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City in Ohio, United States
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Lorain is a city of 64,000 people (2019) 30 miles west of Cleveland in Northeast Ohio. A former industrial center for shipbuilding, auto manufacturing, and steel, like other Rust Belt cities, the city faces population decline and urban decay.
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presents nostalgic mementos of Lorain history and a historic home known as the Moore House (at 309 W 5th).
Lorain Lighthouse
Fishing (walleye) charters.
Warm water attracts waterfowl throughout the year. The breakwater and jetties can reveal great blue and black-crowned herons, as well as purple sandpipers. To East Pier, take Route 6 to Arizona Avenue north 500 feet to parking. To Municipal Pier, take Route 6 to Oberlin Avenue north 1,000 feet to parking.
Reflective Garden and Monument commemorating the Underground Railroad which led slaves to freedom.
A "Movie Palace" in 1928, this restored Gothic theatre showcases drama, music, movies.
Community resource site focusing on African American heritage, tutoring and mentoring youth.
Performing and visual arts.
A cocktail bar in downtown Lorain.
The City of Lorain is located on Erie Ave (Route 6 east/west) and Broadway (Route 57 north/south).
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