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Akron OH Tourism and Sightseeing
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Things to do in Akron OH, Sightseeing and Akron OH Tourism
Akron OH Tourism - Planning an Akron OH Vacation
Below is a list of Akron OH tourist attractions, activities, events, hotels, restaurants and visitor information entries to help you plan an Akron OH Vacation! Find detailed information on the Akron OH tourism entries by clicking on their links. Narrow your search by selecting from a specific Akron OH travel category on the left hand menu.
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Fun Things to do during your Akron OH Vacation - Top Akron OH Tourist Attractions and Activities
Some of the most popular Akron OH tourist attractions that list on our site include Hoover Historical Center , Ramseyer Farms and First Ladies National Historic Site.
Fun activities in Akron OH include Great Escape Massillon 12, Regal Montrose Movies 12 and Canton Palace Theatre.
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Hoover Historical Center
Hoover family Victorian home features Hoover Co history
Category: North Canton Museum near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: A vibrant part of Walsh University, this small museum has a large history telling the story of the unique history of the Hoover family and business (yes, the vacuum cleaner business). "Sweeping Changes" unfolds in the Victorian farmhouse at the Hoover Historical Center, the Hoover family home located on the family homestead.Something for everyone to experience with elegant Victorian decor, furnishings, vintage ladies'fashions,and war memorabilia. Interactives with vintage manual vacuums, the first 1908 Hoover, recorded advertising songs and more. Gift Shoppe offering Hoover 100th Anniversary T-shirts. Award-winning herb gardens complement the grounds.
“Sew Many Memories” Quilt Show
Unique showing of quilts that reflect North Canton community history. Display includes a full size “Crazy Quilt” which is believed to date late 1800s bearing names of families from North Canton (then known as New Berlin), an 1845 coverlet made by New Berlin resident Isaac Shafer, and quilts on loan from North Canton Heritage Society.
Walsh University: 50 Golden Years
Nostalgic pieces of Walsh’s proud past combined with current technology reflect the story of growth and expansion that has produced an exemplary faith-based University. Tours hourly, 1-4 p.m., Weds.-Sat. Closed mid-December – February & major holidays.
The Center offers a variety of programs that have grown to become favored traditions in the community:
Ø An 1860s base ball club, the Hoover Sweepers, play vintage base ballfrom May – September. Visit www.hooversweepers.com for schedule and the rules of the 1860s the Sweepers honor.
Outdoor storytelling is held each summer by some of the area’s best storytellers.
Ø An annual "Christmas On Hoover Farm" includes Santa & Mrs. Claus, live holiday music and a Christmas tree in every display room while ladies in vintage attire bake cookies in the old-fashioined cast iron stove.Christmas caroling through Hoover Park on horse-drawn wagon is part of the agenda. Held the first Sunday in December.
The Center is located at 1875 East Maple Street inside Hoover Park (original family farmland)m, Walsh University's north campus, in North Canton, Ohio.
Tours are conducted hourly, 1-4 p.m., Wednesday-Saturday, March – mid-December. Advance reservations are required for groups of 8 or more, and morning reservations are available. Admission is $5 – under 12, Free. Comps for tour bus driver and escort.
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Pine Tree Barn
Restored 1868 barn * 25,000 sf of shopping
Category: Wooster Historic Site near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: The Barn at Pine Tree, a historical landmark built in 1868, was a stock barn for more than 100 years. The Dush family has restored the Dutch bank barn into gift shops, a home furnishing & design studio, a gourmet luncheon restaurant and family Christmas tree farm. With over 25,000 square feet inside, Pine Tree Barn is one of Ohio's premier dining and shopping destinations. Pine Tree Barn , located on a 150 acre Christmas Tree Farm, overlooks two lakes nestled in the Killbuck Valley. The Killbuck Marsh is the largest inland marsh in Ohio. The nature and wildlife preserve adjoin the farm, which enhances one of the most spectacular views in Ohio.
* Fine Luncheon Cuisine in The Granary. Enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding lakes and Killbuck Valley. Outdoor rooftop dining now available.
* Pine Tree Interiors is a full line home furnishings resource with complete interior design services. We represent nearly 100 top quality lines of furniture, and nearly 200 lines of lighting, floor covering, and extraordinary accessories.
* The Heritage Loft features the finest 18th Century furniture and accessories, crafted by hand. Pine Tree has earned a reputation as one of Ohio's leading resources in "heritage" decorating.
* Celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas by riding through the fields on a horse-drawn wagon to choose and cut your family's Christmas tree. Choose from a wide selection of home grown, freshly cut, or dug trees of all sizes and varieties.
** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN!! **
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Ramseyer Farms
Corn Mazes, Pumpkins, Hay rides, Farm Animals, Bonfires
Category: Wooster Tour near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: Ramseyer Farms is a family owned and operated farm. We invite you to come to the giant 8 acre Mystery Maize which changes themes each year, and to the 8 acre Ohio Maze. The Ohio maze is a unique map like maze featuring rivers, roads, Native American trails, underground railroad paths. It has over 250 signs so travelers can discover fun facts about Ohio presidents, inventors, entertainers, state symbols and cities. Six stampers are hidden in this maze which complete a puzzle when visitors find them all.
Other activities include numerous mazes made with various ages in mind such as the rope maze, box maze, math logic maze, straw maze and color maze. A big hit is the Conastoga corn wagon and the 12 foot high Goat walk. The Corn Crib Chute is a 20 foot slide emptying into a pit of shelled corn. Milk a life-sized cow, challenge a friend to the duck races and watch the kids test their skills on the obstacle course. People can try their hand at the spud slinger, (a giant sling shot), visit and feed the farn animals, including a stop at Bunnyville. They can relax on a scenic hay ride around the farm and through the woods and can pick their own perfect pumpkin.
In August, the farm is open by appointment. Hours in September and October are Tuesday through Friday from 3-7 pm. and Saturdays from 11 am.-7 pm. In October we are open on Sundays 1-5pm. Admission is $8.50 for visitors 12 years and older, $6.50 for 3-11 year-olds and free for children 2 and under. Group rates and senior are available. For further information and to see last years mazes visit the farms website at www.ramseyerfarms.com
Located on State Route 585
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The Boutique at Pine Tree Barn
Fun & funky cloths and accessories in a restored 1868 barn
Category: Wooster Arts and Craft near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: What a girl wants! Perfect wardrobe accessories for you and your best friend. Gifts for birthdays, holidays, and you-days. Each time you visit Pine Tree Barn's Boutique will be like your first time since our merchandise is always changing with the season's must-haves!
The Boutique at Pine Tree Barn carries the most fabulous purses, jewelry, shoes, jackets, skirts, scarves and more. Whether you're a classic sophisticate or funky trend setter, you will be able to find something unique and beautiful to brighten your day!
This historical landmark built in 1868, was a stock barn for more than 100 years. The Dush family has restored the Dutch bank barn into a women's boutique, gift shops, a home furnishing & design studio, a gourmet luncheon restaurant and family Christmas tree farm. With over 25,000 square feet inside and spectacular views overlooking the lush Killbuck Valley, Pine Tree Barn is one of Ohio's premier shopping and dining destinations.
** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN'S NEWLY EXPANDED WOMEN'S BOUTIQUE!! **
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The Farms at Pine Tree Barn
200 Acre Christmas Tree Farm - Shopping - Horse Drawn Wagons
Category: Wooster Botanical Garden near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: Start A Family Tradition at Pine Tree Barn and Farms. This 200 Acre Family Christmas Tree Farm is one of the largest and oldest in Ohio. This unique tree farm overlooks the picturesque Killbuck Valley & two lakes. We specialize in a wide variety of natural, top quality fresh and fragrant REAL Christmas Trees. We are also one of a very few to offer LARGE TREES!! We have trees up to 20 feet tall.
Celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas with a family tradition of riding through the fields on a horse-drawn wagon to choose and cut your family's Christmas tree. Beginning Thanksgiving weekend, ride horse-drawn wagons or our Pine Tree Express cabooses to the fields to cut your own tree (weekends only, beginning Thanksgiving Weekend - call for specific dates)! Or, if your prefer, Precut trees also are available in our Tree Barn. This is also a comfortable place for you to warm up, and enjoy a light lunch of hot sandwiches, hot dogs, chips and a hot cocoa or coffee, as well as our homemade brownies and cookies! Or, if you prefer, enjoy a relaxing lunch in The Granary, Pine Tree's gourmet lunch restaurant. Afterward, explore all 25,000 square feet of the restored Dutch bank barn's nooks and crannies, where you'll find some of the most amazing Christmas goodies, gifts and fine home furnishings in Ohio! Our uniqueness makes us special and that is why we regularly have people visit us from all over the state of Ohio and beyond.
** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN YEAR ROUND, AND ESPECIALLY AT CHRISTMAS!! **
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The Heritage Loft at Pine Tree Barn
The best in early american furniture and gifts
Category: Wooster Historic Site near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Attraction: Past the creaking, weathered heart-pine floors of the restored c.1868 bank barn, you are greeted by an old wooden staircase leading to what was, in days long past, the barn's original hayloft. Ascending this staircase, the hand-pegged beams and hand-hewn timbers whisper of a simpler time...before the "Industrial Revolution". A time when hearts and hands were the machines of industry... Now home to the Heritage Loft, this warm and cozy space is a treasure trove, offering nearly 4,000 square feet of the Country's finest reproduction 18th century home furnishings and accessories.
The Heritage Loft features a vast selection of the very best names in 18th Century furniture, crafted by hand in tiger maple, cherry and pine. Period accessories and crafts by the best local, Ohio and nationally recognized craftsmen and women. And an unparalleled selection of resources for those interested in period furnishings and decoration - fabrics, paints, wall coverings and more.
A sampling of artisans includes D.R. Dimes, J.L. Treharn, Stephen Plaud, Bucks County, Pennsylvania Folk, Mike Benner, and Amanda Wilder Collection.
** YOU MUST VISIT OUR MAGNIFICENT WEB SITE OR COME SEE US TO EXPERIENCE THE TRUE MAGIC OF PINE TREE BARN'S HERITAGE LOFT!! **
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Canton/Stark County Convention & Visitors' Bureau
We promote and grow tourism for Canton/Stark County, Ohio.
Category: Canton Visitor Bureau near Akron, Ohio
Description of this Akron area Visitor Information entry: The Canton/Stark County CVB is to attract, orient and serve visitors, to educate local residents and initiate projects and programs, which promote and grow tourism. Canton/Stark County is "America's Playing Field!" Our area if filled with rich history, quaint towns, heroes and heroines, enshrined pro football players, plenty of shopping to last three days and we are "Ohio's Golf Capital!" We are the home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The First Ladies' National Historic Site and the Wm. McKinley Presidential Library & Museum - all one-of-kind attractions that can be found no where else! We have Harry London Candies, MAPS Air Museum, Canton Classic Car Museum, the historic Lincoln Highway, Ohio & Erie Canal and various sites on the Underground Railroad! "America's Playing Field!" does not stop with these quality attractions but we have many hotels to fit any budget as well as many restaurants to make a trip to Canton/Stark County, Ohio complete!
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