AKRON, OHIO ATTRACTIONS
University
of Akron
The institution now known as The University of Akron was founded
as Buchtel College in 1870 by the Ohio Universalist Convention,
which was strongly influenced by the efforts, energy and financial
support of Akronites, particularly industrialist John R. Buchtel.
Quaker Square
Discover their unique restaurants. Everyone visiting
Quaker Square will soon discover a favorite place to dine.
Cuyahoga
Valley Scenic Railroad
On Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad you will experience
the fun and adventure, the romance and nostalgia of riding the train
on one of the oldest, longest, and most scenic excursion railways
in the country.
Akron Zoo
The Akron Zoo, located on 50 acres just west
of downtown, is one of only 211 accredited world conservation zoos
by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association.
MAPS Air
Museum
Currently restoring some of the world's greatest
military aircraft, and they are also hangaring privately owned warbirds.
Hower
House
Hower House was completed in 1871 by John Henry
Hower, a leading Akron industrialist who was active in the milling,
reaping and cereal industries.
Akron
Art Museum
Since its humble beginnings in the basement of
the public library in 1922, the Akron Art Museum has played an increasingly
vital role in the city of Akron.
National Inventors
Hall of Fame
The National Inventors Hall of Fame honors the
women and men responsible for the great technological advances that
make human, social and economic progress possible.
Akron
Skate Park
Located on city owned land near the Municipal
Airport on the Service Road for the Rubber Bowl and Derby Downs
and next to the Akron BMX track .
Summit
Artspace Gallery
Features continuously changing exhibitions plus
related arts activities in its two classrooms. The gallery is Phase
I of opening the Summit Artspace community arts center.
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Restaurants, Dining, Caterers, and Nightlife in Akron, Ohio
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