Open World Arcade

About the Akron Art MuseumThe Akron Art Museum, dedicated to enriching lives through modern and contemporary art, showcases regional, national and international art created since 1850. The museum’s collection is presented in a spectacular facility designed by Viennese architectural firm Coop Himmelb(l)au and includes over 5,000 works of art, with a strong focus on contemporary painting, sculpture and photography. Nearly a dozen exhibitions each year present prominent artists in various media including painting, sculpture, photography, video, design and glass.In addition to its ever-changing collection and exhibitions, the museum offers many opportunities to Live Creative through programs that include films and video, lectures, workshops, tours and concerts.Museum InformationAddress:One South High, Akron, OH 44308Tel:330.376.9186

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Press Play! For one day, our galleries and lobby will transform into the Open World Arcade.

Try out some of the classic video games that inspired artists in the exhibition <a href="http://bit.ly/AAM_OpenWorld" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Open World: Video Games &amp; Contemporary Art.</a> Plus: explore a showcase of indie tabletop and video games and meet their designers. This family-friendly event offers fun for gamers of all levels. Can you earn the top score?<h3>Choose from 3 arcade sessions (you are NOT required to leave after your session):</h3><ul><li>11 am – 1 pm</li><li>1 – 3 pm</li><li>3 – 5 pm</li></ul>$10 members, $24/nonmembers, Free for children 12 and under*Children must be accompanied by an adult.***PLEASE NOTE: The museum will be closed to the public for Open World Arcade. Only Open World Arcade ticket holders will be permitted entry on Saturday, December 7, 2019. Day-of tickets will be available at the door.***Registration is required. Not a member? <a href="http://bit.ly/JoinAAM" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Join here!</a><h3>Classic video games by Games Done Legit including Super Mario Maker, Duck Hunt, Space Invaders, Tetris, Pong, Street Fighter II, four-player Zelda: Four Swords and more! These are not emulations: experience real vintage console and arcade hardware. Zelda: Four Swords is a rare multiplayer version of the game, and Streetfighter II will be playable on a giant screen.</h3>Visit the galleries and join our staff for a variety of in-person gallery games and tour Open World: Video Games &amp; Contemporary Art.Meet the 2019 Collegiate Rocket League National Champion University of Akron Zips epsorts team &amp; check out their Rocket League show matches in the auditorium.Indie video and tabletop games include: <ul><li>Airlock by Robert Lauer and Colin Wolfe (Akron, OH)</li><li>Ancient Technologies by csanyk (Lakewood, OH)</li><li>Brukel by Bob De Schutter (Cincinnati, OH)</li><li>BvR by Ethan Ham &amp; Scott Cavanah (Peoria, IL)</li><li>Cold Calling by Can&#x27;t Get Enough Games (Chicago, IL)</li><li>Dr. Smalls and the Giant Who Forgot His Name by GPLabz (Kent, OH)</li><li>Flip &amp; Find&#x27;s Diner by Spontaneously Combustible Games (Cleveland, OH)</li><li>Flux by Mars Ashton (Detroit, MI)</li><li>Fragile Equilibrium by Andy Phelps and the School of Communication at American University (Washington, DC)</li><li>HOUSTON by Zolaire (Seattle, WA)</li><li>Lost and Found : Order in the Court - The Party Game by MAGIC Spell Studios (Rochester, NY)</li><li>Nine Hole Roll by Robert E. and Marilyn J. Merchant (Akron, OH)</li><li>Odds and Deep Ends by Lexi and Kieran (Columbus, OH)</li><li>Quarturn by Andy Malone (Detroit, MI)</li><li>Robo Puzzle Smash by Pxlplz, LLC (West Orange, NJ)</li><li>When Rivers Were Trails by Indian Land Tenure Foundation and Games for Entertainment and Learning Lab at Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI and Minneapolis, MN)</li><li>Window Pains by Chubby Worm Games (North Canton, OH)</li></ul>Akron Rocket League team photos and a selection of indie games pictured below.Open World Arcade is made possible with support by the Ohio Arts Council with additional support support by Hilton Garden Inn Akron.

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