Cummings Center for the History of Psychology at The University of Akron

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The Drs. Nicholas and Dorothy Cummings Center for the History of Psychology (CCHP) is located at The University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. Founded in 1965 and an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, it is a unique institution that cares for, provides access to, and interprets the historical record of psychology and related human sciences.

The CCHP includes a museum of psychology that highlights artifacts, documents, films, and photographs from the history of the human sciences. It is also ... view more »

LOCATION

Cummings Center for the History of Psychology at The University of Akron

73 S. College Street, The University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325

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Accessibility Information

  • Wheelchair Access

    Wheelchair Access

ADDITIONAL ACCESSIBILITY INFO: A wheelchair accessible ramp is located on the northeast side of the building, near the main entrance. The museum is housed on the ground floor, and an interior elevator provides access to the Institute galleries, located on the fourth floor. A wheelchair is also kept on-site and is available for loan to those visiting the museum and archives.  Select displays may not be fully wheelchair accessible. Assistance is available to access the content of these displays.

Standard strollers are welcome.

The museum includes a variety of audio, visual, and hands-on exhibits. We are currently working to develop alternative forms of access for select exhibits. For more information, please contact us at ahap@uakron.edu.

PARKING INFO

Free parking is available in the lot directly adjacent to the building. This lot contains a dedicated accessible parking spot near the museum entrance.

Free parking is also available in Lot 30 at the corner of College and Market streets, which contains several accessible parking spaces.

Metered parking is available along South College Street. Pavement from Lot 30 and metered parking may be uneven, and people with limited mobility should exercise caution.

PUBLIC HOURS

HOURS: Tuesday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday, 1 – 8 p.m.
Thursday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Closed Sunday and Monday

PUBLIC ADMISSION FEES

  • $10 – Adults
  • $5 – College ID & Children (under 18)
  • $20 – Family
  • $5/person – Groups of 10+
  • $3/person – Museums for All program
  • Free – University of Akron students, staff, & faculty (with valid ID)
  • Free – with a military ID card or veteran ID card

PHOTOS

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  • Visitors exploring the Museum

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