January 12, 2017

Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum

Gene Autry, Oklahoma

Press contact:  Leslei Fisher +1 580 768 5559, geneautryoklahomamuseum@gmail.com

 

PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Concert Series Ending in Festival @ Gene Autry OK Museum

Gene Autry, Oklahoma–The public is invited to the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum to enjoy a series of six (6) concerts culminating in a three-day festival all happening at the Gene Aury OK Museum, 47 Prairie Street, Gene Autry, OK 73436! Save the Dates!

Concerts & Fest Dates:

Saturday, January 28, 2017 Billy Hogue in concert 7pm

Saturday, February 11, 2017 Valentine’s Family Spaghetti Dinner 5pm -7pm

Simple Gifs- Sawyer Family Concert 7pm

Saturday, March 11, 2017 The Hanson Family returns in Concert 7pm

Saturday, April 15, 2017 The Okie Dokies perform a Tax Day Concert 7pm

Friday, May 5, 2017 The Cowboy Way Fest opens 9am – 10pm

   Friday night concert presents: Sons of the Pioneers 8pm

Ain’t Misbehavin’ and A Little Farther West open 6pm

Saturday, May 6, 2017 The Cowboy Way Fest continues 9am – 10pm

   Saturday night concert with Rex Allen, Jr. and Les Gilliam 8pm

Jody Miller’s Three Generations open 6 pm

Sunday, May 7, 2017 The Cowboy Way Fest ends 8am-4pm

Cowboy Church 8am-9am

Saturday, June 17, 2017 Leddy Taylor Bragg & Friends, a Father’s Day Concert 7pm

All Concerts $10 per person, ages 14 and under FREE with the following exceptions: February 11 & June 17 –ages 10 and under FREE; May 5 & 6 Concerts are $25/person/concert, kids 12 and under FREE

 

The Cowboy Way of life is deeply woven into the fabric of the American society. It is the very backbone from which our Country has grown, that pioneer spirit, that give it your all and never give up attitude, and the desire to be fair and kind to all without compromise. The Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum is keeping the Spirit of the Cowboy alive by bringing a variety of musicians to the public. Each influenced by the hillbilly/folks genre of the Western Cowboys. From classic country, to western swing, bluesy cowboys and folksy, too! Add a bit of honky tonk and pour over into rock ‘n roll, all are influenced by those yodelin’ cowboys of yesterday.

 

The Cowboy Way Fest is a three-day event full of song, cinema, celebrity signings, poetry, storytelling, food, chuck wagon food, and Western vendors! Area and regional bands play throughout the days, celebrities offer up answers at Q and A sessions led by the great Western Historian Charlie LeSueur. Bob Terry an amazing musician in his own right and Web TV Star serves as the Event’s Master of Ceremonies. Julie Ann Ream (granddaughter of Cactus Mack, singing cowboy star) will present her Silver Spurs Award on Friday. And on Sunday the Spirit of the Cowboy Award will be presented after Cowboy Church. Vendors selling Western Memorabilia and other handicrafts will be on site 9am to 6pm each day (except Sunday, the Fest closes at 4pm). Chuck wagons will serve up breakfast, lunch, and dinner as well as a local church group. RV Camping is permitted on-site, first come, first serve (no hookups). Celebrities include: Bruce Boxleitner, James Drury, Alex Cord, Rex Allen, Jr., Ben Bates, Roberta Shore, Gary Clarke, Ken Farmer, Don “Little Brown Jug” Reynolds, James Hoffpaiur, Charlie LeSueur, Bob Terry, John Buttram, Julie Ann Ream, and more!

 

Performers include Sons of the Pioneers, Rex Allen, Jr., Les Gilliam, Three Generations with Jody Miller, Ain’t Misbehavin’ with Haliey Sandoz, Eric Vasquez, & Leah Sawyer, Steeldust from Sallisaw, OK, Devon Dawson, Call of the West, Gary Pratt, Billy Payne, Billy Holcombe, A Little Farther West, Steve Mitchell (Gene Autry Look/Sound-alike), Susie Knight,  A Class Act Tap Revue,, and Starz of Texas Baton Twirlers.

 

Both Celebrities and Peformers are being constantly updated, please check our website www.geneautryokmuseum.org for the latest list.

 

Bios for the January-April bands follows. Flyers, photos and music clips can be obtained here:

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B16zka92y2QZZE9rQ3l5VXdJSGc

(check back for updates as well). For additional information please call Leslei Fisher, Executive Director, 580.768.5559 or email geneautryoklahomamuseum@gmail.com

The mission of the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum is to nourish the history and timeless culture of the Cowboy in Entertainment, as exemplified by Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, and others, for the enjoyment and education of all generations.

   The Museum houses the world’s largest collection of vintage Cowboys in Entertainment memorabilia from the 1920s to present day (emphasis is on Gene Autry and the “singing cowboys”). Visitors learn about the Cowboy Way of Life, enjoy past memories while creating new ones, and learn a bit about what was Berwyn, Oklahoma, now the Town of Gene Autry. Admission is by donation. Currently, the Museum is supported solely by donations. Group/Private Tours welcome! Please phone 580­.768­.5559 to schedule in advance.

Billy Hogue in Concert January 28, 2017

Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Billy’s dad was a musician who played with the great Glen Campbell and others. Watching Hee Haw as a little kid, Billy was inspired at age six to pick up the guitar and play along, teaching himself to play. In his teen years, Mr. Hogue played in a band but disgruntled he quit and began songwriting. He has played all over Oklahoma and North Texas including with Tim Knight the Grand Ole Opry star. Billy wrote “No More Me and You” for the 12-string guitar which he played at an American Idol audition. Although they loved him, Billy succumbed to drugs. Now clean and clear, Billy recently played at the Pickin’ Parlor in Tishomingo, OK and is wow-ing fans with his re-creation of old time music with new sounds.

Simple Gifts Band (Sawyer Family) Dinner & Concert February 11, 2017

A homemade spaghetti dinner in celebration of Valentine’s will be followed by young David, Leah, Dad David, Sr, and Mom Kathy, who make up the Simple Gifts Band. Leah is a fiddling fabulouso as well as vocalist; David, Sr. plays bass, guitar and vocals; Mom Kathy sings her heart out; and David the younger can play just about anything! Western Swing, True Cowboy/Western genre, gospel and a bit of country music round out their repertoire. Leah & Young David have been nominated for the Academy of Western Artists multiple times. The family has played at the Western Music Association’s Annual Convention. Audiences are never disappointed with the great energy and superb music coming out of this talented family! Their website is http://www.thesimplegiftsband.com

 

The Hanson Family Band Concert March 11, 2017

The stage comes to life with the energy, talent, and enthusiasm of Lisa, Theresa, and Daniel Hanson. Dazzling audiences everywhere with new and fresh arrangements, this dynamic trio brings you the best of Western Swing, yodeling mastery, rousing fiddle tunes and blazing harmony combined with humor and audience participation.

The beautiful harmonies and vocal arrangements of The Hanson Family have gained them much recognition in the music world as well as the honor of winning, among other awards, the 2014 Academy of Western Artists Duo/Group of the Year, the 2014 Western Music Association Crescendo Award, the 2013 Kamloops Cowboy Festival “Rising Star Showcase”, the 2016, 2015 and 2006 WMA Marilyn Tuttle “Best of the Best” harmony award, and the 2005 WMA “Youth Yodeler of the Year”.

They have entertained at the Alaska State Fair, Pendleton Roundup, Paramount Theater in Seattle, New York City Center Theater in New York, the Wyoming State Fair and hundreds of other events and venues across the US and Canada.

With great instrumentation, spectacular yodeling mastery and a deep love for music, The Hanson family is fast becoming a popular group in the entertainment world! Their website is http://www.TheHansonFamily.com

 

The Okie Dokies Concert April 15, 2017

Tax Day seems like the perfect day for a concert with this talented trio. Brent Kreuger, Justin Emmerson, and Lindsey Briscoe play everything from Merle & Johnny Cash to Tom Petty & Lynard Skynard! There’s bound to be something for everyone! All three sing while Brent strums his guitar, Justin cuts up on the drums and Lindsey carries the beat with the bass.  Well-known in the local area music scene, The Okie Dokies will leave you wanting more! Check out this great trio here: http://www.reverbnation.com/theokiedokies as they update the site.

 

June 28, 2016

Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum

Gene Autry, Oklahoma

 

PRESS RELEASE — For Immediate Release    

Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum Traveling Exhibits

July 21 through August 7, 2016 the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum will host three traveling exhibits: Master Leatherworks from the private collection of Jim Linnell, Marketing Director at Tandy Leather, Ft. Worth, TX; Metal Sculptures by Deb Pearce, award winning metal artist of Spooner, WI; and the Kaleidoscope Quilts of Linda Long, hand-quilting artist from Brock, OK. These three artists will be available on Saturday, July 30 to meet with the public. Deb Pearce will also be available July 28 through August 2, 10am to 5pm by appointment. (The Museum is open Monday-Wednesday by appointment.)

Jim Linnell’s extensive leather collection reflects the history of leather work during the 20th Century and features items made for the stars as well as everyday folk. An award-winning Master Leatherworker and instructor himself, Jim’s passion for the art of leatherworking shows in this excellent collection! Jim’s first taste of stamping was a Tandy Leather wallet at age 8. Eventually this turned into his dream job, Director of Marketing at Tandy Leather. Almost single-handedly he has brought leather craft to many thousands of students, some now master artisans in their own right.

Deb Pearce is a different kind of sculptor as her medium is not malleable bronze but requires torches, grinders, hammers, tools of a welder. She worked alongside her father in his welding business from age 8. In 1983 she won the National 4-H Congress Overall Achievement Award.  As an adult, she concentrated her efforts on building a successful Sign Business. In the summer of 2015 she found her art expanding and becoming something better than even she had dreamed. Although she had been away from shows or any sort of competitions for over 30 years, she entered into the Red Bluff Art Show in California taking home Best Overall Sculpture as well as the People’s Choice Awards! Her recent professional list of accomplishments is almost as impressive as are her unique sculptures. Deb will be at the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum July 28 through August 2, 2016 ONLY!

Linda Long has been quilting since the 1970s. As one of the few remaining quilters who works entirely by hand (no sewing machine is involved) she is truly a historical treasure! Her kaleidoscope quilts are original designs and Linda uses any scrap of fabric she can make fit! Some of her quilts have over 1,500 pieces in them. Each piece is hand cut for its fabric pattern to fit a specific spot. And each quilt may take up to 30 days to construct. She has lived in Brock, Oklahoma on and off since birth.

For further information, to request photos, to schedule a private showing or an interview, please contact Leslei Fisher, Executive Director, (580) 868-5559 cell/text oor geneautryoklahomamusem@ gmail.com.

This is the Official Website of the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum! We hope you come see us in person real soon but in the meantime, you can learn a bit about us and see a sampling of what we’re all about right here!
Safe Travels!

Press Release — For Immediate Release

March 28, 2016

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 8, 2016 and is a time to stop and honor our Mothers. What better way to make Mom happy than to spend the Saturday before doing what Mom’s love best—with their families treasure hunting, shopping, eating, and reminiscing while having fun family-time? Guy’s you’ll be a HERO if you pile the whole family in the car and bring Mom out to the Gene Autry Community Wide Garage Sale & Cowboy Bazaar! And it’s Free!

Saturday, May 7, 2016, 8am-7pm, the Town of Gene Autry in conjunction with the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum is holding a Community Wide Garage Sale & Cowboy Bazaar on the municipal grounds in Gene Autry, OK (47 Prairie Street, Gene Autry, OK 73436).

Area residents are invited to bring their gently used garage/yard sale items to sell. Individuals Must call ahead and reserve a FREE space in order to sell. Sellers are responsible for set-up and takedown including removing unsold items and trash. Local Churches are being invited to set up a carnival-style booth for fundraising with the option of their booth being traditional bake-sale items, tests-of-skill, or crafts by church members. And, crafters and select retail vendors will also have booths ($25 per space; no tables, chairs or electrical). No such event would be complete without Food Concessions so of course there will be food vendors as well. Contact Leslei Fisher, 580–768–5558 (call or text), geneautryoklahomamuseum@gmail.com before Wednesday April 20th, 2016 to reserve space. “Booth” packets including details, rules, and regulations will be provided. Spaces will be allotted on a “first come, first serve” basis.

This is a CASH ONLY Event. Parking is Free and there is no admission charge either. The Community Wide Garage Sale & Cowboy Bazaar is a community-service project of the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum and the Town of Gene Autry. It is our way of saying “Thank You” to our community for all your support!

The mission of the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum is to nourish the history and timeless culture of the Cowboy in Entertainment, as exemplified by Gene Autry, Roy Rogers, and others, for the enjoyment and education of all generations. The Museum houses the world’s largest collection of vintage Cowboys in Entertainment memorabilia from the 1920s to present day (emphasis is on Gene Autry and the “singing cowboys”). Visitors learn about the Cowboy Way of Life, enjoy past memories while creating new ones, and learn a bit about what was Berwyn, Oklahoma, now the Town of Gene Autry. Admission is by donation. Currently, the Museum is supported solely by donations. Group/Private Tours welcome! Please phone 580­.768­.5559 to schedule in advance.

For more information,
Contact Leslei Fisher, 580–768–5558 (call or text), geneautryoklahomamuseum@gmail.com,
Gene Autry OK Museum, PO Box 92, Gene Autry, OK 73436

The Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization wholly owned by the Gene Autry Historical Society. The Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum’s mission is to nourish the preservation of local history and timeless culture of the Cowboys in Entertainment, for the enjoyment and education of all generations.

 

Saturday, April 16, 2016: FREE Family Movie Night
in the Gene Autry Oklahoma Museum Auditorium
Showing Episode 5: The Star Toter of the Gene Autry TV Show
shown courtesy of and with our gratitude to Flying A Pictures, Inc.
followed by a Gene Autry Feature Film: Public Cowboy Number 1
shown courtesy of and with our gratitude to the Autry Qualified Interest Trust and The Autry Foundation.
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