The Huber Machinery Museum will host a community event focused on innovation, agriculture and history from 1-4 p.m. Sept. 19 at the Marion County Fairgrounds in Marion.
The event, titled "America 250: From Field to Future," will commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary and highlight Marion's role in innovation and progress, according to a community announcement.
Activities are scheduled at the Huber Machinery Museum, 220 E. Fairground St., Marion, and will include an open house, historical displays, storytelling and family-friendly activities.
Organizers also plan an "Innovation Trail: Hay Rake to the Moon" exhibit that will explore the contributions of Marion industrialist Edward Huber and his connection to American innovation.
Visitors will be able to tour the museum and learn about the area's agricultural and manufacturing heritage. The announcement says attendees can also enjoy popcorn and lemonade during the event.
The gathering is open to the public and is intended to recognize American ingenuity, community involvement and agricultural progress.
Organizers encourage residents and visitors to attend the free community celebration and learn more about local history through exhibits and educational activities.
For more information, call 740-387-9233 or 614-271-9951 and leave a message. Additional information is available by email at [email protected] and on the museum's Facebook page at facebook.com/hubermachinerymuseum.
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