The best arts & culture spots in Erie County

5 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Karsha's All That Jazz Dance Academy

Arts & Culture

Looking to shake off the week and finally nail those turns. This week, check out Karsha's All That Jazz Dance Academy for recreational and…

5505 Tiffin Ave (Castalia)

“Looking to shake off the week and finally nail those turns. This week, check out Karsha's All That Jazz Dance Academy for recreational and competitive classes with a focus on proper technique and terminology, plus private lessons tailored to you. Member of the American Dance Teacher's Association and Dance & Gym USA.”

From the Erie County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Maritime Museum of Sandusky

Arts & Culture

History venue with exhibits on pirates, shipwrecks & fishing, plus a boat-building workshop.

125 Meigs St (Sandusky)

“History venue with exhibits on pirates, shipwrecks & fishing, plus a boat-building workshop.”

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Sandusky History Museum at the Follett House

Arts & Culture

Library-administered local history collection on 4 floors of a Greek Revival mansion.

404 Wayne St (Sandusky)

“Library-administered local history collection on 4 floors of a Greek Revival mansion.”

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Merry-Go-Round Museum

Arts & Culture

Museum featuring a working, vintage carousel, a collection of antique, carved animals & a gift shop.

301 Jackson St (Sandusky)

“Museum featuring a working, vintage carousel, a collection of antique, carved animals & a gift shop.”

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Sandusky State Theatre

Arts & Culture

Area landmark with a long history, now serving as a performing arts venue & movie theater.

107 Columbus Ave (Sandusky)

“Area landmark with a long history, now serving as a performing arts venue & movie theater.”

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