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Upcoming events:

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Opening Night – Black Friday
Friday, November 28 | 5–9 p.m.

Small Business Saturday
November 29 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Artists Sunday
November  30 | 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

This event is FREE to attend!

Summit Artspace is partnering with Akron Bazaar and Lock 3 to bring a Holiday Market to Downtown Akron the weekend after Thanksgiving! Join us at Lock 3, 200 S Main St, Akron, OH. 
Champion local artists and promote the giving of the arts this holiday season. The event will feature local arts and crafts vendors, encouraging people to purchase art as unique holiday gifts. Visit with Summit Artspace’s participating resident artists and vendors from our fantastic event partner, Akron Bazaar!

OUR MISSION

Summit Artspace connects artists and artist-serving organizations to the community and to the resources they need to thrive professionally, creatively, and financially.

Resident Artists & Organizations

Click here to learn more about our resident artists and organizations.

Galleries & Exhibitions

Read more about our exhibitions and view them virtually.

Public Programs

Learn about programs and opportunities to engage with the arts and local artists.

Summit Artspace is home to artist studios, creative businesses, and five galleries with new exhibitions four times each year. We provide public programs to engage the community with local artists and promote a strong, diverse, and vibrant arts and culture community.

Latest News

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Artists Sunday Weekend is at Lock 3 this year!

Summit Artspace is partnering with Akron Bazaar and Lock 3 to bring a holiday market to Downtown Akron the weekend after Thanksgiving! Join us at Lock 3 ...
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Summit Artspace Announces Anna E. Young as Director of Artist Programs & Exhibitions

Summit Artspace Executive Director, Natalie Grieshammer Patrick, has appointed Anna E. Young as Director of Artist Programs & Exhibitions, effective October 13. This selection follows ...
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Summit Artspace Announces Natalie Grieshammer Patrick as Executive Director

Akron, OHIO (September 19, 2025) — The Summit Artspace Board of Directors has named Natalie Grieshammer Patrick as executive director. The appointment follows a transitional ...
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