Canal Square YMCA, Akron, OH
Posted by: 
kbarhow
N 41° 04.831 W 081° 31.409
17T E 456027 N 4547827
Older YMCA that was renovated in 1986, with upscale apartments on the upper floors. The Y is still quite active.
Waymark Code: WM3Z9C
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 06/10/2008
Views: 55
Classic art deco style building located in the canal district of Akron. In the early years rooms were rented out to local rubber industry workers. Do I see neon? Look closely at the "Y" on the spire. See the old postcard here:
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visit link)
The cornerstone on the side of the building says 1904 and 1930.
YMCA, YWCA: YMCA
Currently Being Used: Yes
Physical Address:
One Canal Square
Akron, OH USA USA USA
44308
National Association: YMCA of America
Local Association: Akron Area YMCA
Website: [Web Link]
Gym at this location?: yes
Daycare at this location?: yes
Date local association was founded: Not listed
Date building was built: Not listed
Temporary housing at this location?: Not Listed
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