Speaker Series: Jason Ahner on Martin Guitars - The Birthplace of Country Music
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Speaker Series: Jason Ahner on Martin Guitars

November 8, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

A photo of Jason Ahner holding a Martin guitar.

Date: Tuesday, November 8, 2022

Time: 7:00 p.m. EDT

Cost: Free and open to the public

Virtual only: REGISTER HERE

Join us on Tuesday, November 8 at 7:00pm for our conversation with Jason Ahner, archivist and museum manager for Martin Guitars! Jason will give insight into the role Martin Guitars has played – and continues to play – in country music and beyond, and why Martin has became synonymous with top quality acoustic instruments. Please note: This Speaker Series is VIRTUAL ONLY.

About Jason Ahner

Jason Ahner is a native Pennsylvanian who has lived his entire life within a half hour drive of the Martin factory. He has been with Martin Guitar for 10 1/2 years, serving as the company’s archivist since 2018 and managing its museum since 2019. Prior to his role as archivist, Jason held positions in customer service and the polishing department in the factory. He’s had a fascination with the guitar for as long as he can remember and started playing guitar when he was 6. He’s also always loved history and hasbeen studying the history of Martin Guitar and other guitar manufacturers for over two decades.

Details

Date:
November 8, 2022
Time:
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Venue

Birthplace of Country Music Museum
101 Country Music Way
Bristol, VA 24201 United States
Phone
423-573-1927