Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is a Tudor Revival hall in Akron, Ohio, and a filming location for Alex Cross (2012) and Antiques Roadshow (US) (1997-). Built in 1912-1915, it was designed by Charles S. Schneider, and is a National Historic Landmark. It is owned by F. A. Seiberling.
Location: 714 North Portage Path, Akron, Ohio, United States
Verified facts
- Located in Akron, Ohio
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0248, SRC-0249 - Designed by Charles S. Schneider
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0248, SRC-0250 - Designed by Warren H. Manning
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0250, SRC-0251, SRC-2977 - Built 1912–1915
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0248, SRC-0249 - Architectural style: Tudor Revival
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0248, SRC-0250 - Historic designation: National Historic Landmark (December 21, 1981); National Register of Historic Places (January 17, 1975)
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0250, SRC-0248, SRC-0452 - Appeared in Alex Cross (movie, 2012) — as filming location
confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-0252, SRC-0253 - Owned by F. A. Seiberling
confidence 85/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-0248, SRC-0250, SRC-2977 - Appeared in Antiques Roadshow (US) (tv, 1997-)
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-4298, SRC-4299, SRC-8355
Evidence & sources
- SRC-0248 — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (official) (Tier 1, owner_statement; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0249 — The Cultural Landscape Foundation (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0250 — Historic Structures (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0251 — The Cultural Landscape Foundation (Tier 2, scholarship; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0252 — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (official Facebook) (Tier 1, owner_statement; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0253 — WKYC (NBC Cleveland) (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-0452 — NPS National Historic Landmark Nomination — Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens (Frank A. Seiberling House), NRHP ref 75002058 (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-2977 — National Park Service – Dry Stone Wall Restoration at Stan Hywet Hall, Ohio (nps.gov) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4298 — ideastream.org (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4299 — pbs.org (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4688 — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens (official site) (Tier 1, operating_organization; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-4689 — Akron Life Magazine (Tier 2, press; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-8355 — Spectrum News 1 — 'Antiques Roadshow' comes to Akron's Stan Hywet Hall to film 3 shows (Tier 2, news; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
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personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Hours: Apr 1-Nov 25, Tue-Sun 10am-6pm (last admission 5pm), closed Mondays. Deck the Hall select dates Nov 27-Dec 30. Closed Dec 31-Mar 31.
Admission: Grounds/self-guided: Adult (18+) $19, Youth (3-17) $9, under 2 free. Guided Manor House tour: Adult $21, Youth $10; members 50% off.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Alex Cross filmed?
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, in Akron, Ohio, is a real-world filming location used for Alex Cross. This property has also appeared on screen in Antiques Roadshow (US).
Where was Antiques Roadshow (US) filmed?
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, in Akron, Ohio, is a real-world filming location used for Antiques Roadshow (US). This property has also appeared on screen in Alex Cross.
Can you visit Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens?
Yes — Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is open to the public. Hours: Apr 1-Nov 25, Tue-Sun 10am-6pm (last admission 5pm), closed Mondays. Deck the Hall select dates Nov 27-Dec 30. Closed Dec 31-Mar 31.. Admission: Grounds/self-guided: Adult (18+) $19, Youth (3-17) $9, under 2 free. Guided Manor House tour: Adult $21, Youth $10; members 50% off..
Who designed Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens?
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens was designed by Charles S. Schneider.
Where is Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens located?
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens is located in Akron, Ohio.