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VIP FUND RAISING DINNER EVENT FOR THE NEW JOHN WAYNE MUSEUM
Join us Saturday, May 29th, 2010 on the Courthouse Square in historic downtown Winterset for another fabulous VIP event to raise funds for the new John Wayne Museum and Learning Center and to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Wayne’s most personal film, The Alamo!
5pm
Social Hour
6pm
Dinner
7pm
Welcome and Auction
8pm
Moe Bandy performance
9pm
The Alamo movie presentation
John Wayne’s Daughter Aissa Wayne
Those attending the VIP Fund Raising Dinner Event will be joined by Aissa Wayne. His eldest daughter from his marriage to Pilar Wayne, as a child Aissa joined her dad on the set and had roles in several of his films. In 1991, she published John Wayne, My Father, a poignant memoir and fascinating insight into the real life of John Wayne.
She is now a successful attorney in the Los Angeles area.
Aissa appeared with her father in The Alamo, The Comancheros, Donovan’s Reef and McLintock!
EXCITING AUCTION OF JOHN WAYNE-RELATED ITEMS
What John Wayne fan wouldn’t enjoy owning a unique collectible such as the stunning framed print from The Alamo signed by by Wayne’s daughter Aissa as shown above? How about an actual musket used in The Alamo film or a Texas flag flown above the real Alamo in John Wayn’se honor on March 6, 2010, the anniversary of the battle? Perhaps a copy of the book “John Wayne and the Movies” personally autographed by Wayne himself(“Some good-some
bad-All exciting for Ol' Duke, John Wayne’), and even a genuine coonskin hat exactly like John Wayne’s Davy Crockett wore in The Alamo, courtesy of http://www.FurHatWorld.com(see left). These and other unique and valuable items will be sold in a lively auction for VIP attendees to help raise funds for the new John Wayne Museum. Last year’s auction raised over $19,000.00!
A SCRUMPTIOUS SUPPER TO GET YOU IN THE MOOD
What could be better than a delightful and zesty meal of traditional Mexican fare served by Madison County’s own Master Griller? You’ll be all set for the evening’s entertainment!
After supper, country chart topper Moe Bandy and his Americana Band will kick off the entertainment. He'll perform many of his top number one hits including “Just Good Old Boys,” “Hank Williams You Wrote My Life,” “Too Old To Die Young” and “Americana.”
Growing up on western swing in his hometown of San Antonio, the former professional bull rider will also devote much of his program to the rousing strains of Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys. So dust off your dancing shoes and come and enjoy the show!
Meet Hannah Hilsabeck, Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2010!
Copyright Imagine...Annie Weaver Photography
The John Wayne Birthday Celebration is very proud to present Hannah Hilsabeck, Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa 2010. Before graduating Winterset High School on Sunday, Hannah, 18, will be on hand to meet and greet John Wayne
fans on May 28 & 29 to promote horse and rodeo related activities. We are indeed fortunate that both John Wayne
and Hannah Hilsabeck hail from Winterset. For more information on the Miss Teen Rodeo Iowa please visit http://www.missrodeoiowa.org
BIG-SCREEN DIGITAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY PRESENTATION OFTHE ALAMO.
John Wayne struggled for over a decade to get this film made, in which he not only stars but produces and directs. A bigger than life retelling of the true story of a handful of valiant Americans who take a stand against an army of 7,000. Filmed entirely in Texas, not far from the actual battle site, this is a grand and glorious epic that looks even better on the 25-foot wide BIG screen!
The first 500 to reserve for the VIP Event also receive a FREE DVD of The Alamo as a keepsake to take home with you!
Compliments of MGM/DVD
There’s only a limited number of tickets available, and John Wayne fans from the U.S. and Europe have already bought theirs! So don’t delay!
#7600 2010 VIP DINNER FUND RAISING EVENT
Tickets may be purchased at the Birthplace
$100.00
OTHER JOHN WAYNE BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION EVENTS
JOSEPH L. ZUCKSCHWERDT COLLECTION OF JOHN WAYNE TREASURES
Thursday, May 27th through Sunday, May 30th
9am-5pm Thur.; 9am-7pm Fri. & Sat.; Noon to 4pm Sun.
Madison County Chamber of Commerce
Northeast corner of the Courthouse Square A rare and exclusive opportunity to view John Wayne-related treasures from the private collection of Joseph L. Zuckschwerdt, President of The Birthplace of John Wayne’s board. These unique and one-of-a-kind items include an actual musket used in The Alamo; the shirt and vest from The Shootist; a dress military coat from The Green Berets; the saddle from The Cowboys; original posters and oversized publicity photos, many personal family photos and even the last hat ever made for Duke by Nudie’s, and much, much more. Donations are accepted. Presented by Madhaus Gallery, Winterset www.madhausgallery.com
IOWA LOTTERY “SILVER DOLLAR CASH STOP” PRIZE GIVEAWAYS
4pm–7pm Friday, May 28th
New Museum Site, corner of John Wayne Drive and Washington St. “The Silver Ticket,” a new $5 instant-scratch game that celebrates 25 years of lottery entertainment in Iowa, offers instant prizes from $5 to $25,000. We’re proud to be chosen as one of 25 “Silver Dollar Cash Stops” throughout Iowa.
Lottery officials will be here from 4pm to 7pm, and right before the dedication of the John Wayne statue, officials will hold a contest where Lottery players can use nonwinning Silver Tickets for a chance to win four cash prizes for a total value of $1,000. Winners will be drawn approximately 6:45pm. You must be present to win.
AISSA WAYNE TO DEDICATE THE NEW OUTDOOR LOCATION FOR THE JOHN WAYNE BRONZE STATUE
7pm Friday, May 28th
New Museum Site, corner of John Wayne Drive and Washington St. John Wayne’s daughter Aissa helps dedicate the larger-than-life bronze statue of John Wayne donated by the Wayne family. The statue will be placed in a very special outdoor location facing John Wayne Drive on the property for the new John Wayne Museum and Learning Center adjacent to the Birthplace home and Welcome Center. Come join us for this free event.
Those with tickets to the VIP Event on Saturday are invited to a special gathering at the Birthplace immediately following the dedication.
See some of Duke’s greatest films for FREE in the comfort of the Iowa Theatre, right on Winterset’s Courthouse Square. Many thanks to the Iowa Theatre for donating their facilities!
9pm Friday May 28: The Sands of Iwo Jima Special Presentation by Winterset’s American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars posts
Wayne was nominated for a Best Actor Oscar for his performance as Marine Corps sergeant John M. Stryker who must turn a bunch of new recruits into seasoned warriors for an attack on the Japanese-held island.
1pm Saturday May 29: The Comancheros
This 1961 film stars Wayne as Ranger Capt. Jake Cutter, going undercover with a reluctant Stuart Whitman to crush a gang of gun runners. Whitman also teaches Wayne’s daughter Aissa (here for the Birthday Celebration) to sing in French in this film.
FIREMEN’S PANCAKE BREAKFAST SATURDAY MORNING
Saturday, May 29th
7:00am to 10:30am
Fire Station, one block east of John Wayne Drive on Court Sit yourself down for a fabulous morning meal! All you care to eat with pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, milk, orange juice and coffee. Just $6 per person (any age). Get a great start to your day!
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN WINTERSET WALKING TOUR
Saturday May 29th
9:00am, 10:00am, 11:00am
Leaving Chamber of Commerce, Northeast Corner of the Square
1 hour in length, $2.00 per person Join us on a personal walking tour of the beautiful historic Courthouse Square in the heart of Winterset. Visit our native limestone courthouse built in 1876. Learn about our quaint architectural structures within our community, and take a step off the square to walk by the John Wayne Birthplace, the George Washington Carver Park, and Monumental Park. See if you can find the storefront that was once the pharmacy of Clyde Morrison, the father of John Wayne. Please meet your guide at the Chamber of Commerce for a wow experience!
AISSA WAYNE SIGNS PRINTS OF PILAR WAYNE’S “THE LEGEND”
Saturday, May 29th
4pm to 5pm
Birthplace of John Wayne, 216 S. Second St.
John Wayne’s daughter Aissa will be on hand at the Birthplace Welcome Center from 4pm to 5pm on Saturday to sign prints of her mother Pilar’s painting of John Wayne titled “The Legend.” It’s a great opportunity to purchase a very special piece of John Wayne memorabilia and meet Aissa at the same time! http://www.pilarwayne.com
BIRTHPLACE TOURS
Take a tour of the home where Marion Robert Morrison was born on May 26, 1907. The house features a unique collection of John Wayne memorabilia including such items as an eyepatch from True Grit, a prop suitcase used in the film Stagecoach, anda hat from Rio Lobo. (admission fee is charged).
WESTERN MERCANTILE MARKETPLACE
Friday, May 28th, Noon to 9pm
Saturday, May 29th, 9am to 9pm Be sure to check out the marketplace, filled with fabulous western-related merchandise and fantastic food to delight the palate! There’s NO admission cost to wander and shop!
Interested in being a vendor for the Birthday Celebration? Download the Vendor Application (.pdf)
FREE BIG-SCREEN SHOWING OF THE ALAMO
John Wayne’s most personal film, 1960’s The Alamo was also directed and produced by him. A bigger than life retelling of the true story of a handful of valiant Americans who take a stand against an army of 7,000. There’s no better way to see this giant epic than on the BIG screen!
Aissa Wayne Signs Prints of Pilar Wayne’s “The Legend”
After supper, country chart topper Moe Bandy and his Americana Band will kick off the entertainment. He'll perform many of his top number one hits including “Just Good Old Boys,” “Hank Williams You Wrote My Life,” “Too Old To Die Young” and “Americana.”
The first 500 to reserve for the VIP Event also receive a FREE DVD of The Alamo as a keepsake to take home with you!
Saturday, May 29th
Take a tour of the home where Marion Robert Morrison was born on May 26, 1907. The house features a unique collection of John Wayne memorabilia including such items as an eyepatch from True Grit, a prop suitcase used in the film Stagecoach, and a hat from Rio Lobo. (admission fee is charged).
