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MUSEUMS

Kent State University Museum

 

The Kent State Museum contains important collections of fashion and decorative arts. Its eight galleries feature.

Address:

515 Hilltop Drive
Kent, OH 44240

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.672.3450

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The Kent State University Museum is one of the stops on the Ohio Trails & Tales Creativity Trail. To learn more about the trail visit: america250-ohio.org

HISTORICAL SITES

Kelso House Museum

“The Brimfield Historical Society and Kelso House Museum aims to inspire the community by collecting, preserving and exhibiting artifacts from the township’s past and fostering connections to people and ideas.”

Address:

4158 State Route 43
Brimfield, OH 44240

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.673.1058

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Kent Historical Society

“KHS is not just a historical society, but also a museum located near beautiful downtown Kent, Ohio. We have an abundance of Kent artifacts, and guess what? You can touch, sit, and immerse yourself in Kent’s rich history. You’re welcome to visit during regular hours, schedule time with our experts, or plan a field trip. Come see our collection of historic artifacts and collections. Admission is always free!”

Visit their website for open times.

Address:

297 E. Main St.
Kent, OH 44240

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.678.2712

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Portage County Historical Society Museum

 

The Museum, Homes, Campbell Land Office, Ford Seed Building and Clock Tower are open for tours during regular hours.

Address:

6549 N. Chestnut St.
Ravenna, OH

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.296.3523

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LIVE MUSIC

The Kent Stage

The Kent Stage was constructed in 1927 as a silent movie and vaudevillian theater and is the sole surviving downtown theater in the county.

The Kent Stage is the host of approximately 150 concerts a year, the Kent Blues Fest, film festivals and numerous plays.

 

Address:

175 East Main Street 
Kent, OH 44240

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.677-5005

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SHOPPING

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets

 

Conveniently located on Rte. 43 in Aurora, just 30 minutes from Cleveland and Akron, Aurora Farms Premium Outlets is home to 70 designer and brand names.

Address:

549 S. Chillicothe Road
Aurora, OH 44202

Contact Info:

Phone: (330) 562-2000

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JUST AROUND THE CORNER

Blossom Music Center (15 miles from Kent)

 

Blossom Music Center is an outdoor amphitheatre that hosts the Cleveland Orchestra Summer Series, as well as rock, jazz and country concerts.

Address:

1145 West Steels Corners Rd,
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.877.9860

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Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market (15 miles from Kent)

 

The Hartville Marketplace & Flea Market features 80+ indoor shops year-round and 800+ outdoor vendors in peak season for a unique family experience in the heart of Ohio.

Address:

1289 Edison St., NW,
Hartville, OH 44632

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.877.9860

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Hower House Museum
(14 miles from Kent)

Hower House is a second Empire Italianate structure, built in 1871 by Akron Industrialist, John Henry Hower and his wife, Susan Youngker Hower.

Address:

The University of Akron – 60 Fir Hill
Akron, Ohio

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.972.6909

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Pro Football Hall of Fame (30 miles from Kent)

 

The Pro Football Hall of Fame is the Ultimate Destination for Fans & Families.

Address:

2121 George Halas Drive N.W.
Canton, OH

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.456.8207

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Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (14 miles from Kent)

 

Stan Hywet is one of the finest examples of Tudor Revival architecture in America. The historic 65-room mansion sits on more than 70 acres of artfully landscaped gardens and grounds.

Address:

714 North Portage Path
Akron, OH

Contact Info:

Phone: 330.836.5533

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