Akron Art Museum

The Akron Art Museum is an art museum in Akron, Ohio, featuring approximately 20,000 square feet of gallery space dedicated to American and international artworks created from 1850 to the present. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and other artistic media that document different periods and styles throughout art history.

The museum started in 1922 as the Akron Art Institute, initially housed in borrowed library rooms before relocating to a Carnegie building in 1948. This relocation marked the institution's recognition as an important cultural resource for the growing industrial city.

The galleries focus on artworks from northeast Ohio alongside national pieces, representing movements like realism, American impressionism, and Pop Art that shaped the region's artistic identity. Visitors can see how local artists contributed to broader artistic conversations across the country.

The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, with extended hours on Thursday for those who prefer evening visits. Plan to spend a few hours exploring the galleries at a comfortable pace.

The building itself is an architectural highlight, with the modern glass and steel structure of the newer expansion connected to the original 1899 Renaissance revival building. This combination shows how the museum preserved its roots while adapting to contemporary needs.

Location: Ohio

Inception: February 1, 1922

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-17:00; Thursday 11:00-20:00; Holidays off

Website: http://akronartmuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 41.08400,-81.51630

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:46