Upcoming Programs and Events
"The Majestic Monarch: Metamorphosis and Migration"
presented by
Laura Moore
at Municipal Building Community (East) Room
Monday October 19, 2026
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Description:
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.
We request that you make reservations for this program. Please make your reservation online, by email, or by phone.
or call (614) 848-6210 or email service@powellhistory.org
If you call or email, be sure to leave your name, address, phone number, email address and the number of people in your group.
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"Pioneer Encampment"
presented by
RJ Basista and Colleagues
at Martin-Perry House
Saturday November 07, 2026
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Description:
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.
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Recent Programs and Events
The History of Fast Food
David Hearn Talks About the History of Fast Food
Description:
An engaged and interested audience listened intently as David Hearn described and explained the history of fast food from the early 1900s to the present day. He explained the four generations of fast food and the social and economic factors that drove the evolution from the first appearance of fast food to the present day.
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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.
