It's time for "A Christmas Story"!

That's right, and the Parker's house is right here in Northeast Ohio! In case you were not aware, the Tremont section of Cleveland is home to the house that was used as the family home in the 1983 holiday film classic, "A Christmas Story." The film was set in Dec. 1940 and follows 9 year old Ralphie Parker who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. But poor Ralphie encounters nothing but naysayers in his quest with everyone giving him the ominous warning that "You'll shoot your eye out!" The Santa scene with the big slide and mean elf was also filmed in Cleveland, at the now deceased Higbee's department store. In case you haven't seen the film, you'll be able to catch it many times on TBS which will be showing a 24-hour Christmas day marathon. Check out Cleveland's connection to the house and the department store. It is definitely a treat for the entire family.

In 2004, San Diego native Brian Jones purchased the 110-year old house and restored the former duplex to it's "movie splendor" both inside and out. It is now a museum and gift shop and is open for tours year round Thursdays through Sat. from 10:00 to 5:00 and Sundays from 12:00 to 5:00. We attempted to go on the tour last year on a weekend in Dec. but we were met with very long lines and very little parking plus it was almost time to close. So we're hoping to go this year. It is recommended that you park downtown and travel by Trolley out to the house. Price is $7.00 for adults, $5.00 for children 7 to 12 and FREE for children under 6.
While you're in Tremont, be sure to wander around and visit the shops and restaurants in the area. You will definitely find a big collection of Leg Lamps for sale!


If you're in the area this Thanksgiving weekend, you might want to check out the "Christmas Story Convention". For complete details on that check out the website at http://www.achristmasstoryhouse.com/.

Now you have one more thing to add to your List of Things To Do in Northeast Ohio! And Hallauer House B & B is only a short 30 minute drive to "A Christmas Story House and Museum" . So come for a visit! You'll be glad you did!