The Summit Mall is marking its 60th anniversary this month.
The mall on state Route 18 that bills itself as Greater Akron’s first enclosed shopping center welcomed its first customers on Oct. 28, 1965.
A photo exhibit tracing the mall’s history has been set up in its food court.
The mall’s original anchors included Halle Brothers, O’Neil’s and Polsky’s department stores.
And to mark the momentous milestone, the mall in Fairlawn has announced some changes to its lineup of stores and businesses.
Recent openings, new stores coming to Summit Mall this year
Lovisa: At Lovisa has recently opened a store inside of the mall. The national chain features fashion jewelry and accessories.
Canton-based Nails So Dep by Ben has set up shop inside of the mall.
Perfumania − a national retailer − that specializes in designer fragrances, bath and body products, cosmetics and skin care products plans to open a store in the Summit Mall this holiday season.
Kids Empire, a chain of kids play centers that features floor-to-ceiling climbing walls, play structures and ball pits, will open in the Summit Mall later this year.
What’s coming to Summit Mall in 2026?
There are other retailers and businesses planning to open at the mall next year.
Carhartt is opening a store at the mall in 2026. The family-owned maker of durable workwear for kids to adults dates back to 1889.
J.Jill − a woman’s fashion retailer − is coming to the mall next year.
And the California-based chain Dave’s Hot Chicken that serves street-food inspired menu of Nashville-style hot chicken tenders and sliders with sides including mac & cheese, kale slaw and seasoned fries plans to open at the Summit Mall in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Summit Mall marks 60th anniversary with new stores. Check out who’s setting up shop
Reporting by Craig Webb, Akron Beacon Journal / Akron Beacon Journal
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