Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Reviews and Photos, Cleveland

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

September 1, 2006
Rated 2 of 5 by kathypac from University Hts, Ohio

Meh, not worth the $20 admission fee, unless there’s an exhibit that you just have to see. Make sure to check ahead before you come, since the exhibits change all the time. And don’t bring your camera, you’ll just have to check it at the front desk. Luckily, we went on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, which is free, but we would never pay to go here.

From journal Cleveland Sights!

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

August 7, 2006
Rated 4 of 5 by cr008k from San Francisco, California

This is definitely a must visit and the most famous attraction in Cleveland- in my opinion anyway.
The museum is open from ten to 5:30- so don't get there early like we did :). The tickets are kind of expensive- $20 for adults & $11 for kids over the age of 9 (I think that was the age). But it is well worth it, especially if you are interested in rock history.
The permanent collection is really fun to see- they have a lot of rock and roll icons and historical stuff. They have all different kinds of artists- old artists that were famous way back when in like the 1910's and 20's, right up to people that are famous now like the teeny bopper idols. They also havev a lot of different kinds of memorobilia- they have guitars and musical scores with the artists handwriting and personal notes. Most of the stuff actually belongs to the musicians and they just donated it or loaned it to the rock and roll hall of fame, so it is really cool to be that close to the stuff that the great rock and roll legends of our time held or created or played on.
I love U2 and I was excited that there was a lot of U2 stuff there- there was also a lot of Beatles stuff which was cool. Almost all of the big artists have at least some kind of representation there, although some have more than others and some have less. But everyone can find one of their favorites I'm sure.
They also have special exhibits going on that change every few months or so. These are usually special things that are lent to them just for a short period. You can check the website and try to plan your trip around a specific type of memorobilia or a specific artist that you are interested in.
Overall, I would highly recommend that you go and visit. Leave yourself enough time to fully appreciate everything that they have there, and to get your $20 worth.

From journal Cleveland Getaway

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

July 9, 2006
Rated 2 of 5 by gemini545 from South Bend, Indiana

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame was interesting but not worth the amount of money to get in. We did the whole thing in about 2 hours, but spent $40 for the two of us. I can say that I have been there, but I can't say I would go back.

From journal Cleveland Indians Weekend

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

April 14, 2006
Rated 4 of 5 by The Breeze from Mayfield, Ohio

Where else could one view such items as Hank Williams’ white wool felt cowboy hat, Ricky Nelson on the cover of a Life Magazine, and a display of the life and music of Roy Orbison but in Cleveland’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, The House That Rock Built? Rising by the shore of Lake Erie, this spectacular building captures the attention of anyone who gazes north from East 9th Street. Over 162 feet tall, it was designed by architect I.M. Pei (who also designed the extension of the Louvre) to express rock’s new power. Inside are 150,000 square feet over three levels of interactive exhibits, films, videos and artifacts of all facets of rock and roll history. Permanent as well as temporary exhibits sure to intrigue any fan of the era, programs for the public, and a good-sized museum store are all here. While in town, be sure not to miss this dynamic presentation of rock and roll's living heritage and its enduring impact on our lives.

HOURS: 10am to 5:30pm daily
Open until 9pm on Wednesdays

ADMISSION: Adults: $20, Seniors (60+): $14, Children 9-12: $11, 8 and under: free
Two-day passes available

From journal Believe in Cleveland