Lions Lincoln Theatre, originally built as a movie theater in 1915, is now a performing arts theater that plays host to a wide range of theatrical productions, concerts and comedy shows on a regular basis. This historic building was restored in recent years ensuring its existence for the many years to come. Lions Lincoln Theatre also plays host to various classic films from different parts of the world, attracting movie buffs from across the city in large numbers. This venue stands as the cultural, artistic and historical pride of the city.
Established in 1922, the Akron Art Museum showcases a fine selection of contemporary and modern works of art. The museum structure consists of glass and steel frames spread across the entire gallery. The collections in the art gallery range from 1850 till the most recent times showcasing more than 5000 pieces of work from local, national and international locations. There is a Bud & Susie Rogers Garden that is utilized to showcase special exhibits or to conduct experimental learning. Live events and concerts also take place at this venue.
Named after Major League baseball champion Thurman Munson, the eponymous stadium is home field to the Ohio Men’s Senior Baseball League , the Canton McKinley Bulldog Baseball team and also hosts district & regional playoffs for the Northeast region. Having won quite a few accolades, one of them being the Professional Diamond of the Year in 1996, this sprawling stadium has the best playing surface in all of Ohio. The Thurman Munson Memorial Stadium is also used for hosting private events.
The William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum is named after the 25th president of the United States and is a magnificent museum and an excellent library. The museum boasts of one of the largest collections of McKinley artifacts and exhibits that chronicle the life and times of this historic and acclaimed individual. The museum also features a science center, an art gallery, and the Hoover-Price Planetarium. The library is well-equipped with a vast collection of literature on the history and culture of the region. The staff is very friendly and the facilities and exhibits are well-maintained and in excellent condition making a visit to the William McKinley Presidential Library & Museum a must when in the city.
Goodyear Theater is a premier concert venue located in Akron. Prominent names including Jason Isabel and The Smashing Pumpkins have performed here. The venue is available for private events as well and can accommodate up to 1,458 spectators for a single event. With the state-of-the-art acoustics enhancing the impact of every show and the fans raving for their favorite artists, the experience of watching a concert here is a memorable one.
InfoCision Stadium–Summa Field is the turf of the Akron Zips football and a part of the University of Akron. It opened its doors in 2009 and features luxury boxes, private suites and a team shop. The facility is spread across seven floors and has other amenities as well.