Overview
Akron was once known as the "Rubber Capital of the World", home to Goodyear, Goodrich and Firestone.
History
B.F. Goodrich opened a rubber factory in Akron in 1870, and the tire industry boomed with the automobile.
Today
Akron's research on polymers and its corporate offices continue that legacy.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.