Massillon Museum presents much more than art and history lessons. MassMu engages visitors in experiences.
In six galleries, exhibitions spanning an array of interests change regularly; the new Paul Brown Museum within MassMu highlights hometown hero, Coach Brown, and his football legacy. New spaces offer artist opportunities and rental venues. The Immel Circus, a 2,620-piece hand-carved miniature circus, surrounded by real circus costumes, posters, and photographs, is a visitor favorite.
A sensory room, where guests of all ages can relax and center themselves, also provides privacy for breastfeeding mothers. Two family restrooms and diaper changing tables in both the men's and women's restrooms add to MassMu's family-friendly atmosphere.
In the Museum shop, OHregionalities, visitors find regionally handcrafted pottery, jewelry, and cards, local history and football books, and children's gifts. The lobby cafe, Anderson's in the City, offers specialty coffees, sweets, and light lunch.
Massillon Museum presents much more than art and history lessons. MassMu engages visitors in experiences.
In six galleries, exhibitions spanning an array of interests change regularly; the new Paul Brown Museum within MassMu highlights hometown hero, Coach Brown, and his football legacy. New spaces offer artist opportunities and rental venues. The Immel Circus, a 2,620-piece hand-carved miniature circus, surrounded by real circus costumes, posters, and photographs, is a visitor favorite.
A sensory room, where guests of all ages can relax and center themselves, also provides privacy for breastfeeding mothers. Two family restrooms and diaper changing tables in both the men's and women's restrooms add to MassMu's family-friendly atmosphere.
In the Museum shop, OHregionalities, visitors find regionally handcrafted pottery, jewelry, and cards, local history and football books, and children's gifts. The lobby cafe, Anderson's in the City, offers specialty coffees, sweets, and light lunch.
What You Should Know...
Open:
Year-Round; Closed on: Monday
Hours:Open Now. Closes 5:00 PM
2:00pm -
5:00pm
Closed
9:30am -
5:00pm
9:30am -
5:00pm
9:30am -
5:00pm
9:30am -
5:00pm
9:30am -
5:00pm
Cost: Free
Payment: Cash, Check, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover
Access: Wheelchair, Service Animals, Bicycle
Parking: Street, Bicycle
Available: Self-Guided Tour, Guided Tour, Private Tour, Café, Kids Activities, Family Restroom, Changing Station, Wheelchairs, Meeting/Conference Rooms, Wi-fi, Gift Shop
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Insider Info
MassMu is free and open to the public but does accept donations.
Two-hour free parking is available on the street and in nearby city lots.
The photobooth costs $4 and is unable to make change, so be sure to bring some singles.
Fun Facts
The Immel Circus is one of the most interesting "pieces" in the collection of the Massillon Museum. The 100-square foot miniature hand-carved circus is surrounded by rotating displays of circus-related artifacts.
Oscar the skeleton has both scared and delighted visitors since he was donated to the Museum in 1934.
MassMu's collection encompasses over 100,000 objects in 94 categories, including paintings and prints, ceramics, glass, photographs, textiles, costumes, military artifacts, city records, agricultural equipment, Native American objects, quilts, and more.
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Massillon Museum presents much more than art and history lessons. MassMu engages visitors in experiences.
In six galleries, exhibitions spanning an array of interests change regularly; the new Paul Brown Museum within MassMu highlights hometown hero, Coach Brown, and his football legacy. New spaces offer artist opportunities and rental venues. The Immel Circus, a 2,620-piece hand-carved miniature circus, surrounded by real circus costumes, posters, and photographs, is a visitor favorite.
A sensory room, where guests of all ages can relax and center themselves, also provides privacy for breastfeeding mothers. Two family restrooms and diaper changing tables in both the men's and women's restrooms add to MassMu's family-friendly atmosphere.
In the Museum shop, OHregionalities, visitors find regionally handcrafted pottery, jewelry, and cards, local history and football books, and children's gifts. The lobby cafe, Anderson's in the City, offers specialty coffees, sweets, and light lunch.
Join the Massillon Museum for a Vincent van Gogh Workshop on Saturday, June 10. Children will dive into the artwork of Vincent van Gogh and put their own twist on a familiar masterpiece with art educator Angelina Verginis. Students in Grade 3 through Grade 8 will work with the instructor from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 8 and older are invited to join the Lepley & Co. team at MassMu on Saturday, June 10, starting at 1:00pm! Join the Lepley & Co. team for an afternoon of painting. In this workshop, the Lepley & Co. team will walk you through painting plant pots.
Register at www.MassillonMuseum.org/Tickets or by calling 330-833-4061. Please register by Thursday, June 8, to reserve your spot! A parent or guardian must purchase a ticket and remain for the duration of the workshop.
Sarah Blanchette: "All Shook Up"–Exhibition Reception
Join us for an exhibition reception for the artist on Saturday, June 10, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.!
Image: Sarah Blanchette, All Shook Up. (quilt, detail), Digital collage printed on velvet, cotton floss, cotton, vinyl, thread, 2020.
Canton Artists League: Up to the Challenge–Exhibition Reception
Canton Artists League: Up to the Challenge
May 27–July 30, 2023
Artwork by members of the Canton Artists League
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EXTRA FUN
Insider Info
MassMu is free and open to the public but does accept donations.
Two-hour free parking is available on the street and in nearby city lots.
The photobooth costs $4 and is unable to make change, so be sure to bring some singles.
Fun Facts
The Immel Circus is one of the most interesting "pieces" in the collection of the Massillon Museum. The 100-square foot miniature hand-carved circus is surrounded by rotating displays of circus-related artifacts.
Oscar the skeleton has both scared and delighted visitors since he was donated to the Museum in 1934.
MassMu's collection encompasses over 100,000 objects in 94 categories, including paintings and prints, ceramics, glass, photographs, textiles, costumes, military artifacts, city records, agricultural equipment, Native American objects, quilts, and more.
Join the Massillon Museum for a Vincent van Gogh Workshop on Saturday, June 10. Children will dive into the artwork of Vincent van Gogh and put their own twist on a familiar masterpiece with art educator Angelina Verginis. Students in Grade 3 through Grade 8 will work with the instructor from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m.
Join the Massillon Museum for a Vincent va
Join the Massillon Museum for a Vincent van Gogh Workshop on Saturday, June 10. Children will dive into the artwork of Vincent van Gogh and put their own twist on a familiar masterpiece with art educator Angelina Verginis. Students in Grade 3 through Grade 8 will work with the instructor from 10:00 to 12:00 p.m.
Adults and children ages 8 and older are invited to join the Lepley & Co. team at MassMu on Saturday, June 10, starting at 1:00pm! Join the Lepley & Co. team for an afternoon of painting. In this workshop, the Lepley & Co. team will walk you through painting plant pots.
Register at www.MassillonMuseum.org/Tickets or by calling 330-833-4061. Please register by Thursday, June 8, to reserve your spot! A parent or guardian must purchase a ticket and remain for the duration of the workshop.
Adults and children ages 8 and older are i
Adults and children ages 8 and older are invited to join the Lepley & Co. team at MassMu on Saturday, June 10, starting at 1:00pm! Join the Lepley & Co. team for an afternoon of painting. In this workshop, the Lepley & Co. team will walk you through painting plant pots.
Register at www.MassillonMuseum.org/Tickets or by calling 330-833-4061. Please register by Thursday, June 8, to reserve your spot! A parent or guardian must purchase a ticket and remain for the duration of the workshop.
The second installment of MassMu's 2023 Rhythms concert series will feature three musical acts on Thursday, June 15. Two beloved bands from Akron's fabled early punk scene, the Bizarros and The HiFis, will be joined by singer-songwriter Anya Van Rose and her trio. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $10 for members. Membership will be verified at the door, and memberships can be purchased at any time. Tickets can be purchased online, in person, or via phone.
The second installment of MassMu's 202
The second installment of MassMu's 2023 Rhythms concert series will feature three musical acts on Thursday, June 15. Two beloved bands from Akron's fabled early punk scene, the Bizarros and The HiFis, will be joined by singer-songwriter Anya Van Rose and her trio. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $12 for general admission and $10 for members. Membership will be verified at the door, and memberships can be purchased at any time. Tickets can be purchased online, in person, or via phone.
All are welcome to attend this free, family-friendly and accessible event as our way of extending thanks to the community for supporting its Museum. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and invite your friends. We'll welcome fan favorites Carlos Jones + to set the tone for what is always a magical evening in the heart of downtown. The band's reggae rhythms carry this annual party and guests are invited to dance or even limbo along! Doors open at 5:30pm and food service begins at 6:00pm.
All are welcome to attend this free, famil
All are welcome to attend this free, family-friendly and accessible event as our way of extending thanks to the community for supporting its Museum. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and invite your friends. We'll welcome fan favorites Carlos Jones + to set the tone for what is always a magical evening in the heart of downtown. The band's reggae rhythms carry this annual party and guests are invited to dance or even limbo along! Doors open at 5:30pm and food service begins at 6:00pm.
Admission to the family-focused event is free. There is no cost for most activities; some have a minimal charge. Social service agencies, civic groups, churches, arts organizations, and businesses set up dozens of games, art projects, activities, and information stations. Families love free take-away items—coloring books, pencils, balloons, banks, bookmarks, and puzzles.
Fun Fest is intended to provide all the fun of a festival with a focus on meaningful activities.
Admission to the family-focused event is f
Admission to the family-focused event is free. There is no cost for most activities; some have a minimal charge. Social service agencies, civic groups, churches, arts organizations, and businesses set up dozens of games, art projects, activities, and information stations. Families love free take-away items—coloring books, pencils, balloons, banks, bookmarks, and puzzles.
Fun Fest is intended to provide all the fun of a festival with a focus on meaningful activities.
John W. Carlson is on view starting on September 16, and will remain on view through November 12, 2023! This exhibition includes paintings, prints, drawings, and objects from Cleveland artist John W. Carlson. Join us for the exhibition reception on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
John W. Carlson is on view starting on Sep
John W. Carlson is on view starting on September 16, and will remain on view through November 12, 2023! This exhibition includes paintings, prints, drawings, and objects from Cleveland artist John W. Carlson. Join us for the exhibition reception on Saturday, September 16, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.