Akron History

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. Dive into the […]

Two hands-on University of Akron courses focused on changes brought about by the Innerbelt's construction. These and other lesser-known urban planning projects altered the city's cultural landscape and the lives of Akronites. Using local archives and Geographic Information Systems, students have created digital StoryMaps that illustrate this history. Come take a guided tour of these […]

A special 4-part series that celebrates the future of Akron during the City's Bicentennial celebration in 2025. Part 1 features Maribel Pérez Wadsworth, President and CEO, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation. For more information and to reserve your seat, CLICK HERE.

Why is the girl in this flyer for the 1925 musical comedy Dearest Enemy wearing only a barrel? Come to this exciting lecture to find out! Learn the backstory on the Broadway musical that the Akron Beacon Journal called “the biggest theatrical innovation on record here in the past 100 years.” American Musical Productions’ Executive […]

Join us for the next installment of the Forgotten History Forum Series presented by the FirstEnergy Foundation, with our exclusive media partner, PBS Western Reserve. Brad Savage of The Summit FM moderates a discussion of Akron's time in the spotlight of the indie/new wave/punk music world, circa 1978 to 1983. You'll hear about it from […]