*“Bike Vessel” tells the intimate story of a Black father and son’s 350-mile cycling journey toward healing, but the night doesn’t end there. After the credits roll, we’ll shift gears to celebrate another kind of legacy: Columbus’ own **Major Taylor Cycling Club (MTCC)**. Join us for a film screening and a lively Q&A with MTCC’s founders — guardians of Marshall “Major” Taylor’s groundbreaking legacy and champions of cycling as a force for community health.*
**Event Details**:
- **📅 Date**: Thursday, March 6, 2025
- **⏰ Time**: 6:00 PM
- **📍 Venue**: Maroon Culture Lab (867 Mt. Vernon Ave, Columbus, OH 43203)
- **🎟️ RSVP**: [Reserve your FREE seat](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/wosupublicmedia/1595366)
**About the Film**:
*Bike Vessel* follows filmmaker Eric D. Seals and his father as they bike from St. Louis to Chicago, confronting health struggles and rebuilding their bond. It’s a story of resilience, love, and the tr
ansformative power of cycling.
**About the Q&A**:
The founders of **MTCC (est. 1979)** will take the stage to discuss:
- How they’ve honored **Marshall “Major” Taylor** (the first Black World Cycling Champion, 1899).
- Cycling’s role in combating health disparities in Black communities.
- MTCC’s journey from a local club to a pillar of Columbus’ cycling culture.
- 🅿️ **Parking**: Available behind the King Arts Complex (directly across the street) and along Mt. Vernon Ave.
- ❓ **Questions?** Email events@wosu.org or call 614.247.6539.
**Why Attend?**
Whether you’re a cyclist, film buff, or history lover, this night bridges pedal strokes and storytelling. Let’s honor the past while riding toward a healthier future — together.
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