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Tours

LAST DAY of public tours before we start decorating for the 2025 Holiday is Saturday 10/18/25. We will reopen to the public on Thursday 11/6/25. 

Events

October 2025 - Cellar Boutique Sale!

Member's Only Sale - 40% DISCOUNT ON ALL REGULAR PRICED ITEMS for current members. 

(Some exclusions may apply.) 

PLEASE BRING YOUR CURRENT MEMBERSHIP CARD TO RECIEVE THE DISCOUNT. 

The Special Sale will run from October 1st - 18th during tour hours. 

October 24th by appointment only. 

*** Bring a friend and they will receive 20% off their regular priced items. If they choose to join during their visit, they will receive the 40% off discount. If you would like to renew your membership at this because it has lapsed, you are also welcome to do that at this time. Your membership will be valid through December 31, 2026. 

Please call 330.972.6909 to schedule a time if you are not available during the tour hours. 

Sunday October 19th 2PM-4PM

Goodies and Guisings
Free Event for Children 12 and Under with an Adult

Join us for a children's Halloween event where they will explore the museum room by room, collect stickers, and will receive a bag of goodies at the end!
Children 12 and under please - No Blood, Gore, or Glitter
Children MUST Be accompanied by an adult the entire time
FREE but donations for the Museum are always welcome!
Limited to the First 50 RSVPs
Please call 330.972.6909 or email dmm47@uakron.edu for questions or to RSVP.
RSVPs due by 10/15/25

Monday November 3rd @ 6:30PM
Museum Musings Book Club
Presents Tracey Thomas
Little Miss Akron

Free for Current HHM Member / $8 Public

To RSVP Call 330.972.6909 or Email Dawn at dmm47@uakron.edu
Please feel free to leave a message and we will return your call.
(Reservations are encouraged but not required.)
Free for HHM Guild members with current membership; $8 special price for our HHM guests! $2 for Students with proper ID
(If you decide to join the HHM Guild this evening, you will not have to pay the door charge.)
Limited seating, light refreshments served; free onsite parking for guests.

Wednesday November 6th 2:00PM-6:00PM
2025 Holiday Preview

For Current HHM Guild Members and Decorators
Free for Current HHM Members and Decorators

To RSVP Call 330.972.6909 or Email Dawn at dmm47@uakron.edu
Please feel free to leave a message and we will return your call.
(Reservations are encouraged.)
Free for HHM Guild members with current membership and 2025 Holiday Decorators; $5 suggested donation for invited guests
(You are welcome to renew your membership or join the HHM Guild at this event!)
Light sweet refreshments served; free onsite parking for guests.

Mark Your Calendars!

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Hower House Museum Member Meet-ups

(Formerly Gadabouts)

The Gadabout Program was founded by our beloved member, Richard Hudkins, to create opportunities that allow for the members of the Hower House Museum Guild to socialize while learning something new, eating, and having fun!
(Each event will offer education, food, and fun!)

***Unless otherwise noted, these events are open to all current members and invited guests of the Hower House Museum Guild.

Preregistration is encouraged, but not required.

(330) 972.6909 or email dmm47@uakron.edu

***The prices listed here are subject to change and based on the maximum amount estimated for the cost of participating. No other charged or fees should apply. Participants are expected to pay these charges as they arise.

In other words, there is no cost to join us, but you will need to pay your own admission and buy your own food, when applicable.

Thursday October 23, 2025 @ 5:30 PM - Members Only Event 
Gadabout Halloween Potluck and Movie at Hower House Museum
Arrive at Hower House Museum at 5:30PM and eat at 6:00PM

• Bring a covered dish
• Costumes Encouraged 
• Movie - Hocus Pocus
• Call 330.972.6909 to RSVP and let us know what dish you would like to bring!

Current Exhibit

2025

Architecturally Speaking: Lasting influence of Jacob Snyder

The development of new materials, technologies, and social needs during the rapid industrialization of the nineteenth century significantly impacted architectural design. Where American industry favored standardized, functional architecture to promote efficient work, wealthy industrial profiteers wanted homes and public spaces that secured and reflected their social status.

Jacob Snyder was one of many influential architects and builders to navigate this period of unprecedented expansion and leave a lasting impact, though his name is less known. He co-created the “Akron Plan” for Sunday Schools and applied it to many of his commissions. Snyder’s design work reached prominence in the late nineteenth century and was developed through a lifetime of passion, education, and collaboration with local partners.

Explore the lasting impacts of Jacob Snyder’s life and works as we discuss the architect responsible for the Hower House Museum’s innovative and deliberate design. 

A special thank you to the researchers who helped make this exhibit possible: The Hower House Museum Staff, John Miller, Richard Haldi, Mina Philpott, Jon Schmitz, Ashley Ritcher, Jason Rodkey, and the residents of Shady Bend and the District 8 Schoolhouse.

The Exhibit is now open to the public during tours. 

Exhibit Reception will take place on Tuesday August 5, 2025 from 4PM-7PM. 

Holiday 2025

Opens to the Public on Thursday November 6th!

Tour days/times:
Thursdays - Saturdays - 12 noon until 3 p.m. (last tour at 2 p.m.)
Holiday Sundays   - 1 p.m. Until 4 p.m. (last tour at 3 p.m.)
Admission charged

Now Scheduling Group Tours for the 2025 Season! 

*Discounted Rates may be available for scheduled group tours. 

Please contact Dawn for more information at 330.972.6909 or dmm47@uakron.edu

Cellar Door Boutique - unique gift shop open during tour times

Free onsite parking for tours/events
Location: 60 Fir Hill, Akron Ohio 44304
On the campus of The University of Akron
330.972.6909