First United Methodist Church, Akron

The First United Methodist Church is a historic spiritual and architectural landmark that has been serving the community since the early 1830s. Founded just a few years after Akron鈥檚 incorporation, the church played a pivotal role in the spread of Methodism and in shaping the city鈥檚 identity. The congregation has rebuilt multiple times鈥攆irst after fires and again following electrical damage鈥攂ut always remained committed to its downtown roots.

The church stands as a testament to Akron鈥檚 historical growth鈥攐ne of the earliest to adopt the innovative 鈥淎kron Plan鈥� in the 1870s, which revolutionized church design by integrating the Sunday school with the sanctuary space for greater community engagement. Though its original stone construction has evolved over time, the church continues to blend traditional charm with modern amenities.

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Sight Name: First United Methodist Church
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

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

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