Celebrate Akron’s Bicentennial! It's free to participate! Set a personal goal: Complete 200 wellness activities from January 7 – December 6 Choose your activity: Biking Hiking PT/OT Swimming Strength Training […]
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 […]
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 Institute for Life-Span Development and Gerontology will sponsor an 8 week workshop on guided autobiography beginning in late September on Tuesday afternoons, 1 pm […]
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 is "Beyond the Innerbelt: Urban Renewal in Akron" and will explore the impacts of various urban renewal projects including Grant-Washington, University of Akron, Spicertown, Cascade […]
Join us on Wednesday, November 19th for the opening reception of the new exhibit: "Our Contribution to the City": Black Life in Akron in the 1930s & '40s, as Seen Through the Lens of Horace & Evelyn Stewart. This exhibit is housed at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron's Black History & Culture […]
A special 4-part series that celebrates the future of Akron during the City's Bicentennial celebration in 2025. Part 4 features Lighter Than Air, with speaker Brett Crozier, CEO of LTA Research. For more information and to reserve your seat, CLICK HERE.
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 330.666.4888. This book includes the earliest days of the city's history to present and is […]
Bring your friends and family to this free Akron Stories Screening at the Main Branch Library in Downtown Akron on November 23, 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 […]
Join us on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7 pm at E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall for the Akron Bicentennial musical event of the year! “A Concert For Akron, By Akron“ will feature all Akron performers and/or composers in a culminating celebration of our City’s musical heritage and talent. Featuring Akron’s premier musical ensemble, the Akron Symphony Orchestra under […]
Join us as we mark Akron's 200th anniversary in this special ceremony. More information coming soon!
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. Mark Greer, Executive Director of Akron200, moderates a discussion of the history of the African American Church. Free admission, click HERE to register now!
Join The Well CDC on December 11th for Akron Hope's 11th Annual Wrapping Night. Together we’ll wrap over 500 gifts to hand out to local elementary students and families. A night of celebration, community, and Holiday cheer! Email mandi@thewellakron.com for more info!