Cleveland situated on the shore of Lake Eire, Cleveland has long been a commercial hub of the region. The first indoor shopping center in the U.S., the Arcade, was constructed here in 1890 and in 1968 the first rapid-transit rail service in the country began. Cleveland's Convention/Exhibition Centers and International Exposition Center draw people from throughout the United States and worldwide. Sports fans enjoy Cleveland’s professional football, basketball, and baseball and a host of museums, art galleries, and gardens dot the city. Cleveland has ample accommodations for its many guests who can enjoy fine American and international cuisine. The Chamber of Commerce can be contacted at www.clevelandgrowth.com.