Akron Art Museum

Akron Art Museum

The museum first opened its doors on February 1, 1922 as the Akron Art Institute. It was located in two borrowed rooms in the basement of the public library. After 1965, the institute was transformed from a school and art center into a museum.

Location

1 S High Street
Akron, Summit County
Ohio, USA

Getting There

The Akron Art Museum is located in downtown Akron, Ohio. It is easily accessible by public transportation, including buses and trains. The Akron Metro Bus System has several routes that stop near the museum, including Routes #1, #3, #5, #6, #7, #8, #11, and #14.

The museum is also within walking distance of the Akron Northside Station, which is served by the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. Additionally, the museum offers a free shuttle service that runs between its downtown location and its offsite storage facility, which features additional art galleries and storage space.

Nearby Airports

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