ROCK AND BOOM
Climb aboard the Mather and grab one of the best seats in the city to watch the fireworks, plus enjoy an evening full of family-fun activities at the Science Center

June 17th, 2013

WHAT:
Celebrate Independence Day from the decks of the Mather and watch Cleveland’s fireworks at dusk. Food and drinks can be purchased onboard.

WHEN:
Thursday, July 4
7 pm

WHERE:
Steamship William G. Mather
Great Lakes Science Center
601 Erieside Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44114

COST:
$15 ($12 members).
Call 216-621-2400 to reserve tickets.

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