The best museums in Akron in September 2025

These are the top 5 best museums in Akron, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Akron? These are the best ones:

  1. Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens1

    Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens

     Akron, OH
    Stan Hywet Hall is a historic house museum located in Akron, Ohio. The estate spans over 28.3 hectares and includes a variety of attractions such as gardens, a greenhouse, a carriage house, and the main mansion. The mansion is one of the largest houses in the United States, making it a significant point of interest for visitors.
  2. Perkins Stone Mansion2

    Perkins Stone Mansion

     Akron, OH
    The Perkins Stone Mansion, located in Akron, Ohio, United States, is a historic house museum. This mansion offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the history and culture of the region. Visitors can explore the mansion and its grounds, learning about the people who lived there and the time in which they lived.
  3. Dr. Bob's Home3

    Dr. Bob's Home

     Akron, OH
    The Dr. Robert Smith House, also known as Dr. Bob's Home, is a historic house museum located at 855 Ardmore Avenue in Akron, Ohio. This house is significant as it was the home of Dr. Bob Smith, one of the co-founders of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), from 1915 to 1950. It is now a museum dedicated to the history of AA, operated by the Founders Foundation.
  4. Akron Zoo4

    Akron Zoo

     Akron, OH
    The Akron Zoo, also known as the Akron Zoological Park, is a non-profit organization situated just west of downtown Akron, Ohio. This zoo is easily accessible and offers a unique opportunity to explore a diverse range of animal species in a well-maintained environment.
  5. Akron Art Museum5

    Akron Art Museum

     Akron, OH
    The Akron Art Museum boasts a vast gallery space of 20,000 square feet (1,900 m), dedicated to showcasing its extensive collection of art produced since 1850. This provides visitors with the opportunity to explore a wide range of art styles and periods.

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