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  • 2010 Birthday Celebration in Winterset

    Here's even more new stuff to round out the John Wayne Birthday Celebration Weekend in Winterset, Iowa on May 28-29th!


    First, join us for a delicious Fireman's Pancake Breakfast at the Fire Station, one block east of the Courthouse Square on Court from 7am to 10:30am on Saturday, May 29th. 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).


    Next, John Wayne's daughter Aissa will be signing prints of her mother Pilar's painting of John Wayne titled "The Legend" at the Birthplace Saturday, May 29th from 4pm to 5pm. It’s a great opportunity to purchase a very special piece of John Wayne memorabilia and meet Aissa at the same time!


    Check out http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org/birthday for a complete listing of everything that's going on that weekend to celebrate the birth of John Wayne! You don't want to miss this one!


    Wayne Davis
    Birthplace of John Wayne
    http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org

  • 2010 Birthday Celebration in Winterset

    Hey, John Wayne fans! Even MORE new stuff going on during the 2010 John Wayne Birthday Celebration: Thursday, May 27th through Sunday, May 30th, at the Madison County Chamber of Commerce on the 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.


    Complete info: http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org/birthday


    The Celebration is less than 30 days away now! Be sure to get your tickets for the exclusive VIP Fund Raising Event while they're still available!


    Wayne Davis
    The Birthplace of John Wayne
    http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org

  • 2010 Birthday Celebration in Winterset

    Here's the latest news:


    Aissa Wayne will be here in Winterset at 7pm on Friday, May 28th, 2010 to dedicate a new outside location for the larger-than-life John Wayne bronze statue, on the property of the new Museum, facing John Wayne Drive. You may remember the statue was donated by the Wayne Family at the Centennial in 2007, and since that time he's rested in the corner of the Welcome Center, barely fitting in below the ceiling. This new outdoor spot will have walkways and will be lit at night, so those traveling past will be able to see it.


    The John Wayne Birthday Celebration is also proud to be chosen as one of only 25 events throughout Iowa to be a "Silver Dollar Cash Stop." Before the dedication on Friday from 4pm to 7pm, Iowa Lottery 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.


    More information on these free events on the Birthday Celebration page: http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org/birthday


    Wayne Davis
    The Birthplace of John Wayne
    http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org

  • 2010 Birthday Celebration in Winterset

    Just thought you'd all like to know what's going on for the 2010 John Wayne Birthday Celebration on May 28-29, 2010 in Winterset, Iowa. This year's Celebration is centered around the 50th anniversary of "The Alamo" and festivities will be held on the historic Courthouse Square in downtown Winterset (just spittin' distance from the Birthplace home).


    The VIP Fund Raising Event on Saturday, May 29th will feature a sumptuous dinner in true Western style, followed by music from chart topper Moe Bandy and his Americana Band. A stunning big-screen presentation of "The Alamo" will follow. The first 500 who purchase VIP tickets will also receive a FREE DVD copy of "The Alamo" as a souvenir keepsake, courtesy of MGM/DVD.


    John Wayne's daughter Aissa Wayne will also be at the VIP Event. Aissa appeared with her father in "The Commancheros", "Donovan’s Reef", "McLintock!" and--yes--"The Alamo."


    Tickets for the VIP Event are $100 and may be purchased on our website at http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org/birthday or by calling toll-free (877) 462-1044. Tickets are going fast, so don't delay! Makes a great Christmas gift, too! Proceeds benefit the new John Wayne Birthplace Museum and Learning Center.


    Even if you're not attending the VIP Event, there's plenty to do. The Western Mercantile Marketplace on the Square will feature fabulous western-related merchandise and fantastic food. There'll be a free outdoor showing of "The Alamo." And of course, Duke's Birthplace home will be open for tours.


    For up-to-date information on the 2010 John Wayne Birthday Celebration and everything that's going on, visit our web site at http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org/birthday.


    Wayne Davis
    The Birthplace of John Wayne
    http://www.johnwaynebirthplace.org