Mission
The Scott Joplin International Ragtime Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote an understanding and appreciation of Joplin's contribution to ragtime music, along with the historic importance connected with Sedalia, Missouri.
The Foundation produces the annual Ragtime Festival, hosts a week-long Artist in Residence Program, and maintains the Ragtime Store. Funding is obtained through donations, ticket sales and merchandise sales. Missouri Arts Council and Sedalia Tourism Commission also provide grants to help cover festival operating costs.
The 2025 Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival offers an exciting lineup of concerts and special events that celebrate the rich legacy of ragtime music and its enduring influence. From lively outdoor performances and elegant evening concerts…
Read More »The Scott Joplin International Ragtime Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to preserving the importance of Ragtime music, Scott Joplin's contribution to it ?and Sedalia’s role in its history. Schedule: May 29, 2024…
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