Program Schedule
Date
August 17, 2026, 07:00 PM - 09:43 PM
Title
Walking Tour of Downtown Powell
Presenter
Sherry Carmichael
Summary
Sherry Carmichael will lead us on a walking tour of downtown Powell. Many historic buildings will be highlighted along with interesting anecdotes about the area and Sherry's personal remembrances of growing up in "old Powell" in the 1950s and '60s.
We will leave promptly at 7:00 PM from the Martin Perry House, 103 East Olentangy Street, located on Powell Road (Rt. 750) at Grace Drive.
After the tour we will meet in the side yard of the Martin-Perry House for ice cream and conversation.
Date
September 21, 2026, 07:01 PM - 08:00 PM
Title
History of White Castle
Presenter
David Hogan
Summary
NA
Date
October 19, 2026, 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Title
The Majestic Monarch: Metamorphosis and Migration
Presenter
Laura Moore
Summary
The goal of this presentation is to provide an overview of the fascinating lifecycle of the Monarch butterfly and its amazing migratory instinct. Hopefully by gaining this understanding we can participate in the preservation of this species and ultimately increase its overall population.
Date
November 07, 2026, 09:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Title
Pioneer Encampment
Presenter
RJ Basista and Colleagues
Summary
Once again RJ Basista, reenactor, and his colleagues will set up a pioneer encampment on the Martin-Perry House lawn. Stop by to talk with RJ and his friends about life in the Ohio territory after the Revolutionary War as people from the east coast started to settle in the area. There is something for all ages including demonstrations and hands-on educational activities for children. This is truly a great event for children.
Date
February 16, 2027, 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Title
Early Survey of Ohio
Presenter
Joe Forte
Summary
NA