March 16 – Bluegrass in Columbus Presentation with Rich Baker

Join Rich Baker, Instructor with the Economics & Business department at Ohio Wesleyan University and longtime host of The Bluegrass Ramble, along with Brent Davis, former content director at WOSU Public Media, as they explore how Appalachian migration, the Folk Scare, and local culture shaped the bluegrass scene in our region.

Through historic photos and stories, you’ll learn how this uniquely American music genre has moved in and out of the mainstream while leaving a lasting impact on Central Ohio’s cultural and entertainment landscape.

Date: March 16, 2026
Time: 7-8 p.m.

Location: Powell City Hall, 47 Hall St., Powell, Ohio 43065

For more information and free registration, visit https://powellhistory.org/.

OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: Academic Affairs
Contact: Kate Cole at kkcole@owu.edu