Local History Sites of Interest

Akron Archives of Alcoholics Anonymous
http://www.akronaa.org/Archives/archives.html
In 1935 AA was founded in Akron by Dr. Bob and Bill W. The Akron Archives of AA maintains materials pertaining to the founding and history of the organization.

Akron Women’s History
www3.uakron.edu/schlcomm/womenshistory/
Dedicated to the history of women in Akron, this website was created by the School of Communication at the University of Akron in partership with the Women’s History Project of the Akron Area.

Cascade Locks Park Association
www.cascadelocks.org
Maintained jointly by the CLPA, the City of Akron, and Metro Parks Serving Summit County, this historic area just north of Downtown Akron, provides a glimpse into canal era Akron with its restored circa 1850s Mustill Store and home.

Cuyahoga Valley National Park
www.nps.gov/cuva/
Located between Akron and Cleveland, this beautiful park offers a variety of recreational and educational activities. Check the calendar of events for information about concerts, lectures, hikes, and other activities.

The History of Akron and Summit County
www.akronhistory.org/
A website devoted to making the history of Akron and Summit County more accessible. It describes prominent people and important events providing a starting point for many different research topics.

Lighter-Than-Air Society
Akron Airship Historical Center
www.blimpinfo.com 
This site provides current and historical information about lighter-than-air flight and features classic articles from Buoyant Flight, a calendar of events, a glossary of terms, and information about LTA’s initiative to establish an airship museum in the Akron area.

Longwood Manor Historical Society
http://www.longwoodmanor.org
The Longwood Manor Historical Society is devoted to the Restoration and Preservation of Colonel William Frew Long’s, Macedonia, Ohio estate. Colonel Long was elected the “first” Mayor of Macedonia. He remained Mayor of the city until he was 96 years old, making him the oldest Mayor in the United States.

MAPS Air Museum
www.mapsairmuseum.org
Museum of the Military Aviation Preservation Society. Includes photographs of vintage aircraft maintained by the museum, a calendar of events, and links to related sites.

Ohio and Erie Canalway Coalition
www.ohioeriecanal.org
Non-profit organization devoted to encouraging the recreational and economic development of resources located along the historic Ohio and Erie Canal corridor.

Ohio Memory Project
www.ohiomemory.org
Conceived as a way to commemorate Ohio’s Bicentennial, this virtual scrapbook includes historic images from the collections of libraries, historical societies and museums. Searchable by location, keyword, and names.

Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
www.stanhywet.org
Tudor Revival home and beautiful gardens of Akron industrialist, F.A. Seiberling, co-founder of Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. Includes a calendar of events.

The Story of the North Hill Section of Akron
http://northhillakron.org/
This website celebrates the history and growth of an Akron neighborhood. The personal stories of residents are captured here and a hall of fame is presented showcasing some of the famous sons and daughters of the neighborhood.

Summit County Historical Society
www.summithistory.org
Take a virtual tour of the home of Akron founder, General Simon Perkins. Includes a description of their collections, and the historic sites maintained by the Society.

University of Akron Archival Services
http://www3.uakron.edu/ul/archives/index.html
The University of Akron maintains a number of local history collections including that of Goodyear, Goodrich, the United Rubber Workers, John S. Knight, the Lighter-Than-Air Society, and the Summit County Historical Society.

Western Reserve Historical Society
www.wrhs.org
A privately supported historical society devoted to preserving the history of Northeast Ohio, the WRHS maintains a library containing one of the most comprehensive collections of historical and genealogical materials about the area. The library catalog may be searched online. The Society also maintains Hale Farm and Village.