Sakura Festival Canal History Walk

Sat Apr 04 2026 at 03:00 pm to 05:45 pm UTC-04:00

Cascade Locks Park Association - Mustill Store Museum | Akron

Downtown Akron Partnership
Publisher/HostDowntown Akron Partnership
Sakura Festival Canal History Walk
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Take a guided 45‑minute stroll from the Beech Street Trailhead to the Mustill Store Museum exploring the history of the towpath trail.
About this Event

45 minutes • 0.3 miles Meet at 3 PM or 5 PM • to

Take a guided 45‑minute stroll from the Beech Street Trailhead to the Mustill Store Museum, exploring the industrial and cultural history that shaped this stretch of the Towpath Trail. Along the way, you’ll uncover stories of the canal era, the evolution of energy sources and transportation, and the vibrant legacy of Akron’s Little Harlem, once a lively hub of music, nightlife, and community just steps from the trail.

The walk ends at the Mustill Store Museum, where the festival atmosphere continues with:

  • Live music by
  • Create‑your‑own origami design to take home
  • Pop‑up shopping including Japan’s favorite soda pop with a Mustill Store tie-in, baked treats, and more!

Join us for a perfect blend of history, blossoms, and community in the heart of Cascade Locks Park.


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Cascade Locks Park Association - Mustill Store Museum, 57 West North Street, Akron, United States

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