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Events at BGSU, UToledo, and Owens Include Live Q&A with Director Sept. 15, 19, and 24
The award-winning documentary The American Constitution is making three stops in Northwest Ohio as part of a national tour. Hosted by Bowling Green State University, The University of Toledo, and Owens Community College, each event includes a free screening and a live Q&A with filmmaker David Garrigus.
Screening Dates & Locations
- Sept. 15, 7 pm – BGSU, Bowen-Thompson Student Union, Room 206
parking is free to guests, but they must register their vehicle at this link: https://www.offstreet.io/events/90YDJDTD - Sept. 19, 7 pm – UToledo, Savage & Associates Complex, Room 1200
Please email Renee.heberle@utoledo.edu for a free permit. - Sept. 24, 11 am – Owens CC, College Hall, Room 100
Free parking
About the Film
Drawn entirely from historical records, The American Constitution tells the dramatic story of how the U.S. Constitution was created—using only the words of the Founders. Featuring portrayals of Washington, Madison, Hamilton, and Franklin, the film is supported by top scholars like Harvard’s Dr. Michael Klarman and Pulitzer-winner Dr. Gordon Wood.
These screenings are part of a 20-month national tour ahead of the film’s PBS broadcast in 2026, and align with Constitution Day (Sept. 17) and the America250-Ohio celebration.
Learn more: ConstitutionMovie.com
University Contacts:
- BGSU: Kristin Schnerer – knschne@bgsu.edu | 419-372-2769
- UToledo: Stephen Sakowski – stephen.sakowski@utoledo.edu | 419-530-5083
- Owens: Megan Kerr – megan_kerr@owens.edu | 567-661-2188
