3 Questions: What’s new at the Akron Children’s Museum?

AKRON, Ohio — Traci Buckner joined the Akron Children’s Museum as Executive Director after 18 years of service in the Akron Public School system and most recently as program officer at GAR Foundation, the largest private charitable foundation in Akron. Buckner is the founding instructional leader of the National Inventors Hall of Fame School, Center for STEM Learning and most recently served as Director of Specialty Programs.

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Buckner tells students about the museum’s current expansion project and what new displays are coming. Buckner also talks about her favorite things in the museum.

The Museum is holding a “Hands-On-Halloween” on Saturday, October 15th with crafts, face paintings and more. For times and future events, visit the Akron Children’s Museum website. https://akronkids.org/.

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