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Share Your Story

The story of our cultural future is being written daily — by people like you.. From artists and educators to neighbors and entrepreneurs, each act of creativity, connection, and collaboration adds a new chapter to that story.

You don’t have to set out to “advance a priority” to be part of this work. If the statements of belief behind the Cultural Plan reflect the spirit of what you do — if your efforts bring people together, spark imagination, honor tradition, or create a more welcoming community — then your story is part of this larger movement.

By sharing these stories, we can celebrate the incredible work already happening, inspire others to get involved, and show how arts, culture, entertainment, and recreation are shaping a more vibrant and resilient future for Summit County.

Share your story here

We’ll use submissions to celebrate local creativity, spark new ideas, and show how much energy and momentum already exists across Summit County.

The story of our cultural future is being written every day — and by sharing yours, you help write the next chapter.

 
 

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Assuage HER Events in Summit County
Assuage HER Events in Summit County
Engagement, Connections, AccessAmp StrategyMay 16, 2024
Ohio Land Bank Association Annual Conference
Ohio Land Bank Association Annual Conference
Placemaking, EngagementAmp StrategyMay 9, 2024#AkronSummitCulturalPlan, #DesignMatters
Assuage HER (Healing Encouraged and Reinforced)
Assuage HER (Healing Encouraged and Reinforced)
Access, EngagementAmp StrategyApril 17, 2024
Proyecto RAICES Poetry From Hispanic Youth
Proyecto RAICES Poetry From Hispanic Youth
Equity, AccessAmp StrategyApril 11, 2024
Introducing "Qu in Recovery" with Dr. Laura Wood and Dave Mowers
Introducing "Qu in Recovery" with Dr. Laura Wood and Dave Mowers
Equity, TalentAmp StrategyMarch 26, 2024
Women In Arts Exhibit Presented by the The Stow Arts Commission
Women In Arts Exhibit Presented by the The Stow Arts Commission
Economic Impact, ConnectionsAmp StrategyMarch 8, 2024
Congratulations to the 2023 ArtsForward Grant Recipients!
Congratulations to the 2023 ArtsForward Grant Recipients!
Amp StrategyNovember 28, 2023
White Rabbit Galleries Provides Exhibition Opportunities and More for Summit County Artists
White Rabbit Galleries Provides Exhibition Opportunities and More for Summit County Artists
Talent, ResourcesAmp StrategySeptember 15, 2023
City of Stow to Create Community Gathering Space
City of Stow to Create Community Gathering Space
Education, PlacemakingAmp StrategyJuly 20, 2023City of Stow
Don't Miss Out on the ArtsForward Grant Program Ending on June 30th, 2023!
Don't Miss Out on the ArtsForward Grant Program Ending on June 30th, 2023!
Amp StrategyJune 21, 2023
Artist Resources
Amp StrategyJune 21, 2023
Stow Artists Unveil New Mural in Munroe Falls to Celebrate River Exploration
Stow Artists Unveil New Mural in Munroe Falls to Celebrate River Exploration
Public Art, PlacemakingAmp StrategyJune 12, 2023Munroe Falls, Stow, Float the River, Kimmy Henderson, Anne Geraghty, Derek Kreider, Akron Beacon Journal
Akron Zoo Receives Age-Friendly Seal of Approval
Akron Zoo Receives Age-Friendly Seal of Approval
Equity, AccessibilityAmp StrategyJune 2, 2023Environment, Akron Zoo, County of Summit
ArtsForward: Support Resources for Artists and Nonprofits
ArtsForward: Support Resources for Artists and Nonprofits
Amp StrategyMay 30, 2023artsforward
Sabertooth Public Art to Create New Mural for Great Work! Akron
Sabertooth Public Art to Create New Mural for Great Work! Akron
Placemaking, Public ArtAmp StrategyMay 25, 2023
The Annual Groundhog Show Presents Local Art in Portage Lakes
The Annual Groundhog Show Presents Local Art in Portage Lakes
Talent, ResourcesGuest UserMay 12, 2023
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs - Magical Theatre Company
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs - Magical Theatre Company
Education, EngagementAmp StrategyMay 1, 2023Magical Theatre Company, Barberton, 2023
Creative Arts Collaborative Center Offers Holistic Programs in Highland Square
Creative Arts Collaborative Center Offers Holistic Programs in Highland Square
Economic Impact, Placemaking, TalentGuest UserApril 28, 2023Environment + Culture
 Black Women Explore fosters safe space for minorities to enjoy outdoor recreation in Akron
Black Women Explore fosters safe space for minorities to enjoy outdoor recreation in Akron
Amp StrategyApril 21, 2023Environment + Culture, #EnvironmentandCulture
ArtsNow and Summit Artspace Host Akron Mayoral Town Hall on Arts,Culture, and the Environment
ArtsNow and Summit Artspace Host Akron Mayoral Town Hall on Arts,Culture, and the Environment
Nicole MulletApril 21, 2023
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