Parts of Firestone Plant #1 clock tower to be preserved, building to be demolished
Firestone Plant #1 will be demolished, while elements of the clock tower and bricks will be saved under an agreement proposed by the City of Akron with the State Historic Preservation Office. The agreement, approved at an Urban Design and Historic Preservation Commission meeting Tuesday morning, requires the city to salvage portions of the clock tower and create a “historic homage” on the site.
Akron’s community calendar
Looking for things to do in Akron? Signal Akron’s events calendar is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the city each week. From family-friendly festivals and outdoor concerts to art exhibits, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties, we’ve gathered events that showcase the energy and creativity of our community.
Signal Akron in the community
Inside Akron’s 24 neighborhoods
Highland Square packs nightlife, popular events into a single square mile
Central Akron neighborhood is also home to more than 7,600 residents.
Firestone Park, Akron’s historic and walkable gem, still shines
Nestled just south of downtown, this neighborhood blends rubber roots, community pride and small-town charm.
Merriman Valley serves as ‘gateway’ to nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Hugging Akron’s northern border, this neighborhood simply known as the ‘The Valley’ blends commerce, community and natural resources.
