

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Soup at Six: The History & Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Soup at Six: The History &amp; Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans

📅 June 4
🕕 6:00 PM

From humble beginnings to global icons—sneakers have quite the story to tell.

First created in England during the 1830s, sneakers were originally designed for sport and recreation. Today, they hold a prominent place in modern culture, celebrated for their bold colors, sleek designs, and powerful athlete endorsements.

Wear your favorite (or most prized) pair and join Membership Coordinator Zander Everman for a fascinating look at how sneakers evolved from simple rubber-soled shoes to cultural statements. From early canvas styles to the rise of Air Jordans and sneakerhead culture, this engaging program explores fashion, innovation, sports history, and identity—all through the lens of footwear.

It’s history with sole.

Cost: $25 per person
Includes soup, bread, and dessert.

Pre-registration is required by May 28.
Register online at qrco.de/bgMTnx or call 330-455-7043 during regular business hours.

All proceeds support the Museum’s mission to connect audiences through history, science, and the legacy of William McKinley.

We hope you’ll join us for this stylish step back in time.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canton/soup-at-six-the-history-and-culture-of-sneakers-—-from-the-1830s-to-air-jordans/200029847939910
- **Event Categories**: sports, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Canton
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 800 McKinley Monument Dr NW, Canton, OH, United States, Ohio 44708
- **lat**: 40.80635
- **long**: -81.39261
- **full address**: 800 McKinley Monument Dr NW, Canton, OH, United States, Ohio 44708

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Soup at Six: The History & Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans being held?
  - **A:** Soup at Six: The History &amp; Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans takes place on Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 06:00 pm at 800 McKinley Monument Dr NW, Canton, OH, United States, Ohio 44708.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Soup at Six: The History & Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans?
  - **A:** Soup at Six: The History &amp; Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans is organized by McKinley Presidential Library & Museum.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Soup at Six: The History &amp; Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Canton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Soup at Six: The History &amp; Culture of Sneakers — From the 1830s to Air Jordans sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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