shelby, ohio Heritage center
Discover the Stories
That Built Shelby
From world-famous bicycles to seamless steel tubing, explore the industries, inventors, and workers who helped shape Shelby, Ohio.
FEATURED MUSEUMS
Two Museums. One Remarkable Story.
Shelby Bicycle Museum
Located on the grounds of the original Shelby Cycle factory, the museum tells the story of Shelby’s bicycle manufacturers and the bicycles that traveled the world.
Shelby Steel & Wheel Museum
Opening soon in the historic 1872 Engine House, this museum will showcase Shelby’s industrial heritage, seamless steel tubing innovation, and the people who built Shelby.
EXPLORE SHELBY HISTORY
Research & Digital Collections
Bicycle Companies
Explore the stories of the Shelby cycle companies and other bicycle manufacturers that put Shelby on the map.
Tube Works
Discover the history of seamless steel tubing, innovation, industry, and the workers who fueled Shelby’s growth.
Mack Avenue Businesses
Step inside the commercial heart of historic Shelby and learn about the businesses, entrepreneurs, and families that shaped downtown life.