Kent is a wonderful city located in Ohio, United States. Kent is the largest city in Portage County and also the most beautiful one in the whole area. Kent Ohio is actually situated in the proximity of Cuyahoga River, which offers a special charm to the city. Kent Ohio has an area of 9.3 square miles (24.0 square kilometers), while its population has reached a total of more than 28,900 residents. Kent was founded in 1805, under the name of Franklin Mills, but the area was incorporated under its current name in 1867. Kent has developed as a manufacturing center, but also as a cultural one of the area. Visiting Kent Ohio surely is a great choice, as the city is filled with amazing cultural sights and places of a scenic beauty.
Top Attractions within Kent
Fred Fuller Park is one of the most popular parks you will be able to find in Kent. Actually, Kent Ohio is the city of parks, as about 20 such natural spots can be found in this great American city. Fred Fuller is the largest park in Kent, being located along Cuyahoga River. So, no matter the type of sport you will want to play in Kent, you will definitely find great conditions in this park, which also includes softball and baseball courts.
The Kent Heritage Festival is one of the most important events to take place in the city. The festival is held during the Independence Day, every year in July. Various forms of entertainment can be enjoyed during the festival, so there is no wonder that more than 25.000 people attend it every year.
The Kent Stage is one of the most important cultural venues located in Kent Ohio. Many musical shows and theater performances are held in this spot, but here you will also have the possibility to watch some amazing movies. International performers can be seen on the Kent Stage.
The Kent State Museum displays the history of fashion and decorative arts in the United States, its collections including exhibits dating back to the 18th century till present times, exhibits from artists from all around the world.
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| Book At | Miles/km to Kent | Directions to Kent | Latitude | Longitude |
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| Streetsboro | 6/10 | Directions | 41.23922 | -81.34594 |
| Cuyahoga Falls | 7/11 | Directions | 41.13394 | -81.48456 |
| Hudson | 7/12 | Directions | 41.24006 | -81.44067 |
| Akron | 10/16 | Directions | 41.08144 | -81.51901 |
| Fairlawn | 13/22 | Directions | 41.12783 | -81.60984 |
| Northfield | 16/26 | Directions | 41.34505 | -81.52845 |
| Solon | 17/27 | Directions | 41.38978 | -81.44123 |
| Akron Canton | 17/27 | Directions | 40.915523 | -81.436943 |
| *Distance is calculated aerial. Actual will be different. | ||||
