History of the Flats

Where Cleveland Began…

Where Moses Cleaveland first came ashore in 1796, The Flats put Cleveland on the map as the national center of industry and commerce in the 1800s.

Nearly two centuries later, The Flats ushered in Cleveland's comeback with a flagship entertainment district that attracted millions. But the district separated residents and visitors from the water and did not take advantage of the live-work potential of the setting.

…And Now Begins Again

The dream for a vibrant Flats neighborhood has been reborn with a combination of public-private sector partnerships, vision and unified ownership. By combining upscale housing, trendy shops and restaurants with ample greenspace, Flats East Bank will be the linchpin to reaching Cleveland's waterfront.

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This exciting and worthwhile investment will ignite our downtown with residents and visitors, and create a positive spillover effect on adjacent communities. This fantastic urban revitalization project proves Cleveland is making a comeback and finally taking advantage of the opportunities presented by Cleveland’s waterfront.