Upcoming Programs and Events
"Walking Tour of Downtown Powell"
presented by
Sherry Carmichael
at Martin-Perry House
Monday August 17, 2026
7:00 PM - 9:43 PM
Description:
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.
Reservations are required for this program but the program is currently at maximum capacity. Please check back periodically since the reservations will reopen if space becomes available.
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Recent Programs and Events
SPECIAL EVENT: 40th Anniversary Open House
Transferring the Deed
Description:
A steady stream of visitors stopped by the Martin-Perry House to celebrate PLHS' 40th Anniversary. The PLHS Board and Volunteers were very pleased with the turnout and with the chance to introduce members of the community to the history of the formation of the Society, how the Martin-Perry House was saved, and some of our current activities. If you missed the chance to visit during the Open House, contact us at info@powellhistory.org to arrange a tour or to setup an appointment to visit and use our resources.
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Walking Tour of Downtown Powell
W. Olentangy St. on a Beautiful Summer Evening
Description:
It was a beautiful evening for a walk around the central area of downtown Powell. The tour was full and the participants enjoyed Sherry's presentation and had questions and anecdotes or their own. If you missed the July tour, there is another one in August. If you missed the 2026 tours, we repeat the walking tours every summer.
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Acknowledgement
Grants from the Jack and Jane Van Fossen Fund of the Delaware County Foundation are gratefully acknowledged.
These gifts support maintenance of the Martin-Perry Homestead, upgrading our computer systems, and the ongoing pursuit of our mission.
