Valentine's Tea & Program takes place Sunday, Feb. 12, 2 to 4 p.m. There are a limited number of seats available for the Hower House Valentine's Tea Program, Feb. 12, 2 to 4 p.m., the organization's first public event of the year. Guests will be treated to a selection of savories and sweets, paired with tasty hot teas, a fun and informative program and a self-guided … [Read more...]
Hower House Museum presents Holidays Around the World!
Catch the holiday spirit with a visit to fully decorated Hower House Museum! A true annual tradition, this 1871 Victorian mansion has its 28 rooms decked out in grand style for the season which began early November and continues through December 30. A dedicated corps of volunteers has offered their own unique interpretations of this year’s theme: Holidays Around the World, … [Read more...]
Hower House Museum hosts A Christmas Carol Tea
A Christmas Carol Tea (Dickensian Brunch) Sunday, Dec. 11, 10:30 a.m. to noon Enjoy an array of delectable savories and sweets, all paired with delicious teas. Price includes a walk-through tour of the Hower House Museum, which is currently fully decorated for the season! Our theme this year is: Holiday Around the World. You will also be able to shop in the lovely Cellar … [Read more...]
Hower House Museum Momento Mori Civil War Exhibit
Hower House Museum presents October mini exhibit: Civil War: Memento Mori – October 5 through 29 There have been numerous documents, essays, books, and articles published on the topic of the American Civil War regarding its real or supposed cause, the skill or carelessness of its military leaders, battles fought, strategies used, and their bravery or cowardice. The … [Read more...]
OcTuba Ensemble (Hower House Museum Concert Series)
Friday, Oct. 28. OcTuba Ensemble: 7 p.m. Who can resist a tuba concert and in the spookiest month of the year?! Ticket price includes self-guided tour of the Civil War mini-exhibit on view at the Hower House Museum. Prepaid reservations: Oct. 24. Limited seating. Costumes encouraged! Light refreshments following. Cost Per Concert: $15/per person; $5 for students with … [Read more...]
Mad Hatter Tea & Tour at Hower House Museum
Mad Hatter Tea & Tour Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016 2 to 4 p.m. Enjoy an array of delectable savories and sweets, all paired with delicious teas. Price includes a festive and fun program presented by Evelyna Nightingale, a walk-through tour of the Hower House Museum, and shopping in the always lovely Cellar Door Store. Wear your most creative and outrageous chapeau … [Read more...]
Hower House Museum hosts Springtime in Paris Mother’s Day Tea
Springtime in Paris Mother’s Day Tea takes place May 7, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring Mom to Tea At Hower House Museum. Create a precious memory while sharing elegant tea fare with Mom, Grandma, daughter, favorite cousin, and/or special friends. The event includes tea, savories and sweets, a program, walk-through tour and shopping in the Cellar Door Store. Cost is $32.00 for … [Read more...]
UA graduate brass quintet covers, classical, Beatles
Concert Series: Graduate Brass Quintet (The University of Akron) Thursday, April 21, 7 p.m. -- Hower House Museum presents The University of Akron’s Graduate Brass Quintet, under the direction of Dr. Christopher Blaha, performing in the round. The program includes a variety of music from classical to The Beatles. Featured pieces include the "Canzona Bergamasca" by Samuel … [Read more...]
Conversation Series: Paintings Conservation with Wendy Partridge
Conversation Series: Paintings Conservation with Wendy Partridge (Paintings Conservator, ICA, Cleveland) Saturday, April 9, 10 to 11:45 a.m. Sponsored by the Friends of Hower House, we invite you to the final lecture in the series on the care and preservation of selected pieces in our museum collection along with practical tips for care of your own personal collectibles. … [Read more...]
Hower House Museum hosts Victorians’ Artisan Fair
18th Annual Hower House Museum Victorians’ Artisan Fair takes place March 18-19 -- The Hower House will host the Victorians' Artisan Fair Friday, March 18, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and and Saturday, March 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meander through the elegant surroundings of Hower House while shopping from selected artists, who are providing whimsical handcrafted items from local … [Read more...]