Welcome to the Peninsula Foundation
The Peninsula Foundation was founded in 1977 by the late Robert Hunker. Upon his passing, his properties and his legacy passed to the Peninsula Foundation.
We preserve the heritage, character and vitality of Peninsula and Cuyahoga Valley through arts, education and historic preservation.
About Our Mission
The mission of the Peninsula Foundation revolves around two major areas:
The Arts – We present quality educational and arts programming that is accessible to all. We provide exceptional programs through the Voices in the Valley concert series at the G.A.R Hall and on the Bronson Green. We organize Master Music Workshops, Artists in Residency Programs and Peninsula’s Music on the Porches festival.
Historic Preservation – We are the loving caretakers of over twenty of Peninsula’s historically significant buildings. These unique spaces support the arts and educational programming provided by the Peninsula Foundation. They provide entreprenurial opportunities that reflect the character of the Cuyahoga Valley. We furnish spaces for people to linger, live and explore this beautiful area.
Our Mission Statement:
We preserve the heritage, character and vitality of Peninsula and Cuyahoga Valley through arts, education and historic preservation.
Meet our Staff
We have a small, but dedicated staff:
Karen James Walters – Executive Director – Peninsula Foundation
Artistic Director – G.A.R. Hall
Karen@peninsulahistory.org
Beth Jarrell – Office Manager
Beth@peninsulahistory.org
Denise English – Property Manager
Denise@peninsulahistory.org
Robert Upp – Head of Maintenance
Mindy Gallaher – Grounds
6138 Riverview Road
Suite F
Peninsula Ohio, 44264
330-657-2528
Meet our Board of Directors
We have an engaged Board of Directors:
John Debo – Chair, Chair of Development Committee
William Dowling – Vice Chair, Chair of Governance Committee
Jack Harley – Secretary, Chair of Sustainability Commitee
Adam Fleder – Treasurer, Chair of Finance Committee
Daniel DeAngelo – Chair of Property Committee
Renay Sanders
Catherine Timko
Jason Klein
Paul Wellener
Steve Craig (on assignment)
Voices in the Valley
The Peninsula Foundation is proud to showcase traditional roots music in the beauty of the Historic G.A.R. Hall. This nationally acclaimed program welcomes local, national and international touring musicians to the intimate setting of this beautiful, grand old hall. Beer, wine and adult beverages are available for patrons to enjoy.
The Peninsula Foundation believes in supporting the artists that create the art. We do this by providing a unique listening room and fair pay to artists who perform there. We rely on ticket sales, sponsorships, grants and donors to accomplish this. Thank you in advance for supporting the arts and arts programming in Northeast Ohio!
Experience historic Peninsula
In keeping with our mission to preserve the small town character of Peninsula, we own, manage and make available 20 buildings in the heart of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. They provide retail opportunities for visitors and residents to enjoy. They provide unique living opportunities for those that want to call this area home. They provide AirBNB’s for guests to experience and explore the area. Peninsula provides a quaint setting, in a canal-era town for residents and visitors alike.
Residential Rentals
The Peninsula Foundation makes a number of unique properties available for residential rentals. Contact Peninsula Foundation Offices at 330-657-2528 from 10am-4pm Monday thru Friday to inquire about availability.
Commercial Rentals
Peninsula is the perfect home for your small business. Blooming with visitors every week, thousands of people come to shop, dine and peruse. Contact Peninsula Foundation Offices at 330.657.2528 from 10am-4pm Monday thru Friday to inquire about availability.
AirBNB Rentals
From the charming 200 year old Woods Store to a renovated 1887 Cheese Factory, we offer wonderful options for your stay in Peninsula. Ask about our Artist in Residency programs offered during the winter months. Contact or office for details. 330.657.2528.
Property Portfolio
We love Peninsula and we want to keep its small town, rural character that people love to visit, explore and call home. Take a look at our portfolio. There are many opportunities to consider.
Private Event Rentals
The Peninsula Foundation offers a number of opportunities to celebrate your special life events in the beauty of Peninsula. A wedding weekend in a historic Village, rehearsal dinners, housing for wedding party and guests, a beautiful ceremony in quaint church, an unforgettable reception in a grand old Hall. So many opportunities!
The G.A.R Hall
Built in 1851, as one of Peninsula’s original schoolhouses,it became a meeting place for Civil War Veterans in the late 1880’s. Today it is home of the Voices in the Valley Music Series, a place for community meetings and events and a place to celebrate life’s special events.
The Bronson Church
Built in 1839, by Herman Bronson to try to curb the lawlessness in the Canal Era of Peninsula. The Bronson Church was the first building in Peninsula Robert Hunker worked to preserve with fellow preservationist Lily Fleder. Today it is a place for music, workshops and weddings.
Private Event Rentals
The Peninsula Foundation offers a number of rental opportunities to celebrate the special events in your life. Weddings, wedding packages, bridal and baby showers, retirement parties, birthday celebrations. Moments to remember, memories to share…
Call 330.657.2528 for more information.
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