Rocks of Mutton Hill

550 Copley Road,Akron OH 44320

02 October, 2021

Description

Learn more about the rocks on Mutton Hill during a walking tour around the property with Professor Joseph Hannibal. During an easy walk around Mutton Hill, we will hear about—and get a view of—the rock that underlies the hill, the stone used for the Perkins Stone Mansion, and the stone used for other historic items on this site. We will also explore the connection between the rock, the overlying soil, and the sheep. Geologist Joe Hannibal teaches paleontology at the University of Akron and is the author of Guide to the Building Stones and Cultural Geology of Akron. Founded in 1924, the mission of Summit County Historical Society, a 501(c)3 corporation, is to preserve and interpret the history of Summit County and Akron, and to educate regional communities about the people and events that have shaped our rich history.