Summit County Historical Society of Akron, Ohio

The Summit County Historical Society (SCHS) was founded in 1924 by the Cuyahoga Portage chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution to celebrate the centennial of the City of Akron.

In 1981, the Society sponsored the publication of Akron: City at the Summit by George Knepper and in 1983, SCHS renovated the former wood shed into exhibit space and offices.

In 1986, the Perkins Stone Mansion was completely restored and in 1992 the Carriage house was renovated for the use of exhibits and meeting space.

In 2006, the interior restoration was part of a project guided by the Junior League of Akron and a replica of the original Perkins Gazebo was erected on the grounds.

These trunks focus on World War I, the Victorian woman, American consumerism of the early 20th century, the Lighter Than Air industry, The Perkins Stone Mansion, African-American history, the 1960s, the Cascade Locks in Akron, the Ohio and Erie Canal, and John Brown (abolitionist).

Educational programs are provided to local schools on The Ohio and Erie Canal and Prehistoric life in Summit County.

These programs cover World War I, World War II, the Victorian Woman, Inventions, The Hobo, Grandma's Attic / Grandpa's Garage, The Baby Boom Years, Victorian Valentines, Doctor's Black Bag, Christmas Traditions, Reliving Christmas Through Music, and the Ohio and Erie Canal.

Two programs are provided to fourth grade classes in the Akron Public School system, "Towpath to the Past" and "River Through Time.

"[4] The Society maintains a collection of thousands of donated artifacts including clothing, tools, furniture, personal belongings, and artwork relating to Akron and Summit County.