
The Italian American Museum of Cleveland (IAMCLE) invites Little Italy property owners to honor the significance of their home or building with a custom-etched, weather-resistant Century Plaque — a lasting symbol of the craftsmanship and traditions that shaped the neighborhood’s unique character and history.
Members of the IAMCLE Preservation Committee will conduct primary source research to create a historical snapshot of your property, bringing its rich past to life.
Each plaque costs $200 and will be delivered 8 to 10 weeks AFTER the research is completed.
If you’re purchasing a plaque as a gift, you can request a gift certificate from IAMCLE. Plaques will be personally presented by IAMCLE Director and Italian American historian Pamela Dorazio Dean.
Click below to complete the Century Plaque Program application & select your form of payment.
Join us for a Little Italy History Shuffle!
Saturday August 23rd
From Prohibition-era speakeasies to family-owned businesses, the 2nd annual "A Glass From the Past" offers a glimpse into the colorful history of Cleveland's Little Italy. Participants will visit five stops — Tavern of Little Italy (TOLI), Cent'Anni, Little Italy Wines, Corbo's Bakery, and Lou's Tavern — each with its own story to tell. Along the way, guests will sample delicious Italian-inspired drinks and small bites while soaking in the unforgettable stories of these local landmarks.