As 2025 comes to a close, Akron’s bicentennial celebration is also winding down. The city was founded by Simon Perkins on Dec. 6, 1825.

But residents want to continue exploring the city’s rich history, said Mark Greer, executive director of Akron200, the nonprofit tasked with planning and executing the bicentennial.

“To be able to touch all corners and all communities of Akron was one of the things that we were very intentional about wanting to achieve,” Greer said. “Our partners, our sponsors, all of the attendees have really made the bicentennial a memorable experience.”

Greer has heard from residents that they are particularly eager to learn more about places outside of their respective neighborhoods.

“I think that may be one of the biggest surprises, and one of the things we set ou

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