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Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association (CVNPA) is a nonprofit organization working to protect, support, and promote Cuyahoga Valley National Park. CVNPA is built on a strong community tradition of protecting the valley and supporting Cuyahoga Valley National Park and is dedicated to providing quality educational programs.

CVNPA works to enhance the Cuyahoga Valley National Park through programs, projects, and events such as the Environmental Education Center, Cuyahoga Valley Photographic Society, Lyceum lectures, concerts, and much more. You can be involved in the activities and events of Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association by becoming a member. Please contact Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association at (330) 657-2909.

CVNPA operates two retail stores within the park:

  • Park Place in Peninsula
    1593 Main Street (SR 303), Peninsula.
    Formerly the Blue Heron Bookstore, it features park-related items, including gifts, apparel, books, and a special selection for train enthusiasts from Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad.
         Summer: Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
               
  • Trail Mix
    1565 Boston Mills Road, opposite Boston Store Visitor Center, Peninsula.
    This little store is a great place to take a break from your favorite park activities. Purchase ice cream, baked goods, sandwiches, and snacks.
          June through Labor Day, Sunday - Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association is the parks non-profit friends group.
Join CVNPA and enjoy discounted concert tickets!
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Drawing of a mule driver on the Ohio & Erie Canal.  

Did You Know?
A young James A. Garfield, 20th President of the United States, worked briefly as a mule boy on the Ohio & Erie Canal, an important cultural resource within Cuyahoga Valley National Park.

Last Updated: July 07, 2009 at 09:56 EST