Downtown Akron Partnership

The Richard Howe House has been restored and serves as a visitor information center for the Ohio & Erie National Heritage Canalway, a meeting center, and as offices for the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition.

47 W Exchange St
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 374-5657

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Clerk of Courts Galonski, Prosecutor Kolkovich and Summit Legal Defenders Team Up for 2nd Annual Expungement Filing Day EventSummit County Clerk of Courts Tavia Galonski and Summit County Prosecutor Elliot Kolkovich today announced a new Expungement Filing Day Event for Summit County residents who have eligible convictions in the Summit County Court of Common Pleas to be expunged or sealed under Ohio Law.

Polymer Industry Cluster Announces the Future Site of the Innovation Pilot FacilityThe Polymer Industry Cluster, in partnership with The University of Akron, is excited to announce the selected location for a new facility that will enable researchers, small businesses and established polymer companies to accelerate the production of advanced polymer materials and support go-to-market strategies for these innovators.

Street Craftery Unveils Expanded Candle Making and Gift Shop Experience in New Downtown HomeStreet Craftery, Akron’s premier candle making and art immersion studio is proud to announce its relocation and grand Opening Downtown, Akron. Now located at 68 E. Mill Street, Street Craftery soft-opened its vibrant new space on August 8, 2025, and will celebrate with a public ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, September 26 at 2:30 PM.

In addition to funding from downtown business and property owners, Downtown Akron Partnership receives support from the following philanthropic organizations.