Historic House Museums | Hower House Museum
Provides a museum of the home of John Henry Hower, a leading Akron industrialist (1870s to early 1900s). Offers public tours conducted by Hower House Museum guides. Hosts events reflecting the Victorian era such as teas, programs, exhibits, holiday festivities, speakers, and other activites.
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Physical Address
60 Fir Hill, Akron, OH 44304
Hours
Tours are offered: Friday and Saturday: Noon to 3:00pm (last tour starts at 2:00pm). - Closed in January, February, and on major holidays. Cellar Door Boutique Gift Shop: - Open during tour times.
Voice
Fax
(330) 384-2635
Application process
Call the office or visit the website for more information.
Fee
Admission Fees: - $10 adults. - $8 adults age 65 and older. - $2 student and children. - No fee for children age 12 and under with paid adult admission. - Free parking is available. - Discounted tours with SNAP/EBT card.
Eligibility
There are no restrictions for this service.
Languages
None.
Service area
Ohio
Agency info
Hower House Museum
Hower House is a 28-room Victorian Mansion built in 1871 by John Henry Hower. Guided tours of the mansion are available from February to December. Offers a schedule of events, exhibits, programs, educational tours, and a gift shop. Rents the building for events.