The Welcome Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Willoughby Area Welcome Center will be open from 10AM until 4PM each Saturday, starting May 1st.  Masks are required.
As usual, we will be responding to phone messages (440) 942-1905 and emails to info@willoughbyareawelcomecenter.com

James Barnes, whose business was a livery service in Willoughby, built the house in 1908.

Willoughby’s first permanent settler was David Abbott in 1798, pre-dating Ohio’s bid for statehood by five years.

Visit our 6 rooms of Historic Exhibits and learn local history like never before!

Souvenirs available for purchase at Welcome Center

Willoughby Area Welcome Center

The Willoughby Area Welcome Center, located in the historic 1908 Barnes House at 2 Public Square adjacent to the Willoughby City Hall, provides information about the historic aspects of Willoughby and the surrounding Lake County areas, as well as maps, current events, attractions, dining and lodging information and other services to visitors and locals alike.
 
The Willoughby Area Welcome Center is a not-for-profit organization staffed entirely by volunteers. Admission is free, but donations are welcome.

The Willoughby Area Welcome Center has received assistance from Rentech Computer & AV Rentals in donating their services.