Why You Should Go...

It’s more than just vacuums! Discover the fascinating history of The Hoover Company through free, guided tours. From a regional leather goods manufacturer to a global leader in floor care, the Hoover story highlights innovations in engineering and marketing from the late 1800s to 2008.

Located in a Victorian Italianate farmhouse on the original Hoover family farmland in North Canton, Ohio, the Hoover Historical Center displays take you through the evolution of floor care, from the manual vacuums of the 1800s to the modern vacuums of today. Dozens of Hoover vacuums and appliances are showcased along with original artwork for advertisements. Of particular interest to many will be the collection of wartime items that The Hoover Company manufactured during World War II. You’ll also hear the story of the 84 British children that the company brought to North Canton during the war!

While visiting, be sure to enjoy the award-winning gardens tended by the members of the Herb Society at Hoover. Tour season is March - October, with tours beginning on the hour at Noon, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 pm. 

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Why You Should Go...

It’s more than just vacuums! Discover the fascinating history of The Hoover Company through free, guided tours. From a regional leather goods manufacturer to a global leader in floor care, the Hoover story highlights innovations in engineering and marketing from the late 1800s to 2008.

Located in a Victorian Italianate farmhouse on the original Hoover family farmland in North Canton, Ohio, the Hoover Historical Center displays take you through the evolution of floor care, from the manual vacuums of the 1800s to the modern vacuums of today. Dozens of Hoover vacuums and appliances are showcased along with original artwork for advertisements. Of particular interest to many will be the collection of wartime items that The Hoover Company manufactured during World War II. You’ll also hear the story of the 84 British children that the company brought to North Canton during the war!

While visiting, be sure to enjoy the award-winning gardens tended by the members of the Herb Society at Hoover. Tour season is March - October, with tours beginning on the hour at Noon, 1:00, 2:00, and 3:00 pm. 

What You Should Know...

Open: Seasonally: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October; Closed on: Wednesday

Hours:

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Friday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm

Cost: Free

Payment: Cash

Discounts: Military

Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals, Bicycle

Parking: Free On-site, Bus, Bicycle

Available: Guided Tour, Private Tour, Kids Activities, Family Restroom, Changing Station, Gift Shop, Souvenirs

Insider Info

Free guided tours are hourly- donations graciously accepted. All buildings are heated and air-conditioned. Gift Shop offers unique Hoover logo souvenirs. 

The museum is located in the 1853 Victorian Italianate farmhouse where Hoover Company founder, William “Boss” Hoover was raised!

View a 15-minute video on Hoover in WWII. It shows original footage of factory production of war materials and children from England who were war evacuees that stayed in Stark County.

Fun Facts

Hoover Historical Center is on the National Register of Historic Sites, Ohio History Marker, and Blue Star Museum. It's also a POKEMON GO site.

Located in a Victorian Italianate farmhouse on original Hoover family farmland in North Canton, Ohio, the Hoover Historical Center displays take you through the evolution of floor care, from the manual vacuums of the 1800s to the modern vacuums of today.

Of particular interest to many will be the collection of wartime items that The Hoover Company manufactured during World War II. You’ll also hear the story of the 84 British children that the company brought to North Canton during the war!