Soup at Six: Music to Our Ears: The Grand Army Band to the Canton Concert Band
March 19, 2026 6:00 PM –8:00 PM
Overview
Soup at Six: Music to Our Ears: The Grand Army Band to the Canton Concert Band
Join Ally Carlson, Director of Education at the McKinley Presidential Library & Museum, on March 19 at 6:00 PM for a fascinating exploration of Canton’s rich concert band history—from “McKinley’s Own” Grand Army Band to the still-active Canton Concert Band.
As part of America 250 in Ohio’s March theme, “Ohio Entertains,” this program highlights how music shaped Stark County’s culture, political campaigns, and even produced a “March King” to rival Sousa during the era of William McKinley.
$25 per person (includes soup, bread, and dessert). Reservations required by March 12. Register online or call 330-455-7043 during regular business hours.
All proceeds support the Museum’s mission to connect audiences through history, science, and the legacy of William McKinley
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McKinley Presidential Library & Museum
800 McKinley Monument Dr. NW Canton, Ohio 44708 (330) 455-7043 Website