Archives Open House: Black History in Psychology

No history of psychology is complete without the stories of Black psychologists. This year marks the launch of our new Black History in Psychology Tour, a self-guided experience through the National Museum of Psychology that highlights the contributions of Black psychologists past and present. From pioneering figures like Charles Henry Turner and Mamie Phipps Clark to innovative research in intelligence, employment, and child development, this tour introduces visitors to a wealth of historical perspectives. Beginning in February, the Black History in Psychology Tour booklet will be available to museum visitors year-round at our front desk, at no additional cost.

During this free celebratory Open House, we’ll be setting up shop throughout the Museum, showing off rarely seen photographs, documents, and materials. Drop-in between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM to explore Black history in psychology, from the early 20th century to the present!

This event is free to attend, but registration is encouraged. Please RSVP to let us know you’re coming!

The event will take place on the 1st floor of the Cummings Center building. The street address is 73 S. College Street Akron, Ohio 44325-4302 (on the corner of Mill and College Streets).

A wheelchair accessible ramp is located on the northeast side of the building, near the main entrance. The National Museum of Psychology is wheelchair accessible. A wheelchair is available to loan for those visiting. Please contact us ahead of time with any accessibility requirements so we can work together to make your visit comfortable.

For more information, see our accessibility page: https://uakron.edu/chp/about-us/accessibility.

Complimentary visitor parking is available in the lot directly adjacent to our building, which includes four visitor spots and one accessible parking spot near the front door. Three additional complimentary visitor spaces are available in Lot 30, on the corner of College & Market Streets.

Paid parking is available in Lot 40 on Mill Street, just a short walk from the Cummings Center. Visitors must scan the ParkMobile QR code and enter their vehicle license plate. Additional metered parking is available on College Street. Metered parking is $1/hour and is operated by the City of Akron via the Flowbird app.

Local bus service is provided by Akron Metro. Stops closest to the Cummings Center are at Mill & College; E. Market & College; and Main & E. Bowery St. Further route details are available from Akron Metro.

For University of Akron students, faculty, and staff, the Roo Express stops at the nearby College St. Circle and at Fir Hill Towers.

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