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STAN HYWET HALL & GARDENS DECK THE HALL – 2024

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Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is once again celebrating the season with their annual “Deck the Hall” and Dazzle lightshow. Don’t let the holiday season slip by without planning a tour of this former home of the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company co-founder F.A. Seiberling and his family. Stan Hywet is the largest historic home in Ohio and sixth largest in the U.S.

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Deck the Hall Hours: Nov 29, 30. Dec. 1, 5-23, 26-30
3-8pm. Last entry/admission at 8pm; grounds stay open until 9pm
Location: 714 North Portage Path, Akron, Ohio
330-836-5533 | stanhywet.org

2024 Tickets:
– Mon. – Thurs.: $20 adults 18+; $9 youth (3-17); children 2 & under, free
– Fri. – Sun.: $24 adults 18+; $11 youth (3-17); children 2 & under, free
Tour Times: 3-8pm. Last entry/admission at 8pm; grounds stay open until 9pm.
Admissions closes at 8pm. Estate is open until 9pm.

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Twenty spaces in the Manor House are decorated – including 23 trees. This year I had a hard time picking my top three rooms.  But after much thought I really loved the paper magic in the Library, the festive and classic Dining Room and the Breakfast Room.  How can you not love the Muppets and hanging chickens?

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On the estate grounds there are over 1.4 million lights illuminating the pathways and gardens.  You will also find photo op stations throughout the estate. They day of my visit it was raining, but that did not dampen the light display or the tour. (Just watch the weather, dress accordingly and bring an umbrella if necessary.)

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Just one of the photo op stations on the estate.

The Playgarden has been turned into a magical snow and ice wonderland. A great place for photo ops. The lighted picture frame is perfect for family or group photos. Don’t forget to snap a few around the adorable blue truck.

ALLOW TIME to visit the Corbin Conservatory, where you will find beautiful holiday poinsettia’s to purchase. Bring cash. The blue and purple poinsettias were so pretty and different.

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DON’T FORGET to make a stop after your tour at Molly’s Courtyard Café’ where you can purchase one of those famous warm gingerbread cookies and a cup of hot chocolate. Beer, wine & giant pretzels are also available.

SHOP & SUPPORT: Find unique gifts, holiday décor’, Stan Hywet ornaments and more in Molly’s Shop. A gift membership to Stan Hywet may be the perfect gift for someone on your list.

VISIT THE MAN IN THE RED SUIT: Just outside Molly’s Shop is where you will find Santa himself and two animated shop windows, including my favorite “The Gingerbread Bakeshop”.  A warm gingerbread cookie with a cup of hot chocolate around the fire is always a delights.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO.
  1. Purchase tickets ahead of time.
  2. The house is not handicapped accessible. There are steps. Parts of the garden includes walking on a stone path.
    The walk from the parking area to the Manor and Conservatory is paved.
  3. Photography is permitted but no video or flash.
  4. Tours are self-guided. Last tour starts one hour before closing.
  5. Free parking is available on-site.
  6. Dress for the weather.

TIDBIT: “Stan Hywet Hall & Garden is the former home of Goodyear Tire & Ribber Company co-founder F.A. Seiberling and his family. Since 1957, it has been a non-profit historic house museum where the public can learn about the cultural, educational, and inspirational riches of one of the most significant achievements in architectural and horticultiral to come our of America’s Industrial Age.”

MAKE IT A DAY!

The STan Hywet Hall & Gardens is located in Akron and just minutes from these noteworthy stops:

  1. Don Drumm Studios & Gallery – Akron, near the University of Akron
  2. The Bomb Shelter – Retro store
  3. The Peanut Shoppe – Downtown Akron
  4. Perkins Stone Mansion – Summit County Historical Society
  5. Hower House Museum Holiday Home Tour – University of Akron

 

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Diane is the owner and editor of MyOhioFun.com. She is an avid baker, gardener, Little Free Library owner, who loves to read and travel.  She spends most of her days sharing her love of things to do in Ohio, as well as creating destinations and itineraries for group tours and individual travelers.

Editor’s note:  I was given media admission to this event.  Any use of the above article or images without prior permission, will be in violation of copyright laws.

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