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  • Alfred McMoore: All This Luck in My Head – Akron Art Museum

    Akron Art Museum 1 South High Street, Akron, OH, United States

    In September, the Akron Art Museum will open the first solo museum exhibition for artist Alfred McMoore. McMoore (1950–2009) lived and worked his entire life in Akron, creating enormous drawings […]

  • Akron Bicentennial Autobiography Project

    Highland Square Branch Library 807 West Market Street, Akron, OH, United States

    As we celebrate the history of our city and the region, this is a great time to document our individual histories. The Akron Bicentennial in cooperation with The University of […]

  • Akron at 200: A Bicentennial Anniversary

    Odom Boulevard Branch Library 600 Vernon Odom Blvd, Akron, OH, United States

    Join Jon Miller, director of The University of Akron Press, for a presentation on the recent publication of "Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History," which includes a rich collection of in-depth essays. Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.434.8726. This book includes the earliest days of the city's history to present and is a […]

  • Discovering Our History Forum Series

    Akron Summit County Public Library Auditorium 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature the history of Akron’s Water Department. Admission is free, sign up HERE now!

  • Forgotten History Forum Series Presented by FirstEnergy Foundation

    Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron's Black History and Culture 220 Wolf Ledges Pkwy, Akron, United States

    Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, and in partnership with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. This forum will be held at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron's Black History and Culture, where we will discuss Dr. McClain's research and legacy. Click […]

  • Discovering Our History Forum Series

    Akron Summit County Public Library - Main Branch 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature the history of Akron’s Immigrant Communities, with a moderated panel discussion. Free admission, click HERE to register!

  • Akron Stories: Linda Theatre Screening

    Linda Theatre 1745 Goodyear Blvd, Akron, OH, United States

    Bring your friends and family to this free Akron Stories Screening at the Linda Theatre on November 2, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. A curated selection of mini-documentary films from the Akron Stories project will be featured, sharing captivating tales from and about the people who made Akron the "Rubber Capital of the […]

  • Discovering Our History Forum Series

    Akron Summit County Public Library - Main Branch 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for a night full of historic Soap Box Derby stories and the vision of the future for the International Soap Box Derby! After 87+ successful years of the […]

  • Akron History Hike

    John Brown House 514 Diagonal Rd, Akron, OH, United States

    On November 8th, join us for the last Akron History Hike of the Bicentennial year exploring the Outskirts of Akron. Summit County Historical Society President and CEO Leianne Neff Heppner will facilitate this guided tour. Registered attendees will meet at the John Brown House and the tour will begin at 1 pm. For this excursion, our Bicentennial sponsor, METRO RTA, will provide transportation on […]

  • Akron at 200 – Book Signing

    Nature Realm Visitors Center 1828 Smith Road, Akron, OH, United States

    Join Summit Metro Parks for a book signing with editors and authors of “Akron at 200: A Bicentennial History.” A limited number of books will be available for purchase from Maple Leaf Gifts; visitors who already own a copy of the book are welcome to bring it to be signed. Light refreshments will be provided. […]

  • Discovering Our History Forum Series

    Temple Israel 91 Springside Dr, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for a new series, “Discovering Our History”, as we celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial. This forum will feature Akron's Jewish History. Admission is free, sign up HERE today!

  • Forgotten History Forum Series Presented by FirstEnergy Foundation

    Akron Summit County Public Library Auditorium 60 S High St, Akron, OH, United States

    Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, and in partnership with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. This forum topic […]