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  • Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic
    The “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” exhibition features artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection from the 1890s through the 1980s! “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” includes objects such as a Kodak “Brownie” camera from the 1910s, an original Monopoly board game from 1936, a Wurlitzer Jukebox from the 1930s, a wedding dress made from a World War II silk parachute, and a Cabbage Patch Kid from the 1980s! This is an exhibit sure to entertain and teach any generation!
  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • Character Exhibit

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit
    The centerpiece of the Character exhibit will be a large footprint devoted to the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, the most coveted individual honor in the National Football League! The display will feature an acknowledgement of past winners, several of whom are enshrined in Canton, along with artifacts related to WALTER PAYTON, PEYTON MANNING, JASON TAYLOR and LaDAINIAN TOMLINSON! Guests will be provided the opportunity to learn more about 21 points of interest to connect with character!
  • Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum
    Camp Themes: Tuesday: Safari Adventure Day. Embark on a wild expedition and discover the wonders of the animal kingdom! Wednesday: Pirate Day – Ahoy, Mateys! Set sail on a swashbuckling adventure and search for treasure! Thursday: Under the Sea Day. Dive into the deep blue sea and explore the amazing creatures that live beneath the waves! Friday: Superhero Science Day. Dress as your favorite superhero or supervillain and enjoy a day of action-packed fun! *Grades 1-5, Register by July 11*
  • Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw

    Canton Museum of Art

    Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw
    The Canton Museum of Art is pleased to present Apeiron, a solo exhibition by artist John Sabraw, which incorporates painting, sculpture, and video! Sabraw, an activist and environmentalist, ensures his paintings, drawings and collaborative installations are produced in an eco-conscious manner, and he continually works toward a fully sustainable practice. The result of experimenting is a complex, luminous, mysterious paintings that strike a beautiful balance of controlled and organic processes!
  • Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection

    Canton Museum of Art

    Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection
    Art and activism often share the same motivations — questioning the status quo, speaking out about injustices, communicating new perspectives, and inspiring others. From the CMA Collection come a variety of mediums and voices in American art that depict activism in a myriad of ways – sometimes obvious, sometimes not. These artists are harnessing the power of creativity to inspire dialogue, provoke change, and amplify marginalized voices in an ever-changing world.
  • This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling

    Canton Museum of Art

    This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling
    This riverbed is a cradle, these railcars a lullaby. Michelle Wentling’s fiber art features a collection of botanically-dyed, handwoven wall hangings reminding us of who we were, who we still are beyond a culture shaped by fossil fuels, and who we will be amid a future marked by climate change. This exhibition is a reminder of origin – of a craft that has long provided a sense of identity and connection to place for many cultures.
  • 720 MKT + Taco Party

    Today

    4:00 PM EST

    Visitor Deals & Discounts

    720 MKT + Taco Party

    Visitor Deals & Discounts

    720 MKT + Taco Party
    In honor of 7/20 WEEKEND we are throwing a Market AND a PARTY ---A TACO FEST at the coolest historic venue -- NOW EXPANDED TO TWO DAYS! We can’t wait to see you at one of our local faves, Walsh University Hoover Park. This is gonna be a fun one! ENJOY a multitude of TACO TRUCKS plus our famous MAKERS, BAKERS, BREWERS & GROWERS! FREE EVENT. Walk, bike or drive to 720! FREE PARKING AT WALSH UNIVERSITY west campus lots. Walk to market using tunnel to athletic fields. **Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM**
  • Extreme Music Bingo

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo
    The latest in fun, only at Maize Valley. FREE to play. Everyone gets a Bingo card, we play 30 second clips of a song, if you have that song on your card, you mark it. First one to yell BINGO, gets a prize! We play 3 rounds each night, and there are multiple ways to win in each round. The Bingo host will let you know if you need to have a straight row, diagonal, 4 corners, or something different. Each round has a theme such as “modern pop”, “party starter”, “90’s party mix" and much more!

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About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-...MORE

CALENDAR

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  • More

  • Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Grandma & Granpa's Attic
    The “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” exhibition features artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection from the 1890s through the 1980s! “Grandma & Grandpa’s Attic” includes objects such as a Kodak “Brownie” camera from the 1910s, an original Monopoly board game from 1936, a Wurlitzer Jukebox from the 1930s, a wedding dress made from a World War II silk parachute, and a Cabbage Patch Kid from the 1980s! This is an exhibit sure to entertain and teach any generation!
  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • Character Exhibit

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit

    Pro Football Hall of Fame

    Character Exhibit
    The centerpiece of the Character exhibit will be a large footprint devoted to the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award, the most coveted individual honor in the National Football League! The display will feature an acknowledgement of past winners, several of whom are enshrined in Canton, along with artifacts related to WALTER PAYTON, PEYTON MANNING, JASON TAYLOR and LaDAINIAN TOMLINSON! Guests will be provided the opportunity to learn more about 21 points of interest to connect with character!
  • Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Summer Science Camps at the McKinley Presidential Library and Museum
    Camp Themes: Tuesday: Safari Adventure Day. Embark on a wild expedition and discover the wonders of the animal kingdom! Wednesday: Pirate Day – Ahoy, Mateys! Set sail on a swashbuckling adventure and search for treasure! Thursday: Under the Sea Day. Dive into the deep blue sea and explore the amazing creatures that live beneath the waves! Friday: Superhero Science Day. Dress as your favorite superhero or supervillain and enjoy a day of action-packed fun! *Grades 1-5, Register by July 11*
  • Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw

    Canton Museum of Art

    Apeiron: Eco-Art of John Sabraw
    The Canton Museum of Art is pleased to present Apeiron, a solo exhibition by artist John Sabraw, which incorporates painting, sculpture, and video! Sabraw, an activist and environmentalist, ensures his paintings, drawings and collaborative installations are produced in an eco-conscious manner, and he continually works toward a fully sustainable practice. The result of experimenting is a complex, luminous, mysterious paintings that strike a beautiful balance of controlled and organic processes!
  • Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection

    Canton Museum of Art

    Art & Activism: Perspectives from the CMA Collection
    Art and activism often share the same motivations — questioning the status quo, speaking out about injustices, communicating new perspectives, and inspiring others. From the CMA Collection come a variety of mediums and voices in American art that depict activism in a myriad of ways – sometimes obvious, sometimes not. These artists are harnessing the power of creativity to inspire dialogue, provoke change, and amplify marginalized voices in an ever-changing world.
  • This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling

    Canton Museum of Art

    This Riverbed is a Cradle: Fiber Art of Michelle Wentling
    This riverbed is a cradle, these railcars a lullaby. Michelle Wentling’s fiber art features a collection of botanically-dyed, handwoven wall hangings reminding us of who we were, who we still are beyond a culture shaped by fossil fuels, and who we will be amid a future marked by climate change. This exhibition is a reminder of origin – of a craft that has long provided a sense of identity and connection to place for many cultures.
  • 720 MKT + Taco Party

    Today

    4:00 PM EST

    Visitor Deals & Discounts

    720 MKT + Taco Party

    Visitor Deals & Discounts

    720 MKT + Taco Party
    In honor of 7/20 WEEKEND we are throwing a Market AND a PARTY ---A TACO FEST at the coolest historic venue -- NOW EXPANDED TO TWO DAYS! We can’t wait to see you at one of our local faves, Walsh University Hoover Park. This is gonna be a fun one! ENJOY a multitude of TACO TRUCKS plus our famous MAKERS, BAKERS, BREWERS & GROWERS! FREE EVENT. Walk, bike or drive to 720! FREE PARKING AT WALSH UNIVERSITY west campus lots. Walk to market using tunnel to athletic fields. **Saturday 10 AM - 3 PM**
  • Extreme Music Bingo

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo

    Maize Valley Winery & Craft Brewery

    Extreme Music Bingo
    The latest in fun, only at Maize Valley. FREE to play. Everyone gets a Bingo card, we play 30 second clips of a song, if you have that song on your card, you mark it. First one to yell BINGO, gets a prize! We play 3 rounds each night, and there are multiple ways to win in each round. The Bingo host will let you know if you need to have a straight row, diagonal, 4 corners, or something different. Each round has a theme such as “modern pop”, “party starter”, “90’s party mix" and much more!

Show more

About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-League Team).

Get historical at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, or the First Ladies National Historic Site. Experience life in the 19th century with a trip to Historic Zoar Village, or learn about the history of the famous Hoover family at Fieldcrest Estate.

To relax and enjoy the scenery, take a leisurely stroll through the gardens at Stan Hywet Hall then head to the Tuscan inspired Gervasi Vineyard for dinner and wine sampling. Other Akron/Canton culinary delights include quality meats at Angry Barbeque, oven-fired pizza from The Twisted Olive, burgers at The RAIL, and fresh guacamole at Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar.

WHAT'S NEARBY?

Ohio: Cleveland Ohio Amish Country

Other States & Provinces: Ohio

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