The Akron Art Museum is celebrating its centennial anniversary throughout 2022 and 2023, marking a significant milestone in its history. The museum officially turned 100 on February 1, 2022, and plans to honor this occasion with a series of public events and initiatives designed to engage the community and reflect on its legacy.

The year-long celebration will feature special events such as a centennial wine auction, a 1920s-themed mystery game, and a community block party. These events aim to commemorate the museum’s past while fostering connections for the future. The museum’s commitment to its core values, including Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion, will also be a focal point during this period, with plans to enhance accessibility within the building and convene its Community Advisory Council.

Founded in 1922 as the Akron Art Institute, the institution has evolved significantly over the past century, shifting its focus from art instruction and archaeological items to modern and contemporary art. Today, the museum boasts a collection of over 7,000 works, with a particular emphasis on painting, sculpture, and photography from the mid-20th century onward. The centennial celebration is seen as an opportunity to acknowledge these historical developments and build upon them for the next century.

Source: https://akronartmuseum.org/newsroom/the-akron-art-museum-celebrates-100-year-anniversary-in-2022/