Entry No. 13 — the Cleveland file — filed under: history

Museum of Divine Statues

Housed in a decommissioned 1970s Polish Catholic church, this museum displays over 200 meticulously restored religious statues rescued from shuttered parishes by makeup artist and photographer Lou McClung.

The move: Wander past the glowing stained glass and admire the beautifully restored, slightly eerie figures of saints and martyrs, then discuss the artistry of Lou McClung's cosmetic-pigment restoration techniques.

📍 Lakewood
💸 $
⚡ Up for anything
🌗 Indoors

Where: 12905 Madison Ave, Lakewood, OH 44107

Hours: Added 2026-07-21 — confirm current hours before you go.

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Further reading: Official site · Atlas Obscura

last checked: 2026-07-21