National Tour For Award Winning History Film To Include Chillicothe & Circleville Showings

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As official stops on a national tour, the award-winning feature film The American Constitution is coming to Chillicothe and Circleville for exclusive premieres and community discussion. The event will take place on Saturday September 20th at Ohio University-Chillicothe’s Auditorium at 7pm, then on Sunday September 21st at 4pm at the Ohio Christian University Ministry and Performing Arts Center 1476 Lancaster Pike, Circleville.

The film, from award-winning filmmaker David Garrigus, dramatizes the creation of one of history’s most influential documents. Using only the Founders’ own words drawn directly from the historical record, an impressive cast portrays the impassioned debates between figures such as George Washington, James Madison, and Benjamin Franklin. Following the screening, attendees will have the unique opportunity to participate in a live Q&A session with writer and director David Garrigus.

“We are honored to bring this powerful and timely film to Pickaway County,” said Elizabeth Furniss, Director of the Pickaway County Visitors Bureau. “Understanding the principles that shaped our government is vital, and this event offers a meaningful way for our community to reflect on our shared history as we look toward America’s 250th anniversary.”

This free event is made possible through the support of the sponsors in Chillicothe are Nathaniel Massie Chapter of the DAR and the Ross-Chillicothe Visitor and Convention Bureau. The Chillicothe showing and Pickaway County Visitors Bureau, City of Circleville, Daughters of the American Revolution Pickaway Plains Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution Camp Charlotte Chapter, Village of Williamsport, and Ohio Christian University for the Circleville showing.

To get our tickets go to the Chillicothe showing, go to https://visitchillicotheohio.com/  or nathanielmassie@gmail.com

The premiere is part of a series of events leading up to America 250, the nationwide commemoration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.  Admission is free, but tickets are required and can be reserved in Eventbrite or at Pickaway.com/movie. To explore other local events and opportunities, visit Pickaway.com/America250.