Join the Summit County Historical Society on a free tour of the John Brown Monument! The John Brown Monument is located on Akron Zoo property and is only accessible during tours. 

Upcoming tour dates: 

  • Saturday, July 19 at 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, August 7 at 12 p.m.
  • Saturday, August 16 at 10 a.m.
  • Thursday, September 4 at 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, September 20 at 10 a.m.

Enter the zoo parking lot and look for the John Brown Monument signs. This tour is uphill and on unlevel ground so please wear appropriate footwear.