Akron - Hower House

The Hower House in Akron was built in 1871 by John Henry Hower. It is an elegant Second Empire Italianate style three story mansion with 28 rooms, including the top floor, which is a ballroom. The home still contains some of the Hower family furnishings and heirlooms. The property was donated to the University of Akron and is maintained by the university, the Friends of Hower House, and the Hower House Victorians through the help of private donations.

Hower House is listed on the National Register of Historic Places