Special Exhibitions

Find out what exhibitions are currently on view at museums in the Canton area and throughout the Stark County region.

Area museums invoke visitors with expressive showcases of art, science, and history. From nationally acclaimed, traveling exhibitions to thoughtfully showcased museum collections presented by local curators, Stark County and the northeast Ohio region abound with cultural institutions.

Valid Jul 26, 2025 — Jan 01, 2030

Massillon Faithful

For over ninety years, thousands of people have joined the Booster Club to get a closer look at the team, and help instill a stronger sense of spirit and pride within the…

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Valid May 06, 2025 — Apr 30, 2027

The Eras Exhibit: 250 Years of First Ladies’ Progress and Power

Exhibit on view: 5/6/2025 - 4/30/2027 From the nation’s earliest days to the modern era, First Ladies have shaped American history through advocacy, diplomacy, and cultural influence. The Eras Exhibit will take…

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Valid May 16 — Jun 20

Various Flowers and Their Surprising Strengths by Justin Michael Will

Justin is a painter, illustrator, and sculptural artist working in Cleveland, Ohio. Currently painting and sculpting out of his studio at Vessel City in Gordon Square, he also maintains a commercial illustration…

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Valid Jun 25 — Aug 10

America 250: Reflections of America

This exhibition celebrates America through the eyes of those who have lived it—welcoming artwork that reflects the country’s identity, traditions, and spirit.

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Valid May 04 — Jun 27

83rd Annual May Show

Founded in 1942, The Little Art Gallery's May Show is a juried fine art exhibition featuring artists who live and/or work in Stark County. The exhibit is on display May 4 through…

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Valid Apr 08 — Dec 31

Reflecting on Milestones

The Massillon Museum’s new Second Floor Lobby, Reflecting on Milestones, displays artifacts from the Museum’s permanent collection that are between 200 and 250 years old, providing points of connection to those who…

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Valid May 08 — Jun 30

“Elsewhere” — Artwork by Lizzi Aronhalt

In "Elsewhere", Lizzi Aronhalt continues her ongoing exploration of place, memory, and personal history through drawing and painting. Her work is rooted in a desire to understand the world through observation and…

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Valid Jun 19 — Nov 27

A Legacy Revived: Exploring Stark County’s Rich Black History

This exhibition explores the history of the Black communities of Canton, Massillon, Alliance, and Waynesburg. It takes visitors on a journey beginning in the early 1800s, when the first Black families arrived…

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Valid May 30 — Oct 18

Driving Forces: The Lincoln Highway Journey

The nation's first dedicated automobile route runs coast-to-coast through Massillon. Driving Forces is an exploration of Lincoln Highway history and its symbolic significance, marking Massillon's 200th anniversary and America 250. The exhibition…

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Valid Feb 04 — Dec 31

Pro Football and the American Spirit

America 250 at the Pro Football Hall of Fame honors the players, coaches, and contributors who served the United States during times of military conflict. Located in the Pro Football Today gallery…

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Valid Feb 07 — Jul 12

Play Like a Girl: Flag Football in the City of Champions

Play Like a Girl: Flag Football in the City of Champions will be on view in the Paul Brown Museum February 7 through July 12, 2026. The Paul Brown Museum's exhibition, Play…

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