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#TBT: The International Ladies' Garment Workers' Union played a major role in Cleveland's labor history, organizing strikes in 1911 & 1918 to improve working conditions. The ILGWU dedicated its regional headquarters at 3233 Euclid Ave in 1951. SCL002699: Buildings-ILGWU (1951).

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This #tbt we’re transporting back to 1976 at the WMMS Appreciation Day, Woodsmoke, for those who missed Woodstock in 1969. This free, all day music fest at Edgewater Park featured Pure Prairie League, Joe Cocker, the Michael Stanley Band, Sammy Hagar, and Angel.

#TBT: This slice of Cleveland music history captures @agoracle on East 24th St. before it moved to Euclid Ave. From the high-contrast, grainy atmosphere to the ghostly showgoers outside the doors, you can almost feel the bass vibrating through the walls. SCL004905: Agora (1977)

#TBT to downtown Cleveland at night, c. 1956. 🌙 Aerial night view of the moon over Chester Avenue, the Terminal Tower, and Roxy Burlesque Marquee. 📷 Charles S. Hackett (c. 1952-1956).

For the fans who never stopped believing. Relive the championship that brought us together. 🏆 Join us for the grand opening of All In 216: 10th Anniversary Championship Exhibit and celebrate the team, the city, and the memories. #ALLIN216

This #tbt, we’re encouraging you to log-off and touch grass with scenes of swimming holes, bike riding, and picnic spots throughout our beautiful @clevemetroparks. CP03842: Brecksville Reservation (1930). CP03835: Bedford Reservation (1942). SCL011838: South Chagrin (1934).

#TBT to the summer of 1937 at the Great Lakes Exposition. 🎡Held along the lakefront on a reclaimed landfill, the Expo was intended to foster local pride, attract tourism, and entertain during the Great Depression. CP02595: Expositions-Great Lakes (1937).

#TBT: Between 1874 and 1875, aeronaut Professor Samuel Archer King conducted two notable balloon ascensions in Cleveland, launching his giant “Buffalo” balloon, pictured here, from Public Square. SCL013680_001: Public Square (ca. 1875).

#TBT to some summertime vibes with these two friends carrying a block of ice down Scovill Avenue in the Central neighborhood. 📷 Jasper Wood Collection (ca. 1947-1955).

Tonight, we celebrated the flavors, traditions, and stories that make Cleveland unique while bringing our community together one bite at a time. 🌭🥪🥟❤️ #OneCleveland #ONECLE

It is lived every day in the spaces the community carves out to thrive, create, and come together. 3/3 SCL019697: Theaters – Karamu (1983). Source: Plain Dealer. Photographer: Diana McNees. SCL019699: Theaters – Karamu (1949). Source: CL News. Photographer: Cragg.

True liberation is not just a date in history— 2/3 SCL006147: Demonstrations - Glenville (1970). CHC049570_1: 8801-05 Hough Ave (1969). SCL005154: Clubs – DuBois Club (1965). CHC040613: 8217-27 Cedar Ave (1961).

#TBT In the spirit of Juneteenth, we’re looking at local Black history through places and events of joy, resilience, and resistance. 1/3 SCL005289: Clubs - Vel’s. CHC050947: 11341 Mayfield Rd (1962). CHC007521: 2112 East 46th St (1948). SCL005268: Clubs-Towne Casino (1953).

This week’s Cleveland 230 honorees left a lasting legacy. 🌟 Visit cpl.org/cle230 to explore One Cleveland and learn more about each honoree. #Cleveland230 #ONECLE youtube.com/watch?v=eMSd6zTh…

From designers to stylists and the fashion-curious, there are thousands of photos to feast your eyes on and get inspired. 2/2 General Subject Collection: Costume.

Did you know that our Photograph Collection is a hidden gem for fashion inspo? This #tbt we’re poring over some looks of yesteryear. 1/2 General Subject Collection: Costume.

Happy Pride! Celebrate Pride at the library with events for everyone 🌈 Programming honoring LGBTQIA+ voices, stories, creativity, and history—through June and beyond. Go to cpl.org/pride for more events.