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Discovering Akron, Ohio

Akron, Ohio has been my hometown all my life. I was born and raised here.

Located in Summit County, North-East Ohio around fifty miles south of Cleveland, it can now boast the fact that it is also the hometown of basketball sensation, LeBron James, formerly of the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Over the years the city has undergone many changes. Formerly known as the Rubber Capital of the World, due to its indelible link with the rubber industry, it is now known as the City of Invention as it homes The National Inventor's Hall of Fame as well as an interactive museum of invention, referred to as Inventure Place.

As well as its moniker as the City of Invention, Akron also enjoys many notable "firsts", as well as a diverse cultural and historical background.

My hope is to highlight some of this diversity here, as I take you on a tour of Akron, OH.

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Contents at a Glance

Akron: The City of Invention
This is Akron, Ohio
Driving Directions For Akron, Ohio
Akron Skyline
Akron, OH Stats
Great Food in the Akron Area
Lock Three Park, Akron
The Weather in Akron, OH
Akron: Rediscovering a City in Transitio...

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Akron: The City of Invention

Since 1995, the National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum has been located in Akron, Ohio.

Originally founded in 1973, the Museum was situated in Washington DC before its move to Akron. It has several aims, including honoring those who who are responsible for great technological advances. Each May, new inductees are are named and honored at the Hall of Fame Induction ceremonies. There are currently 313 inductees and their biographies and exhibits of their work are prominently featured.

Required eligibility for induction:

1. Inventors must hold a US patent.
2. The invention must contribute to the welfare of mankind.
3. Promotes the progress of science and the useful arts.

In addition, the Museum also offers visitors the chance to view several permanent interactive exhibits, such as Fiber Optic where one can experiment with various aspects of fiber optics. There is also a workshop called Make It Area, as well as Kids Play which is an experimental area aimed at the under 7s.

Children are also catered for through Camp Invention, a summer program for kids, as well as Club Invention, which is an out-of-school program for kids, together with the Collegiate Inventors Competition.

Celebrated Northeast-Ohioans inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame are:

Charles Brush: arc light.
Thomas Alva Edison: incandescent electric light.
Harvey Firestone: pneumatic tire.
George Hulett: Hulett loading and unloading machines.
Garrett Morgan: inventor of the traffic light and gas mask.
Henry Timken: roller bearings.
Alexander Winton: contributions to automobile, bicycle, and diesel technology.

For further information such as admission prices and hours, contact:

National Inventors Hall of Fame Museum
221 S. Broadway
Akron, OH 44308-1505
330 762-4463

This is Akron, Ohio

A Video Travelogue of Akron

Driving Directions For Akron, Ohio

Akron Skyline

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Akron, OH Stats

The population of 44312 is 31,536.

That's #2414 out of all 42,305 zip codes.

97% of the population is white, which is 23 points more than the national average.

The average household income in 44312 is $37,758, which is $8,060 more than the typical average.

This contributes to the average house being worth $92,000. When the survey was done in 2000, that represented a difference of 17% from the typical value.

Men make up 48% of the population, and the typical age in this part of OH is 39.

Stats about: Akron, OH

Population: 31,536
Number of Households: 13,866
Average House Value: $92,000
Average Income per Household: $37,758
Elevation: 989 ft

Population Breakdown:

Great Food in the Akron Area

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Food in 44308

West Point Market (Akron): "I like to visit West Point Market when I'm in the Akron area because I enjoy good food and it is the most like Dorothy Lane Market in Dayton Ohio where I..." more
The Nervous Dog Cafe (Akron): "I know I'm not the only one who is sick of seeing a Starbucks and the like on every corner. I moved to Highland Square and was super excited to be within..." more
Mustard Seed Market & Cafe (Akron): "I wish we had a store like this in Indianapolis. Spacious, informative (recipes and helpful into on making dietary changes), wide selection of organic and..." more
West Side Bakery (Akron): "The mocha cheesecake is insanely delicious." more
Angel Falls Coffee Company (Akron): "I grew up in this coffee shop. I used to come here all the time when I was in high school at the Elms to meet up with friends. I love that this place hasn't..." more

Lock Three Park, Akron

Downtown Akron, Ohio

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The Weather in Akron, OH

Current weather conditions in Akron, OH (44312)

Local Pollen Reports

86°F (Feels like 88°F)

Last update: 5/25/12 5:54 PM EDT

Humidity: 49%
Visibility: 10.0 mi
Dew Point: 65°F
UV Index: 2 (Lawn and Garden Weather)
Barometer: 30.02in falling
Moon: Rush Hour Traffic
Wind: 13mph From: Airport Conditions

Tonight

Low
Low: 63°F
Sunrise: 5:59 AM
Sunset: 8:46 PM

Saturday
May 26

N/A
High: 89°F
Low: 66°F
Sunrise: 5:59 AM
Sunset: 8:47 PM

Sunday
May 27

Isolated T-Storms
High: 91°F
Low: 69°F
Sunrise: 5:58 AM
Sunset: 8:48 PM

Monday
May 28

Scattered T-Storms
High: 91°F
Low: 69°F
Sunrise: 5:58 AM
Sunset: 8:49 PM

Akron: Rediscovering a City in Transition

Nights Out in Akron

Here's what Yelpers have to say about Night Life in 44309

Square (Akron): "Where was Square when I lived in Akron? Now whenever I come home, it's a must stop for me! Great music, lots of rooms, fun people, cheap drinks, no..." more
750 Ml Wines (Akron): "I really do not enjoy leaving this review. I used to love this place and then they changed the furniture to plastic chairs and benches as hard has a rock. A..." more
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar (Akron): "I don't want to say too much, because I am selfish and want a seat at the bar!" more
Akron Civic Theatre (Akron): "10 stars!!!! absolutely the most gorgeous theatre i have ever been to. and i live in chicago, where we have lots. akron took the time to restore this..." more
The Matinée (Akron): "Still 5 stars! Great service, heavy pour and food next door when you drink too much!" more

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Frequently Updated News About Akron, OH

Akron in the Headlines

Gamblers can ban themselves from Ohio casinos: By Rick Armon Akron Beacon Journal AKRON, Ohio ? Even before the Horseshoe Casino Cleveland opened, Justin Gale knew he never wanted to step inside. Not because he's opposed to casino gaming, but because he's a compulsive gambler who can't control his ...
Falcon Chicks at FirstEnergy Lake Erie Power Plants Banded and Named by Ohio ...: AKRON, Ohio, May 25, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Eight peregrine falcon chicks hatched at FirstEnergy Corp.'s (NYSE:FE) Lake Shore Plant in Cleveland, Ohio, and Eastlake Plant in Eastlake, Ohio, recently received identification tags and names from ...
War of 1812 veterans honored in bicentennial year: By Kathleen Folkerth GREATER AKRON ? This year marks the bicentennial of the War of 1812, a military conflict that brought the battlefront to Ohio. Now some descendants of the war's veterans are doing their part to make sure local residents remember ...
13 years since the murder of Hannah Hill, final preparations under way for ...: AKRON, Ohio - A murder that rattled Akron's Ellet neighborhood 13 years ago is steps closer to being revisited as preparations are being made for the second trial of Denny Ross, 33, in connection with the death of 18-year-old Hannah Hill in 1999.

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mbgphoto May 18, 2011 @ 8:40 am | delete

Sounds like an interesting place to live. Blessed.

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prosperity66 Feb 4, 2011 @ 12:08 pm | delete

Looks like there are many green spaces in Akron Ohio... Something that's more and more missing in big towns but Akron doesn't look like a too big town, am I wrong, Rich?

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charlino Oct 7, 2010 @ 12:02 am | delete

Hello, Neighbor! Hometown Proud! Great lens!

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24websurf Sep 25, 2009 @ 10:43 pm | delete

Wow! This was wonderful information! Really, a 20 minute commute avg? That would be like running to McDonalds here in Atlanta. I think our avg commute is close to 1.5 hours. Sounds like a dream come true. As I watched the video I realized I may have to make a trip to that area soon and maybe we can visit :) Loved this lens!

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debnet Apr 19, 2009 @ 10:35 am | delete

Now I can visulise where you are!

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It's always fun learning about different places! Squidoo makes it easy.

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Vacation-In-My-Head Feb 18, 2009 @ 8:03 pm | delete

Great lens! My hometown is actually Lima, Ohio, and I learned some stuff about Akron that I didn't know, thanks. You might enjoy You Know You're From Lima If... 5*'s