Cleveland Magazine launched 50 years ago this month. In honor of our anniversary, we delve into what we see as the 50 most extraordinary moments of the past 50 years — and what they mean to all of us.
The roadway that is part of Interstate 90 today was put in motion by President Eisenhower. By Vince Guerrieri
The new mayor put a new coat of paint on the Allen Theater to serve as a symbolic gesture toward a revived Downtown Cleveland. By Vince Guerierri
The arena, which helped solidify the Cavaliers in Cleveland, was built in Summit County and hosted top-flight acts until it closed in 1994. By Vince Guerrieri
The mission of Lewis Research Center, now NASA Glenn Research Center, was to research and develop rocket fuel and propulsion systems. By Vince Guerrieri
In the '60s and '70s, retail stores began moving to Cleveland's suburbs after the war, but the success hasn't continued. By Vince Guerrieri
The name has changed and the uses have undergone a renaissance as transportation changes have taken place in Cleveland. By Vince Guerrieri
The British bad boys were kings in 1975 — and they remain royalty today as they head into town on June 15. By Vince Guerrieri
School kids got the opportunity to show their support for the troops. By Vince Guerrieri
Of note, that day also was Bob Feller’s first start on Opening Day. By Vince Guerrieri
The show must go on, and it did one week later. By Vince Guerrieri
1941: Clevelanders Celebrate Conversion of Euclid Avenue Skyscraper Into Fenn College Building. By Vince Guerrieri
The Euclid Avenue gambling club's lifespan was a short one but it has its place in history. By Vince Guerrieri
