The Geauga County Historical Society proudly announces the 2016 edition of the
Raccoon County Music Festival on the grounds of Century Village Museum in
Burton, Ohio. The one-day event will take place on Saturday, August 13, 2016,
from noon to 7 P. M. A wide variety of American and international music will be
presented by more than ten (10) live performing artists and groups on two stages.
This amazing collection of performers will offer musical styles ranging from old-
time string band to Cajun to Irish folk to Dixieland to Blues and Bluegrass. If you
are interested in early American folk music and appreciate the passion and
artistry of the musicians who carry forward these musical genres, join us for a full
and rewarding afternoon of relaxing enjoyment and wonderful sounds.
Workshops will be provided on banjo and clogging. If you are so inclined, bring
along your own instrument and take part in one or more of the numerous jams
that take place throughout the day. Kite flying will be demonstrated on the
majestic hillside overlooking the valley of the Cuyahoga River. Several historical
buildings will be open for your viewing on the grounds of the museum as well as
the museum’s Crossroads Store. Food and drink will be available.
After almost forty years the Raccoon County Music Festival has been tradition in
this county. Geauga is derived from an Indian word meaning raccoon. Please
consider making this event one of your own traditions.
Admission is charged. Adults, $10; ages 6 to 12, $5, ages 5 and under, free.
For more information, call Century Village Museum at 440-834- 1492 during
business hours on Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The museum grounds
are located on the southeast edge of the Burton Village Green.
