First Congregational Church, Akron
The First Congregational Church of Akron stands as an enduring architectural and spiritual landmark, designed in 1910 by Charles Henry & Son in a Richardsonian Romanesque style. The exterior immediately captivates visitors with its massive masonry fa莽ade, crenellated tower, and richly hued stained-glass windows. This historic structure passed into the National Register of Historic Places in 2004, testament to its architectural and cultural importance as Akron鈥檚 oldest congregation, originally chartered in 1835.
Stepping inside, visitors are likely to be enchanted by the church鈥檚 innovative "Akron Plan" interior鈥攁 design concept popular in the late 19th century that features a rounded sanctuary surrounded by radiating classrooms. The sanctuary and adjoining spaces have retained original details such as carved oak woodwork, decorative plaster moldings, and a recently refreshed pipe organ. Beyond its architectural impact, First Congregational is affiliated with the United Church of Christ.
Stepping inside, visitors are likely to be enchanted by the church鈥檚 innovative "Akron Plan" interior鈥攁 design concept popular in the late 19th century that features a rounded sanctuary surrounded by radiating classrooms. The sanctuary and adjoining spaces have retained original details such as carved oak woodwork, decorative plaster moldings, and a recently refreshed pipe organ. Beyond its architectural impact, First Congregational is affiliated with the United Church of Christ.
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Sight Name: First Congregational Church
Sight Location: Akron, USA (See walking tours in Akron)
Sight Type: Religious
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Sight Location: Akron, USA (See walking tours in Akron)
Sight Type: Religious
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Walking Tours in Akron, Ohio
Create Your Own Walk in Akron
Creating your own self-guided walk in Akron is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Historical Churches
Akron has room for many different congregations, thus followers of every religion can find their place in the city, be it a Methodist, Lutheran, Catholic or Presbyterian church. Take this tour and discover the historical religious venues of Akron.
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles
Akron Introduction Walking Tour
Akron, Ohio takes pride in a number of historic and cultural attractions found in the city. Among the most notable of them is the Akron Art Museum, showcasing modern artworks including pop art and photographs, housed in a 19th century building with an ultra-modern glass and steel addition. If you want to know more about Akron, its dramatic past and eventful present, take this orientation walk and... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.2 Km or 3.2 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 5.2 Km or 3.2 Miles