Rickenbacker Woods Foundation Launches
Citywide Granville T. Woods Week
Extending Recognition into Education, Innovation, and Youth Leadership
As momentum builds across Columbus to honor inventor Granville T. Woods — including civic recognition and the unveiling of a commemorative street sign — the Rickenbacker Woods Foundation (RWF) is launching Citywide Granville T. Woods Week, connecting historic recognition with education, youth innovation, and community engagement.
Granville T. Woods’ groundbreaking work transformed transportation and electrical systems, and his legacy continues to inspire future generations of innovators.
Week Highlights
Granville’s Lab — Saturday, April 25
A hands-on STEAM experience for youth and families inspired by invention and innovation.
(Event times and registration coming soon.)
School-Based STEAM Activations
Classroom innovation experiences recognizing students as emerging problem-solvers.
Community Engagement Opportunities
Connecting historic recognition with future-focused learning.
“True honoring of Granville T. Woods extends beyond installing a sign — it means creating pathways for young people to see themselves as innovators and builders of the now and of the future.”
— Michael Aaron, President & Executive Director, Rickenbacker Woods Foundation
Through ongoing educational programming and youth initiatives, RWF continues expanding public understanding of Woods’ legacy while ensuring it endures for generations to come.
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