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  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

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    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships

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    9:00 AM EST

    Hall of Fame Village

    GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships

    Hall of Fame Village

    GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships
    The Great Midwest Athletic Conference is set to host the eighth annual Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships! Four Great Midwest teams and six Mountain East will vie for the 2025-26 G-MAC / MEC Championship. Three G-MAC schools currently sponsor both men's and women's swimming and diving including Ashland, Findlay, and Malone. Hillsdale currently fields a women's squad only.
  • Shattered Glass

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    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Shattered Glass

    Canton Museum of Art

    Shattered Glass
    Shattered Glass: The Women Who Elevated American Art is an original exhibition by CMA showcasing American female artists from the past 250 years who made a lasting impact on the art world! The artists in the exhibit have fought for their right to create art alongside male contemporaries and while doing so, revolutionized the field! This exhibit shines a light on these remarkable artists and their enormous contributions!
  • Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston

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    6:00 PM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston
    Join us for the opening celebration of Frances Benjamin Johnston and the American Presidency in the Keller Gallery! This special evening is free and open to the public! Enjoy a grazing table catered by Dishes by Design, explore the exhibition, and take part in a Sip & Shop in the Museum Gift Shoppe. Sample Coffee Bill coffee, browse unique gifts, or treat yourself in the Gift Shoppe! Pre-register & win two tickets to our POPULAR annual fall event, Timeless Connections on September 24th, 2026!
  • Chocolates in The Cave

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    6:00 PM EST

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Chocolates in The Cave

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Chocolates in The Cave
    Step into a sweet and sparkling Valentine’s wonderland at Gervasi Vineyard’s Chocolates in The Cave! Stroll through an antipasti-style dessert display featuring an array of handcrafted chocolate-themed desserts—perfect for sharing. Enjoy a tasting flight of three 2 oz pours of Gervasi’s signature wines! Designed for a memorable night out with friends or the perfect Valentine’s date, Chocolates in The Cave is all about rich flavors, great wine, and sweet moments — no formal program!

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About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-...MORE

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  • The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power

    First Ladies National Historic Site/National First Ladies Library

    The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies' Progress and Power
    Celebrate 250 Years of First Ladies Progress and Power with us! From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take visitors on an immersive journey through the evolving role of these women across the many eras of the American historical timeline, showcasing how they have redefined leadership, championed social causes, and influenced national conversations.
  • GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships

    Today

    9:00 AM EST

    Hall of Fame Village

    GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships

    Hall of Fame Village

    GMAC-MEC Swimming & Diving Championships
    The Great Midwest Athletic Conference is set to host the eighth annual Men's and Women's Swimming & Diving Championships! Four Great Midwest teams and six Mountain East will vie for the 2025-26 G-MAC / MEC Championship. Three G-MAC schools currently sponsor both men's and women's swimming and diving including Ashland, Findlay, and Malone. Hillsdale currently fields a women's squad only.
  • Shattered Glass

    Today

    10:00 AM EST

    Canton Museum of Art

    Shattered Glass

    Canton Museum of Art

    Shattered Glass
    Shattered Glass: The Women Who Elevated American Art is an original exhibition by CMA showcasing American female artists from the past 250 years who made a lasting impact on the art world! The artists in the exhibit have fought for their right to create art alongside male contemporaries and while doing so, revolutionized the field! This exhibit shines a light on these remarkable artists and their enormous contributions!
  • Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston

    McKinley Presidential Library & Museum

    Exhibit Opening - The Woman Behind the Lens: Frances Benjamin Johnston
    Join us for the opening celebration of Frances Benjamin Johnston and the American Presidency in the Keller Gallery! This special evening is free and open to the public! Enjoy a grazing table catered by Dishes by Design, explore the exhibition, and take part in a Sip & Shop in the Museum Gift Shoppe. Sample Coffee Bill coffee, browse unique gifts, or treat yourself in the Gift Shoppe! Pre-register & win two tickets to our POPULAR annual fall event, Timeless Connections on September 24th, 2026!
  • Chocolates in The Cave

    Today

    6:00 PM EST

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Chocolates in The Cave

    Gervasi Vineyard Dining

    Chocolates in The Cave
    Step into a sweet and sparkling Valentine’s wonderland at Gervasi Vineyard’s Chocolates in The Cave! Stroll through an antipasti-style dessert display featuring an array of handcrafted chocolate-themed desserts—perfect for sharing. Enjoy a tasting flight of three 2 oz pours of Gervasi’s signature wines! Designed for a memorable night out with friends or the perfect Valentine’s date, Chocolates in The Cave is all about rich flavors, great wine, and sweet moments — no formal program!

Show more

About The Area

Akron/Canton has no shortage of things to do. Feed your inner sports fan at the Pro Football Hall of Fame, The Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club, or catch a Canton Charge game (The Cleveland Cavaliers D-League Team).

Get historical at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, or the First Ladies National Historic Site. Experience life in the 19th century with a trip to Historic Zoar Village, or learn about the history of the famous Hoover family at Fieldcrest Estate.

To relax and enjoy the scenery, take a leisurely stroll through the gardens at Stan Hywet Hall then head to the Tuscan inspired Gervasi Vineyard for dinner and wine sampling. Other Akron/Canton culinary delights include quality meats at Angry Barbeque, oven-fired pizza from The Twisted Olive, burgers at The RAIL, and fresh guacamole at Nuevo Modern Mexican & Tequila Bar.

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