_____________________________________________________________________________ _ _ __ __ _ ___ \\\\\___| |_| | \ \ / / / \ | __|___\"-._ /////~~~| _ | \ / / _ \ __ ~~~/.-' |_| |_| \/\/ /_/ \_\ |___| _____________________________________________________________________________ THE HANK WILLIAMS APPRECIATION SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL 1978 _____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Events 2019 - 2020 _____________________________________________________________________________ PLEASE NOTE: THIS ONLY A PARTIAL LIST OF 2019 - 2020 HANK EVENTS. FOR MORE HANK & OLDTIME COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS EVENTS, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO VISIT OUR ALABAMA TALK LINE FORUM @ URL: www.tinyurl.com/hankatl FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THE ATL FORUM, SIMPLY COPY AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING URL INTO YOUR BROWSER'S LOCATION BOX: ____________________________________________________________________________ http://pub3.bravenet.com/forum/243824250 ____________________________________________________________________________ Copy and paste the following link into your browser's location box for frequent updates from the Hank Williams Museum in Mongomery, Alabama: http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Events - 2020 Hank Williams Tribute with The Randy Thompson Band Date And Time Sat, April 18, 2020 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT Location Barns of Rose Hill 95 Chalmers Ct Berryville, VA 22611 United States ____________________________________________________________________________ Jason Petty's Hank Williams The Lonesome Tour 2020 Copy and Paste the following uRL into your Browser's Location box: https://www.jasonpetty.com/tour ____________________________________________________________________________ Tribute to Hank Williams SR. by David Church Thursday, October 8, 2020 Doors Open 11:30 AM Showtime 1:00 PM More Info: http://www.pennspeak.com/events/2020-10-08-tribute-hank-williams-sr-david-church ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Sr Tribute Beer and Wine Festival MORE INFO: https://festivalnet.com/88848/Oak-Hill-West-Virginia/Wine-Beer-Events/ Hank-Williams-Sr-Tribute-Beer-and-Wine-Festival ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Events - 2019 The Bluebillies Present A Hank Williams Tribute w/ special guest Bill Healy When: Wednesday, Jun 26, 2019 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Where: Little Theater on the Farm, 27 Plum Rd. Fort Edward, NY 12828 Cost: $10 Adults | $7 Seniors (60+) and Students June 26th, Wednesday 7 pm, The Bluebillies’ Present A Hank Williams Tribute w/ Special Guest Bill Healy Followed by Themed Open Mic at Little Theater on the Farm, 27 Plum Road, Fort Edward. Pre-registration is required, email the Bluebillies at thebluebillies@gmail.com, or message Mel Guarino on facebook Sign-up is on a first come, first serve basis. The Bluebillies performers are Mel (Melba Deen) Guarino on rhythm guitar and vocals, Mark Guarino on bass and vocals, and Frank Orsini on fiddle and vocals along with various guest artists. Refreshments and 50/50 raffle available. Recommended donation, adults $10, students and seniors (60+) ,$7. ? For details visit our website at Little Theater on the Farm or call us at 518-747-3421 From: www.glensfalls.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Tribute & Beer Festival - September 21, 2019 Details Date: September 21 Event Tags: activities, Attractions, Events, fall, general, Local Information, Oak Hill, Recreation, things to do, West Virginia Venue Lively Family Amphitheatre Oak Hill, WV, USA Oak Hill, WV United States Organizer Destination Downtown Oak Hill WV Phone: 304-465-5617 Email: find.your.future.oak.hill@gmail.com Website: https://www.facebook.com/FindYourFutureOakHill/ From: https://newrivergorgecvb.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams and Patsy Cline Tribute Show at Rockbox Theater Jun 14 2019 to Jun 15 2019 The Two biggest legends of country music on the same stage at the same time… Hank Williams and Patsy Cline. Jason Petty, the star of “Hank Williams: Lost Highway” and 2003 Obie Award winner, re-creates the role he has become famous for, while Atlanta Country Music Hall of Fame member Katie Deal gives a jaw-dropping performance as Patsy Cline. In a show like no other, Petty and Deal pay tribute to the two most influential singers in country music history. Over 20 of their chart-topping hits are performed with a live band. It’s legendary country music at its best. Hank Williams and Patsy Cline… performed by two of the best entertainers in the country. Don’t miss this incredible show! Friday at 8 pm; Saturday at 4 pm. $47/$52/$57 per person. Reserve seats online. Address: 109 N. Llano Phone: 8309977625 From: www.visitfredericksburgtx.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Paul Jefferson Tribute to Hank Williams Date & Time Jan 07 2019 at 06:00 PM - Jan 07 2019 at 08:00 PM Location & full address Douglas Corner 2106 8th Ave S # A (Nashville, Tennessee 37204 Category Songwriter Events Event Admins Douglas Corner From: www.musicstartshere.org ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams – The Lonesome Tour Date: August 24, 2019 From: 2:00 PM To 4:00 PM Cost: $30.50 for adults; $20.00 for students; $12 student rush Address: 39 38th Ave amana, ia Phone: 319-622-6262 Website: http://www.oldcreamery.com FROM: www.amanacolonies.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Museum Events Saturday, December 1, 2018, Welcome Zachariah Malachi! Join us for an acoustic show in the music room inside the Hank Williams Museum. Museum admission ($10) ticket is required. Spending much of his youth (now 29!) listening to the likes of Hank Williams, Tennessean-Detroit transplant Zachariah Malachi was born to play and sing hillbilly music. From the time he could yodel, Zachariah has spent most of his life dedicated to replicating the sound of 40's and 50's honky-tonk. 11:00-noon 1st set and 1:30-3:00 pm 2nd set. A Must see show!! HAPPY NEW YEAR! ____________________________________________________________________________ MIDNIGHT IN MONTGOMERY-DEC 31, 2018 - JAN 1, 2019 COME JOIN IN TO CELEBRATE THE MUSIC, THE MAN, THE LEGEND AND THE PLACE, HANK WILLIAMS. Midnight in Montgomery starring JASON PETTY! Admission: $25 for both days- (NYE and NYD) If you would like to attend only New Year's Day cost is $10. Lifetime Members of the HWM admission is $20 for the Midnight in Montgomery show and free on NYD. Tickets are available in advance by mailing a check to the Hank Williams Museum or calling to pay over the phone with a credit card. Check or cash preferred. New Year's Eve, at the Hank Williams Museum there will be music and storytelling by Jason Petty starting at 8:30 PM leading up to the midnight hour commemorating the 66th anniversary of Hank Williams death. We will leave the Hank Williams Museum at 11:30 PM to arrive at the Oakwood Cemetery Annex to bring in the new year with Hank! Weather permitting. January 1, 2019, New Year's Day, 10:00 AM at Oakwood Cemetery Annex for the Annual Wreath laying ceremony. This day in 1953, Hank Williams passed away at the age of 29. Join us as we celebrate the man and his music. Following the service, we will gather at the Museum for music by Mary Battiata and Pat Rance. Mary Battiata is a very sweet and talented singer/ songwriter and country music band leader from Arlington, VA. Her third and newest CD, the Heart Regardless was released this past year and has received 5 star reviews and significant air play in the US and UK. A quote from Rock N Reel magazine “Everything you most loved about Dolly Parton and Roseann Cash is here with heart tugging lyrics that snag like spurs.” Legendary BBC country DJ called the record, “Absolutely superb” Pat Rance is an incredible musician and singer from the Montgomery area. His musical talents are stretched from guitar to keyboard and you can bet he puts his heart into whatever he is playing. You are sure to love the sounds of these two fine musicians on New Year's Day. Come hungry y'all! PROGRAM IS OVER AT 1:00 PM Museum tour is included in price of admission. No photography, cell phone usage or videos allowed in Museum on first floor. Concessions available on the Eve. Black-eyed peas and the trimmings for New Year's Day lunch. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ A Tribute to Hank Williams featuring Ryan Cook Charlotte Street Arts Centre (Fredericton, NB) Thu Nov 15 2018 at 7:30 pm Ryan Cook began performing as Hank Williams in 2009 when he performed consecutive sold-out weeks of the Maynard Collins play “The Show He Never Gave” in Sackville, New Brunswick. ____________________________________________________________________________ COLD COLD HEART | HANK WILLIAMS TRIBUTE BAND Saturday, June 2, 2018 7:00 PM 9:00 PM Spring Cafe 1360 Lexington Parkway North Saint Paul, MN, 55103 United States ____________________________________________________________________________ A Tribute to Hank Williams Saturday, June 16, 2018 7:00 PM 11:59 PM SAT JUNE 16 The Star Community Bar - All Rights Reserved. 437 Moreland Avenue - Atlanta, GA - 30307 starring CIGAR STORE INDIANS ANDREA & MUD TIL SOMEONE LOSE AN EYE GHOST RIDERS CAR CLUB TRIO RODEO TWISTER UNCLE DADDY & THE KISSIN COUSINS COOL HAND HAYES RYE BABY 7PM/$10 This is a NON-SMOKING EVENT ____________________________________________________________________________ HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY June 21 - June 24 2018 HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY is the spectacular musical biography of the legendary singer-songwriter frequently mentioned alongside Louis Armstrong, Robert Johnson, Duke Ellington, Elvis and Bob Dylan as one of the great innovators of American popular music. The play follows Williams’ rise from his beginnings on the Louisiana Hayride to his triumphs on the Grand Ole Opry to his eventual self-destruction at twenty-nine. Along the way, we are treated to indelible songs like “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Move It on Over” and “Hey, Good Lookin’,” which are given fresh and profound resonance set in the context of Williams’ life. Thursday at 2:00pm & 7:30pm Friday and Saturday @ 7:30pm Sunday @ 2:00pm Gretna Theatre Pennsylvania Ave Mt Gretna, PA 17064 United States Phone: 717-964-3627 ____________________________________________________________________________ Acoustic Maritime Music Festival - July 19-22, 2018 Kempt Shore Ocean View Campground • 5701 Hwy 215 • Kempt Shore, NS Gates Open: 9:00AM | Show Starts: 10:00AM | All Ages Featuring: Hank Williams by Ryan Cook, J.P. Cormier, Garrett Mason, Pretty Archie, Charlie A'Court, The Secrets, Gordie MacKeeman & His Rhythm Boys, The Divorcees, Madison Violet, Union Duke, Jacob Strang & High Class Hussie Kempt Shore Festivals presents the 14th Annual Acoustic Maritime Music Festival from July 19-22, 2018. Festival begins Thursday evening with open mic with Mike Milne followed by performances throughout the weekend by () and more! Fans not only come for the music but also to enjoy the 800 foot stretch of beach and striped bass fishing along the Kempt Shore Ocean View Campground. Thursday is open mic night with Mike Milne followed by a performance by (). Sign-up for open mic will be available on site on Thursday and Saturday. Daily camping passes can be purchased onsite. Artist line up subject to change. Children under 12 are free with parents. Rain or Shine. All sales final. No refunds. General Admission. ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Festival Date: June 1, 2018 - June 2, 2018 Georgiana, Alabama More information: https://www.facebook.com/HankWilliamsBoyhoodHomeMuseum/ ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE April 17, 2018 Hank Williams – The Lonesome Tour Starring Jason Petty Tuesday, October 30, 2018 Direct from the historic stages of Nashville, Tennessee comes “Hank Williams – The Lonesome Tour” starring Jason Petty in a show that will instantly transform you back to the early 1950s when Hank Williams Senior was the biggest name in country music anywhere. When Jason Petty first performed the role of Hank at Nashville’s historic Ryman Auditorium in 1996, little did he imagine that some 20 years later he would still be portraying this legendary man in his own highly acclaimed show. As his research on Hank progressed, Petty met and became friends with Williams’ friends, family members, musicians, and fellow Grand Ole Opry stars. They took him into their confidence and shared intimate details of this legend’s life and career. From the good times to the hard times, Jason listened and began to understand this man like no other. Now be brings that intimate story to life in this new one-man tribute – “Hank Williams – The Lonesome Tour.” Don Helms, Hank’s best friend and steel guitar player, very simply stated, “Jason’s singing of Williams’ classic songs is the best there’s ever been.” This feeling, combined with his natural ability to tell the stories of Hank’s life and career with southern charm and down-home humour, has given this show rave reviews across North America. Sit back and relax and let Jason Petty transform you back to another day and time ... the days of Hank Williams. This will be an evening the audience will never forget. Tickets are now on sale: Tickets: Arden Theatre Box Office 780-459-1542 Mon–Fri: 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM Ticketmaster locations 1-855-985-5000 [hours] Buy online The Arden Theatre sells tickets through our own Box Office and through Ticketmaster online. Please be aware of third-party ticket sellers. If you are ever in doubt, call our Box Office first at 780-459-1542. ____________________________________________________________________________ Update, August 6, 2016 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Palmer, Alaska News: Hank Williams Museum and 5 day Cruise with David Church Join David & Terri Church March 24 for a night at the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, AL and then a 5 night Carnival Cruise March 25 to March 30th from mobile to Mexico. The star of RFD-TV's "Midwest Country" David Church, and Terri Lisa Church are excited to present a very special all inclusive getaway where they will be able to spend one-on-one time with fans and friends. First stop is a very special night at the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery AL. This will include a private tour of the museum, and a private concert right upstairs at the museum. The Hank Williams museum includes so many interesting memorabilia such as the baby blue Cadillac, guitars, suits pictures and more. You will love to hear the stories that no one knows better than the incredible staff at the museum. This is the MOST complete collection of Hank Williams in the world. Then they will be off to Mobile AL the next morning to board Carnival Fantasy where there will be 2 ports of call, Costa Maya Mexico & the island of Cozumel. The cruise will also include a very special concert, a special give from David and Terri Lisa and many activities. This is an ALL INCLUSIVE trip (except for travel) For additional details call 888-393-8687 ____________________________________________________________________________ Update August 3rd, 2016 HAPPY 93rd BIRTHDAY HANK WILLIAMS Saturday, September 17, 2016 9 AM – Oakwood Cemetery Annex 10 Am-3 PM- Live Music at the Museum featuring Hank’s Band and guests. 8 PM – Wetumpka VFW – Vintage Country Band with Andy Norman It is amazing after so many years that there are still things to be said…songs to be sung. Year by year the real impact Hank’s songs made on American music becomes more evident. His lifelong fans continue, and new admirers are added with each generation. Hank Williams Museum Calendar # 15 “I Saw the Light” is available on September 17th Add your birthday inside for only $1 each name Deadline is August 15, 2016. Calendars $10 plus S/H Order online or call 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 Celebrate! ____________________________________________________________________________ Update June 3, 2016 The Hank Williams Festival The 37th Annual "Salute To A Legend Was Held June 3-4, 2016 At Hank Williams Music Park, Georgiana, Alabama PLEASE NOTE: The Hank Williams Festival is an outdoor event. NO RESERVED SEATING! Bring your lawn chairs. No lounge chairs, coolers, food, drinks, or pets can be taken into park. Mickey Gilley and all the other talented artists have exited the festival, which was held on June 3-4. Gilley and his band put on a commanding performance that lasted for 1 hour and 50 minutes. It was one of the greatest shows ever performed on the Georgiana stage. I guarantee that ole Hank would have been proud. MORE INFO: http://www.hankwilliamsfestival.com/ ____________________________________________________________________________ Update December 20th, 2015 ATTENTION HANK AND COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Hank and New Year's Day From: Beth Petty Sent: Thursday, December 17, 2015, 9:08 AM To: Hank1@mtaonline.net CC: I'd like to remind everybody of the event coming up on NEW YEAR'S DAY at the HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM! Hank Williams died on this day 63 years ago. Fans from all over the world gather here in Montgomery to celebrate the life and music of Hank Williams on New Year's Day. We start with the wreath laying on his grave at OAKWOOD CEMETERY ANNEX at 10am. Following the service the fans gather at the Museum located on Commerce Street for live music and black eyed peas. Admission is $10 each person. Lifetime members of the Museum only $5. and that includes a grand tour of the Museum, music, fellowship among friends and food! We have many new singers for you this year along with some of the crowd favorites The event will close between 1 and 2pm. Hope to see you here. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update: October 30, 2015 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Friday, October 30, 2015 1:54 PM To: Hank Subject: Re: 2016 Hank Calendar 2016 Hank Williams and his Drifting Cowboys Collector Calendar no. 14 will be available on Sept 17th. Only $10 each plus s/h This #14 Hank Williams Museum Collector Calendar features all of the known Drifting Cowboys. Not only does the calendar include stories about individuals who were in Hank's very first cowboy band, but those who were with him at the end. Even though the band members changed throughout the years, the name of the band remained the same throughout Hank's career. The front cover features the Official Drifting Cowboy Band registered in the Library of Congress; Don Helms, Jerry Rivers, Sammy Pruett and Howard Watts (Cedric Rainwater). Research in this calendar comes from seven-time author, Steve Maze, Brian Turpen, Ken Campanile and Beth Petty. Inside pages are colorful and filled with information and pictures. VOTE FOR YOUR FAVORITE HANK CALENDAR! Let me hear from you about the year you thought to be the best. They started in 2003. Also I would be interested to know how many of you have the 14 issues! It's quite a collection if you do. We no longer sell the past years, although I do have a few 2014 and 2015 left over. You can also order these on the website. Like us on facebook...Hank Williams Museum Go to our website...www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net Check out the online store! Honky Tonk Shopping at Hank's Place! Follow us on Instagram and Tweeter. Thanks and hope to get an order from you soon. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Sept. 12, 2015 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska ADDED NOTE: If you get a chance do thank the folks like Beth Petty and Ed Guy for all they do ! From: Beth Petty Sent: Saturday, September 12, 2015 10:50 AM To: Kathy Keely ; Brian Kelley ; Jay Johnson ; Roberta Davis ; Bobby Linzey ; Robert Kato ; Robert Ackerman Subject: Get Your Hank on for Sat Sept 19...the 92nd Birthday bash for Hank Williams in Montgomery, AL! Hank Williams Birthday Bash-September 19, 2015 Hank’s 92nd Birthday Bash is just a short time away. It is going to be a fantastic time! Festivities: Saturday September 19 9 am Oakwood Cemetery Annex at the resting place of Hank and Audrey. 10:00 am- 4 pm - Museum for the music program and 12th annual collector’s fair with Ed Guy. $15 each or $25 a couple. Age 15 and up. $5 for ages 5-14. Concessions will be open all day with sandwich deals, drinks and snacks; including a hotdog from Chris'! We have a great band and I am really excited to hear them play together. We have Arty Hill (Maryland) on Lead Guitar, Jeremy Drawbaugh (Alabama) on Steel, Susanne Woolley (Oklahoma) on Fiddle, Vinny D’Amico (Georgia) on acoustic, Deb Berlinger (Florida) on drums and Mark Patton (Florida) on Upright Bass. Some of our featured artists (Arty Hill, Vinny D’Amico & Mark Patton) are in Hank’s Band but we have a great line-up of guests. Karen Collins from Baltimore is a Sweetheart with one of the most soulful voices you will ever hear! Mary McDonald from Stonewall, Oklahoma will be on the show and she too, has a wonderful voice. Mary Battiata is from Maryland and we are looking so forward to meeting and hearing Mary sing! Beth Cooper is from Montgomery and if you have never met Beth, you are in for a treat! Another Montgomery native is Andy Norman! Andy has one of those exceptional voices whether he’s doing Hank, Elvis, Merle or even Frank Sinatra! Others on the program and always a crowd pleaser includes; Karo, Tyler Jones, Pete Loper, Brad Magness and Tammy Sue, Gaynell Moore, The Sheppard Family, John Andrew Schuffert, Angie Blackwell, and TJ Bohannon. Jeff Petty will be handling the MC duties as well as entertaining the crowd with his vocals! Jeff does a great job – one of the true “Honky-Tonk Singers”. Some of these entertainers will have their cd's for you to purchase. We look forward to having the Hank Williams International Fan Club in the house! 10 prizes will be given away throughout the day. Stay around for two every hour. Prizes will include a lifetime membership to the Museum and the 16 cd set of Mothers Best Flour shows. We will also have a half pot drawing. This is a onetime drawing at the end of the day for half of the money in the jug. Please make time to go through the Museum and see the countless Hank Williams artifacts! The Museum is such a warm place, full of love for the life and music of Hank Williams. Don’t forget to look around in the gift shop – there you will find everything from T-shirts to Hank Williams 78’s. Inspiring, loving, friends who have touched our lives in more ways than we can count, Woodie and Becky Hill from Maysville, Oklahoma will be on hand to organize the music program. These two give so much of themselves without asking anything in return. No words can express what their friendship and support of the Hank Williams Museum has meant to us. Thank you! Thank you to ALL involved in the festivities this year. See you soon, Beth Petty 2016 Hank Williams and his Drifting Cowboys Collector Calendar no. 14 will be available on S2ept 17th. Only $10 each plus s/h Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update April 29, 2015 HANK FESTIVAL-JUNE 5-6, 2015 Here is the lineup for the 36th Annual Hank Williams Festival in Georgiana, AL on June 5 & 6, 2015: at the Hank Williams Music Park next to the HW Boyhood Home & Museum: Fri-June 5th: Opens 2PM Featuring BRAD MAGNESS, THE SPRINGS, T.GRAHAM BROWN ($15.) 5PM Bar B Q - $10. Sat-June 6th: Opens 8AM Featuring BRAD MAGNESS, JETT WILLIAMS, JOHNNY RODRIGUEZ ($25.) Also appearing on Fri and/or Sat: MARY McDONALD, STARLA JONES, COLON LEATHERWOOD, RACHELYN JAMES, KIM CARSON, SPORTY DAVE, TERRY SMITH, VINNY D"AMICO and JACKSON CAPPS. On Thu-June 4th: Starts 7PM - Karaoke (Free Admission) Bring your chairs but no pets, coolers, etc. Plenty of food & drinks available & Arts/Crafts and LOTS OF GREAT MUSIC. MORE INFORMATION: Call (334) 376-22396, E-mail: cityofgeorgiana@centurytel.net Website: www.hankwilliamsfestival.com (Thanks to Ed Guy for providing this information) ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Feb 17, 2015 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Monday, March 16, 2015 5:40 PM To: Robert Ackerman Subject: David Ball this Saturday at Hank Museum and more news from Hankland! Hello! We have some very exciting news to share with you. Grammy award winner, David Ball is performing at the Hank Williams Museum (on the 2nd floor auditorium) in Montgomery, AL this Saturday night. Show starts at 6:00 PM. The Museum will be open for tours before the show and it will be half price ($5.00) for those with a David Ball ticket. Come out even earlier if you'd like to treat yourself to one of the fine restaurants around the Downtown area. David has agreed to sign autographs and take photos with you after the show at 8:00 PM. This is some of the best HONKY TONK COUNTRY MUSIC and it's LIVE! . In the early 90's, David had a string of hits including, "Look What Followed Me Home", Riding With Private Malone", When the Thought of You Catches Up With Me", "Thinking Problem" and many more. Tickets are $20 and to guarantee a seat, you will need to call 334-262-3600 to reserve. Seating is limited and is General Admission. No bad seats in the house! David Ball ~ Saturday night, March 21 ~ 6-8 PM ~ $20 I would also like to mention that we have a NEW gift shop and we call it Honky Tonk shopping at Hank's Place. Look us up online or just come on in to visit. Go to our website www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net and leave your comments about Hank or the Museum on our guestbook. You can also create a profile on Tripadvisor and leave your comments there. We're trying hard to climb to the number one attraction in Montgomery and would appreciate your (high) ratings. It's almost time for me to start working on the #14, 2016 Hank Calendar. Deadline to submit birthday, anniversary or in memory of someone is the end of June. Names are $1 each (anniversary counts as one name) and if you give 20 names or renew 20, you will get a free calendar. You pay shipping for the free one. They are released on Hank's birthday, September 19, 2015. Hank's Birthday Party is Saturday, September 19, 2015. Time: tba I hope you are all doing well and will plan a visit to the beautiful historic downtown Montgomery, AL to see the Hank Williams Museum and visit the other sites while in town. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Oct 18, 2014 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – The latest from Montgomery Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Marty Martel Sent: Friday, October 17, 2014 12:16 PM To: Marty Martel Subject: Hank Williams and Jan Howard Dear Mr. Martel: Greetings from Montgomery! I hope you are doing well. The Museum is gearing up for a big event Nov 6-9. It's our 2nd annual songwriting workshop with Jan Howard. I would be thankful if you could send out the information for us to help get out the word. Copy and paste the following URL into your browser's location box to view this poster: http://s526.photobucket.com/albums/cc346/internetaction/songwritingworkshop.jpg I look forward to hearing from you, Sincerely, Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Sept. 11, 2014 Hank Williams 91st birthday celebration in Montgomery etc. Hello Hank Fans, Wow! What a show we have lined up for you on Saturday, September 20th celebrating Hank Williams' 91st birthday. It's time to plan your trip to Montgomery for a celebration of the man and his music. This year's program is shaping up to be one of our best! We have performers coming from just down the road, and from across the country. Look at this line-up! Our house band, backing many of our singers this year include: Cowboy Eddie Long- one of the finest steel guitar players in Country Music, formerly with Hank, Jr. and now touring with Jamey Johnson. Angie Pentz- Formerly with the Bama River Band, Angie is a l ocal celebrity who plays some fine country Bass guitar. Woodie Hill - Star and director of Paul’s Valley Opry in Oklahoma, Woodie is our band leader and will be featured on Lead guitar. Deb Berlinger- her third show at the Museum, adding the percussion and keeping the beat with her drums. Tyler Jones - A regular at our shows and will be adding his smooth rhythm guitar to the mix. Featured performers are: The Sheppard Family, The Schuffert Family, Slim Pickins Combo returns for their 12th year, newcomer-Jerry Thomas Band, the wonderful Karen Collins, Vinny & Donna D’Amico, the Ragin’ Cajun Gaynell Moore, Pete Loper, Tyler Jones, Jeff Petty, Tim Bohannon, Woodie & Becky Hill, Wendy & Mark Patton and the queen of Karaoke, Karo! Schedule: 8:45-9:30 AM: Oakwood Cemetery Annex, the Memorial site of Hank & Audrey Williams. 10:00-4:00 PM: Museum & Music Hall, 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL Admission: $15 each person age 12 & up ~ $5 for children 3-11 ~ $5 for Lifetime Members Drawings throughout the day and Concessions open for lunch and snacks all day. Collectors Fair: We welcome back for the 11th year Ed Guy, collector of recordings and memorabilia and for the 1st time Merlin Miller, the maker of cigar box guitars. Maple necks, truss rods, rosewood fingerboards and built in equalizers. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *The new 2015 Hank Williams Museum Collector Calendar will be available starting Sept 17, 2014. The cost is only $10.00 plus shipping. *We are proud to have the gift shop ONLINE now. www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net. Do your Honky Tonk shopping at Hank's Place and see our new line of unique boutique items. *A dated tee-shirt will also be available on the 20th, the celebration of Hank's birthday. GO HANK! GO COUNTRY! GO TRADITION! *While I've got your attention, let me share the news about who is coming in November...Jan Howard! She is the moderator for the 2nd a nnual Hank Williams Museum Songwriting Workshop. Arty Hill, Bobby Tomberlin and Bill LaBounty will be the instructors. Full details are on the website under "news". Lookin’ forward to seeing you! Beth Petty, Director, Hank Williams Museum, 118 Commerce St., Montgomery, AL 36104 ~ 334-262-3600 ~ email: HankWilliamsMuse@bellsouth.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update June 28th, 2014 Just wanted to let you know what is improving at the Hank Williams Museum Gift Shop in Montgomery, and hope that you will be able to publicize it on your E-mail Blast System. Beth also has expanded the music section by adding some rare Sterling 78s as well as a large supply of original MGM 78s & 45s. She also is offering a beautifully professionally mounted & framed autograph of Hank from the Hadacol Caravan on September 13, 1951 with an original promotional 8 x 10 photograph-with the Hadacol Program documenting the date of the event in Riverside (Kansas City, MO). All the best, Ed Guy --- Email: edguy2222@aol.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Honky Tonk Shopping at Hank's Place! ONLINE Our Gift Store has long been the place to buy Hank Williams souvenirs. Visitors from around the globe have traveled here to get these one of a kind items and now we're excited to be bringing our store online to you. Located in beautiful historic downtown Montgomery, the new Hank Williams Gift Shop is ONLINE for the first time ever! Not only does this store carry a large selection of Hank Williams tee-shirts, accessories and souvenirs, it also features a wide array of unique and boutique items. Go to the website http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net/ and click on Gift Shop, then click on any category located on the left of the screen to start your Honky Tonk Shopping at Hank's Place. ____________________________________________________________________________ Hank Williams Museum Calendar It's time again to collect names for the Hank Williams Museum Calendar. You can have your birthday, anniversary or In memory of someone in the calendar for only $1 each name. Please submit those names to me by the end of July. You will receive a free calendar for every 20 names. You must pay shipping for those free calendars. If you'd like to be a sponsor of the calendar, please call 334-262-3600 or email me at: hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net The calendar will be available on Hank's birthday for only $10 each plus shipping. You can pre-order and it will be shipped by Oct 1, 2014. Hank's 91st birthday celebration and 11th annual collectors fair will be held at the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery on Saturday, September 20, 2014. Oakwood Cemetery Annex at 9am for the wreath laying and then the museum until 5pm. Please see the website for more details. The 2nd annual songwriting workshop will be held November 6-9, 2014. Instructors this year are Bobby Tomberlin, Arty Hill, Bill LaBounty and the great Jan Howard! Please visit our website for more information. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update February 7th, 2014 The Fifteen Anniversary of the Hank Williams Museum Join us this Sunday, February 9, 2014 to celebrate the Museum's 15th year! Time: 1-4 PM If you can't be with us in person then be with us in spirit. Please wish us many more good years to honor the man and his music, Hank Williams. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Dec 27, 2013 The 2014 Hank Williams Calendar ____________________________________________________________________________ Thanks to Robert Ackerman for forwarding this information. The 2014 Hank Williams Calendar is number 12 in a series. This is perhaps one of the best yet. It features many of Hank's sponsors... Duck Head Overalls, Prince Albert Tobacco, Mothers Best, Johnny Fair Syrup and so on. They are $10 each plus shipping. In the US: shipping for 1 or 2 in same package is $4. Three up to six is $6. In Canada: $6 and $8 for the same. Other countries vary...please contact me for details by email: hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net or phone 334-262-3600. Picture attached January 1, 2014, we will honor Hank's legacy at the Hank Williams Museum with music from 10:30-1pm. $10 admission. Black eye peas served with the trimmings. Yum Yum 10am Oakwood Cemetery Annex for the 61st Memorial and wreath laying. Musicians attending this year are: The Sheppard Family, The Schuffert Family, Vinny D'Amico, Tyler Jones, Gaynell Moore, Andy Norman, Peter Loper, Roger Wilson and Special Guest-Spencer Bohren. The cd "Midnight" is only $10 if purchased in store. Shipping charges in US is $5, Canada $8 and other countries vary between $10 and $20. Please contact me if you'd like to get one of these. Read more about this project on our website: http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net/ February 8, 2014 the Museum will celebrate 15 Years! Wow it doesn't seem like it. We've made thousands of friends in these years and are happy and blessed to know each and every one of you. OPEN HOUSE IS SUN., FEB 9, 2014 from 1-4 pm. It's free that day! Come out and celebrate with us. Thanks, Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update, Oct 1, 2013 NOVEMBER 7-10, 2013 ------PRE-REGISTER NOW! SONGWRITING WORKSHOP TO BE HELD AT THE HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM IN MONTGOMERY, AL Country Music Hall of Famer and legendary singer/songwriter Whisperin' Bill Anderson will serve as moderator of the First Annual Hank Williams Songwriting Workshop, November 7th through the 10th, at the Hank Williams Museum, in Montgomery, AL. Core instructors include Bobby Tomberlin, Bradley Gaskin, and Arty Hill. The HW Workshop will include songwriting seminars, one-on-one critiques, jam sessions, a "goodie" bag, a buffet dinner on Thursday evening, and a continental breakfast on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; as well as an acoustic concert on Saturday night that will be headlined by Bill Anderson. Fees are $350 per person without hotel accommodations; $550 per person with a double room (shared); or $750 per person with a private single room. All rooms are at the Hampton Inn, next door to the museum, and prices are exclusive to workshop attendees. The concert on Saturday night, featuring Bill Anderson & friends, will also be open to the public. Tickets are $20 per person. For further information, contact Beth Petty at (334) 262-3600 or hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update, September 7, 2013 90TH CELEBRATION OF HANK WILLIAMS' BIRTH Hank Williams would have been 90 years old on September 17th, but his music is still as new and loved by millions around the world. As long as we have America, we will have Hank Williams Music to inspire us. Celebrate with us on Saturday, September 14, 2013 with live music from some of the best tribute artists and collectors with treasures you don't want to miss. 9:00 a.m.-Oakwood Cemetery Annex for the annual wreath laying with music by the Sheppard Family and Terry Faust 10-5pm-Hank Williams Museum Entertainment by: The Sheppard Family, Arty Hill, Woodie & Becky Hill, Karen Collins, Mark & Wendy Patton, Deb Berlinger, Don Lynch, Tyler Jones, TJ Bohannon, Frank Tuma, Gaynell Moore, Vinny D'Amico, Dustin Hunt, Joey Allcorn and Braxton Schuffert family JOIN US SAT., SEPT. 14TH FOR THE 90TH CELEBRATION OF HANK WILLIAMS' BIRTH AND 10TH ANNUAL COLLECTORS FAIRE PLACE: HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM MUSIC HALL TIME: 9AM OAKWOOD CEMETERY ANNEX FOR THE WREATH LAYING, 10AM-5PM LIVE MUSIC-MUSEUM ADMISSION: $15 EACH OR $25 COUPLE, $5 FOR CHILDREN UNDER 12 Don't forget to mark your calendars for this special event: NOV 7-10 THE FIRST ANNUAL SONGWRITING WORKSHOP WITH BILL ANDERSON PRE-REGISTER NOW! READ ON LINE FOR MORE DETAILS AND FEES. WWW.THEHANKWILLIAMSMUSEUM.NET SATURDAY NOV 9, 7PM, IN CONCERT WHISPERING BILL ANDERSON-$20 ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update July 31, 2013 Howdy Folks, Below is a press release that will tell you about an important CD coming up. Please read and participate if you can. There is a deadline to contribute so pay close attention to the details! You can also go directly to the website and listen to it by Joey Allcorn. http://www.hankrecord.com/ He did a great job putting this together. Thanks a bunch!! Read this great article just released... http://www.savingcountrymusic.com/joey-allcorn-plans-hank-williams-tribute-to-benefit-hank-museum www.HankRecord.com Watch the video here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8juSfgaU6k Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2013 Joey Allcorn launches campaign to produce tribute album for the Hank Williams Museum. Montgomery, AL Country artist Joey Allcorn announced today that he is launching a crowdsourcing campaign via Indiegogo.com to record and release an album that will salute the legendary Hank Williams and raise money for the Hank Williams Museum. He will be joined on the project by other artists who are avid Hank Williams fans and supporters of the museum, including Jake Penrod, Rachel Brooke, David Church, Arty Hill, Andy Norman, and Bobby Tomberlin. Unlike other Hank Williams tribute recordings, this one will not feature any covers of Williams’ classic songs. Instead, it will focus on the mystery, the intrigue, and even the aura surrounding his untimely death. Such important figures as Charles Carr, Hank’s driver on the night he died, and Braxton Schuffert, one of Hank’s earliest musical heroes, both of whom recently passed away, will be a part of the musical story. Among the songs set to be included are “The Death of Hank Williams,” the first Hank Williams tribute song ever released, “Death is Only a Dream,” Hank’s favorite song according to a 1952 Country Song Roundup interview, and “Midnight,” the last song Hank Williams ever sang while traveling to Canton, Ohio, on December 31, 1952. “I've wanted to do a project like this for a long time in order to bring back some of these songs that exist in Hank Williams lore that a lot of his fans might not be very familiar with,” Allcorn says. Fans can get involved by visiting www.HankRecord.com. Allcorn has worked with the Hank Williams Museum in creating incentive packages that offer exclusive Hank Williams memorabilia for contributions. Items offered range from limited edition, exclusive prints to lifetime memberships to the museum. “Most of these items are only available here at the museum,” says Allcorn, “so this is also an opportunity for Hank Williams collectors to obtain some really cool items they can't get anywhere else.” The campaign will run through September 1, 2013. Once the funding goal has been reached and recording is complete, the album will be available exclusively from the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, Alabama. All proceeds from its sale will go directly to the museum and play a role in keeping the world’s largest Hank Williams collection available for his many fans to enjoy for years to come. Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ Update July 17, 2013 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Monday, July 15, 2013 5:05 PM To: Robert Ackerman Subject: Fw: Hank Museum upcoming events/Calendar Hello Everyone, It's time to collect names for the 2014 Hank Williams Museum Calendar. This marks #12 ! Pay $1 for each name (Birthday, Anniversary or In Memory of someone) Deadline is end of July for submitting your names. 20 names and you will receive a free calendar. They go on sale September 14th for $10 each plus shipping. Please pay shipping if you are to receive a free calendar. 1-2 in same package in US $4, Canada $5, 3-5 in same package is $6 US, $7 Canada. All other orders please contact me for shipping charges. Coming Soon: New items on display: The Jack Turner portrait of Hank Williams and chest of drawers used by Hank and Audrey. July 19, 4pm David Church will stop by the Museum for an acoustic show. Admission is $10 for concert and tour of the Museum. Come and meet the star of "Midwest Country" and hear why David is recognized as the top tribute artist of Hank Williams. Museum lifetime members $5. September 14 Celebrate the 90th Birthday for Hank Williams and 10th annual collectors faire. Time: 9am Oakwood Cemetery Annex for wreath laying. 10am-5pm-celebration and live music. Music from Arty Hill, Deb Berlinger, Mark Patton, Don Lynch, Karen Collins, Joey Allcorn, Tyler Jones, Woodie & Becky Hill, Frank Tuma, Gaynell Moore and more! AND a special tribute to Braxton Schuffert from his family. August 31-Grand Ole Gospel Time at the Hank Museum. Show will be pre-recorded for television. 2-5 PM, $10 and the price includes touring the museum. November 7-10: 1st Annual Songwriting Workshop at the Museum with Bill Anderson, Bobby Tomberlin, Arty Hill and Bradley Gaskin. Only 75 students excepted. Must pre-register and make reservations with Beth 334-262-3600. See website for full details of workshop. www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.net Sat. November 9th: Bill Anderson in concert. Limited seating. $20.00...Advance tickets only- Time TBA Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ update May 24, 2013 Hiram 2014 …in the beginning, a youth named Hiram lived at 127 Rose Street in Georgiana. While living here his mother, Lillie, bought Hiram his first guitar and Hiram met TeeTot (Rufus Payne), whose music lessons and life’s lessons in a railroad town filled with family and friends led Hiram to declare his name was HANK. In June 2014 the play, Hiram, written by Rheta Grimsley Johnson & John Williams, will premier at the GaAna Theatre. Before the honors, awards, fame, fortune, there was Hiram. Let’s share this legacy with Hank’s fans. It was here in Georgiana, AL that the Country Soul of Hank Williams was born. We welcome your input, your help, your spirit of volunteerism. For more information – Margaret Gaston – 334-376-0064; margaretgaston@centurytel.net Research Assistant: Ed Guy edguy2222@aol.com A BIG Thank you to Georgiana’s Mayor, Jerome Antone; Alabama Department of Tourism’s Director, Lee Sentell; State Senator, Bryan Taylor and State Representative, Charles Newton for their SUPPORT. ____________________________________________________________________________ update May 7, 2013 SONGWRITING WORKSHOP TO BE HELD AT THE HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM IN MONTGOMERY, AL Country Music Hall of Famer and legendary singer/songwriter Whisperin' Bill Anderson will serve as moderator of the First Annual Hank Williams Songwriting Workshop, November 7th through the 10th, at the Hank Williams Museum, in Montgomery, AL. Core instructors include Bobby Tomberlin, Bradley Gaskin, and Arty Hill. The HW Workshop will include songwriting seminars, one-on-one critiques, jam sessions, a "goodie" bag, a buffet dinner on Thursday evening, and a continental breakfast on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; as well as an acoustic concert on Saturday night that will be headlined by Bill Anderson. Fees are $350 per person without hotel accommodations; $550 per person with a double room (shared); or $750 per person with a private single room. All rooms are at the Hampton Inn, next door to the museum, and prices are exclusive to workshop attendees. The concert on Saturday night, featuring Bill Anderson & friends, will also be open to the public. Tickets are $20 per person. For further information, contact Beth Petty at (334) 262-3600 or hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net Beth J. Petty, Director Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.net ____________________________________________________________________________ update April 27. 2013 34th Annual Hank Williams Festival - Friday May 31 - June 1st, 2013 Georgiana, Alabama For details, Copy and Paste the following URL into your browser's location box: http://www.hankwilliamsfestival.com/ ____________________________________________________________________________ Update March 30, 2013 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS - Great news from Hank’s Boyhood Home – Thanks Margaret. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska TODAY, THURSDAY, MARCH 28th, our State Senator, Bryan Taylor, presented the Hank Williams Boyhood Home/Museum a check for $5000.00 from the Alabama Department of Tourism. Our long time museum supporter and State Representative, Charles Newton; Mayor Jerome Antone; Museum Board members, Mike Middleton and June Skipper Whittle plus many of our local citizenry joined us for this SPECIAL event. Later, Senator Taylor, traveled to Georgiana’s K-12 School to announce an expansion of Coastal Forest Products in nearby Chapman, AL. Read more about THAT ANNOUNCEMENT and the presentation in our county newspapers, The Greenville Standard and The Greenville Advocate. Professor Paul Nail, from University of Central Arkansas, in Conway, AR, happened to be in town doing research on Hank Williams, SR. Dr. Nail is on a year’s sabbatical to do this research. We welcomed him today and an interview with Dr. Nail will be in The Greenville Standard. Our cup overfloweth – thank you HANK fans – YOU have made this possible. mgaston, curator ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Feb 18, 2013 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – Some info from our friends at the Boyhood Home..... thanks much.... Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska SAVE THE DATE MARCH 2, 2013 SOUTHERN LEGENDS OPRY BAND & Special Guest AT THE GA-ANA THEATRE GEORGIANA, AL 6:30 – 8:30 P. M. $5.00 ADMISSION ALL AGES SAVE THE DATE - SPREAD THE GOOD NEWS ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Feb 7, 2013 THIS SUNDAY, FEB 10, 1-4 PM OPEN HOUSE AT THE HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM IN MONTGOMERY CELEBRATING 14 YEARS! ADMISSION IS FREE BUT DONATIONS ACCEPTED ENJOY A FREE TOUR OF THE MUSEUM, LIVE MUSIC AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS FREE BOOK "DEAR MAMA WILLIAMS" ** SURPRISE 75TH BIRTHDAY FOR BETTY JACKSON** BRING HER A ROSE (NO VASE AND COLOR DOESN'T MATTER) ALSO CELEBRATING BRAXTON SCHUFFERT'S 97TH BIRTHDAY! COME OUT AND SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR THESE TWO THE MUSEUM WILL HAVE A NEW WEBSITE***COMING VERY SOON** WWW.THEHANKWILLIAMSMUSEUM.NET Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Jan 13, 2013 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS - An excellent, informative report from Ed Guy on recent Hank events - especially good for those of us that couldn't be there (THANKS MUCH ED). Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska NEW YEAR’S EVE 12-31-12 & NEW YEAR’S DAY 1-1-13 Had an enjoyable trip to Montgomery, AL and visited with many Hank Fans, Beth & Jeff Petty, Braxton Schuffert, Andy Norman, Rick & Marie Angers, and others. Andy, Beth Cooper, and Tyler Jones (an excellent teenage singer of Hank Songs from Killen, AL) were the performers who stood out. Braxton was so endearing as he told stories of Hank and sang some of the old songs and explained how they were written on demand (by Fred Rose) Karo provided the Karaoke Program on NY’s Eve before the live music. Jeff Petty, as always, was the perfect MC. An ardent Hank Fan and Fan Club Member – Rabbi Ben Alpert of Boynton Beach, FL – presented an interesting discussion of Hank’s life and music which was well received at both the Gravesite and in the Museum. Bobby Linzey of Cumming, GA, who was a neighbor of Hank’s in Montgomery, recalled his experiences as a young boy frequenting Miss Lilly’s Boarding House, seeing Hank in life and also his recollections of Hank’s Funeral. He displayed some interesting photographs. Terry Faust, “Hank’s Grave Tender” sang a haunting tribute song to Hank at the Gravesite. Other singers & musicians included T J Bohannon, 10 years old, of Rome, GA; Roger “Hurricane” Wilson of Kennesaw, GA; and the Slim Pickin’s Band who are scattered throughout Georgia. Two events........ the Candlelight Vigil & Singing at Hank's Statue on Perry Street on NY's Eve and the Gravesite Service on NY's Day with music by the Sheppard Family from Banks, AL and fine food both days with a good attendance. (On NY’s Day, Beth Petty and Betty Jackson served the traditional black-eyed peas dinner. Due to illness, Charles Carr was unable to attend. Hopefully he will recover soon and have a most Happy & Healthy New Year. Even had appearances by Mary Margaret McCord, Miss Alabama USA, and Lorin Holcombe, Miss Teen Alabama USA. Beth Petty, Curator of the HW Museum reminds everyone that there will be an Open House at the Museum in Montgomery on Feb 10, 2013 to celebrate the Museum’s 14th Anniversary. Ed Guy Palm Coast, FL ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Dec 21, 2012 Greetings from Montgomery and Merry Christmas to ALL! A couple of things... Please email me for an invitation to the Memorial Celebration at the Museum in Montgomery for Hank's 60th anniversary of his death. Email Address: hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net Commerce Street will be blocked off on the eve for a street party given by the City of Montgomery. Don't be discouraged by the parking. If someone has trouble walking a block, or you need to unload heavy equipment, please ask someone attending the barricades to let you in to unload. You can park in parking areas around Commerce Street. All parking decks will be open to the public. Limited spaces will be reserved in the parking lot across from the museum...Bibb and Commerce. On New Year's Day-Commerce Street will be open for parking. 2013 Calendars are still available and on sale at the Museum only. Cost is $10 plus s/h. Also the New dated 60th Memorial tee's available for $20. Contact me by email or phone 334-262-3600 to order. Feel free to share emails with your friends and help spread the word about Hank Williams. This Museum is a wonderful place to enjoy, so invite everyone you know to join us. We hope to see you on the New Year's Eve and New Year's Day Memorial Celebration for Hank's 60th death anniversary. Please email me for any concerns or questions. I'll be happy to reply. Email Address: hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net Our website has issues..we are aware, so you can use the link below for now. You will not find info about the event there... http://web.archive.org/web/20110717002324/http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.com/ Wishing you and yours a Christmas filled with peace and blessings, Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 http://web.archive.org/web/20110717002324/http://www.thehankwilliamsmuseum.com/ ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Oct 5, 2012 The NEW 2013 Hank Williams Collector Calendar "The Recording Years" is now available for only $10 plus shipping. This new item is available from the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery and is something every fan would want! Please email me at hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net for details on shipping or call 334-262-3600. Don't forget to plan a winter vacation to Montgomery, AL on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day to celebrate the man and his music...Hank Williams... the 60th anniversary of his death. Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ______________________________________________________________________________ Update OCT 4, 2012 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – thanks Beth. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 2:41 PM To: Hank1@mtaonline.net Subject: New Hank Williams CD Lost Concerts Hi Robert: Greetings from Montgomery! Can you let the fans know about the new cd now available at the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery. Thanks! NEW CD OF HANK WILLIAMS...Featuring shows from Niagara Falls and Sunset Park plus rare interview with Hank! LOST CONCERTS...Limited Collector's Edition CD... $13.95 plus $5 shipping in US and Canada. Introductory offer expires October 31, 2012. Comedy With Hank and the Drifting Cowboys [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 7:06 2 I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You) [Niagara Falls, May 4, - 3:37 3 Orange Blossom Special [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 3:14 4 Why Don't You Love Me [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 2:17 5 Are You Walkin' and a-Talkin' For the Lord [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 3:11 6 The Funeral [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 4:33 7 Hey, Good Lookin' [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 3:35 8 Cold, Cold Heart [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 3:05 9 Lovesick Blues [Niagara Falls, May 4, 1952] - 4:55 10 Introductions [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - :57 11 Hey, Good Lookin' [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 1:36 12 Comedy With Hank and the Drifting Cowboys [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 2:09 13 Fire On the Mountain [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 1:07 14 Lonesome Whistle [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 3:17 15 Jambalaya [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 3:30 16 Long Gone Lonesome Blues [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 3:28 17 Half As Much [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 3:37 18 I Saw the Light [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 3:26 19 Lovesick Blues [Sunset Park, July 13, 1952] - 2:42 20 Hank Interviewed By Mack Sanders, Kfbi, Wichita, Kansas, September 14, - 6:06 Order from the Hank Williams Museum, 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 -334-262-3600. Please call with credit card information or send check or money order. Please NO Canadian money orders or foreign currency. Credit Card only for all international orders. Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ____________________________________________________________________________ Update Aug 28, 2012 Hank Williams Day, Saturday, September 15, 2012 On Monday, September 17, 1923, the world received the gift of Hiram Williams and on Saturday, September 15, 2012, nearly 89 years later, the celebration of the gift of Hank continues! Wreath Laying (9:00 AM): Rounders, lawyers, roughnecks, accountants, cowboys, laborers and every other ilk of Hank fan from around the world will start the festivities at Oakwood Cemetery Annex with the traditional wreath laying, a touching ceremony that’s not to be missed. Museum and Collectors Fair, Live Music & Food (Museum open 10:00 AM-5:00 PM): A number of new vendors and many of your old favorites will be on hand beginning at 10:00 AM and they’re sure to have that perfect Hank collectable or piece of memorabilia that has eluded you all these years. At 11:00 AM, legendary Montgomery disc jockey, and CMA Award Winner, Dr. Sam will emcee a musical program featuring great guitar playing, fiddles, upright bass, old country songs and, of course, steel guitar, to bring you those lonesome sounds. Unique voices, beautiful voices, opinionated people, open minded people and people that are smarter than me will share a common voice, one that celebrates the gift of Hank. There are a bunch of you folks out there that are receiving these messages, but have never actually garnered the gumption to come to a show at the Hank Williams Museum. C’mon out! It’s big fun and we don’t hardly ever bite.. Admission: Admission of $15 for non-members, and only $5 for members and children ages 3-12; includes a meal ticket, a tour of the museum, the collectors fair and a live celebration of the music of Hank Williams! 2013 Hank Williams Museum Calendar: The new 2013 Hank Williams Museum Calendar “The Recording Years” will be available beginning September 15th for $10. Where to Stay? Embassy Suite, (1 block from Museum) Call 334-269-5055 for reservations... And mention the code "Sweet Home Alabama" to get a special rate. Hampton Inn and Suites, (Located next door to us) call 334-265-1010 and mention Hank Williams Museum for your special rate. Red Bluff Cottage (551 Clay Street, Montgomery) 334-264-0056 If the Good Lord's Willing, and the Creeks don't rise, we'll see you September 15th! Beth Petty Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ______________________________________________________________________________________ Update June 27, 2012 Hi Tom, Here is an event that you may wish to "broadcast" on your Alabama Talk Line. It was sent to me by Margaret Gaston, the gracious Curator of the Hank Williams Boyhood Home Museum. Best regards, Ed Guy _____________________________ GOOD TIMES ON A SATURDAY NIGHT IN Georgiana! GA-ANA THEATRE GEORGIANA, AL PROUDLY PRESENTS THE SOUTHERN LEGENDS OPRY JULY 14, 2012 – 6:30-8:30 P.M. SOUTHERN LEGENDS BAND – Greg Bowden, Randall Cauthen, Judy “Buddy Manning, Calvin Poole III, Edna “ET” Thomas and Leroy Thomas SPECIAL GUEST – Cleve Poole from Greenville, AL Admission - $5.00 per person for all ages SPONSORS: Big T’s Gym, Georgiana; Burkett’s Hardware, Georgiana; Powell Tractor, Greenville; Hank Williams Boyhood Home/Museum, Georgiana. ____________________________________________________________________________ Update April 19, 2012 33rd annual Hank Williams Festival GEORGIANA, Ala. -- Jett Williams and Larry Gatlin top the bill at the 33rd annual Hank Williams Festival, scheduled for June 1-2 in Georgiana, Ala. The 33rd annual “Salute to a Legend” takes place at Hank Williams Music Park. Gates open at 5 p.m. May 31 for a free night of karaoke for fans who arrive early for the festival. Gates open at 3 p.m. Friday, June 1; single-day admission is $15 and barbecue plates will be available for $10. Entertainers include 3 Lanes Crossing, Bad Horse and Kevin Sport. Gates open at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 2; single-day admission is $25. Scheduled entertainers include Brad Magness, Jett Williams, Larry Gatlin and Moe Bandy. Other acts scheduled to appear at the festival include Starla Jones, Mary McDonald, Colon Leatherwood, Frank Brannon, Frank Tuma, Vinny D’Amico, Steve Norman, the Slim Pickins Band, Terry Smith, Elaine McMillan, Jackson Capps, Joey Allcorn, Jerry & Lisa Queen, Jeremy Parsons and former members of Hank Williams’ Drifting Cowboys band. Weekend passes are $30 if ordered by May 25. An order form can be found at www.hankwilliamsfestival.com. for more information, visit www.hankmuseum.com, call 334-376-2396 or email cityofgeorgiana@centurytel.net. From: http://www.al.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2012/04/hank_williams_festival_lineup.html ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE FEB 9, 2012 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – Thanks for the latest museum news Beth. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Wednesday, February 08, 2012 8:11 AM To: Hank1@mtaonline.net Subject: Hank Museum anniversary and Braxton Hello Fans and Friends, The Museum has been open for 13 years today! We will celebrate this Sunday, February 12th from 1-4 pm with Open House. I'd like to extend a special invitation to you and your friends and family to join us. It is free admission but donations are welcome. Braxton Schuffert will be 96 years young on Feb 22. We will honor him on Sunday the 12th for his birthday. Please extend your wishes to him for his dedication to Hank Williams for 76 years! Cards can be mailed to the Braxton Schuffert c/o Hank Williams Museum, 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 OR we would love for you to deliver it in person!! We will be giving free copies of the book "Dear Mama Williams" to each person attending. Please limit 2 per family. The Hank Williams Museum is nestled in Downtown Montgomery and is one of the top tourist attractions. Come in and experience the history of the first country music superstar and see how Hank Williams transformed country music and sowed the seeds of what was to become American Music, Blues, Rockabilly and even Rock and Roll. Nearly six decades after his death, Hank Williams is one of the most powerful iconic figures in American Music. People from all walks of life have been influenced by his music. There is hardly a person that has listened to Hank's songs that doesn't feel the magic of his words. Hank connected with everyone he sang to. He sang "their" emotions. People are drawn in because Hank sang songs they relate to on a very personal level. Please visit us Sunday or another day to see over 6000 sq ft and over 35 showcases in 8 rooms! It's the best kept secret in town!! Refreshments and live music... Best Wishes, Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ________________________________________________________________ From Ed Guy: Montgomery Museum Update - Jan 4, 2012 ________________________________________________________________ Beth Petty wrote: The events...eve and the NYD was very nice. We had a surprise visit from George Hamilton IV and he sang about 30 minutes for us at the end. I think everyone had a good time and had some great food too. On the eve we enjoyed Boston Butt, BBQ sandwiches, baked beans, potato salad, Lasagna, cream cheese pie, pound cake, cookies and assortment of goodies. Dough nuts and hot cocoa was served prior to leaving for the "Midnight in Montgomery". John Wise and the Slim Pickin's band were very good as they performed Hank's tunes along with other traditional music. The Sheppard Family, Arnold Sheppard, Montana and Morgan Brown were at the grave to sing before the service began and they entertained us at the museum after-wards. Roger "Hurricane" Wilson and the Kennesaw Mountain Boys were also great entertainment both days. Karo's Karaoke was a crowd favorite as many sang the country classics throughout the night of the eve. "Midnight in Montgomery" seems to get better each year. We gathered at midnight, held hands around the statue and watched a spectacular fire works show while singing "I Saw The Light". Hank and Cecil were smiling down on us as we said our Happy New Year to each other. NYD 9:45 am the Sheppard Family sang several songs and led us to the ten o'clock hour when Jeff Petty spoke to the crowd about the spirit of Hank Williams, Luke the Drifter. Terry Faust recited his song "Luke the Drifter Did" and blew the crowd away with it. It is printed on the May page of the 2012 calendar. Devona Shoemake was recognized for her, once again beautiful arrangement of flowers for Hank and Audrey's Memorial and Terry Faust for his great dedication in keeping the cemetery clean. He says "just call me the grave-tender". My brother-in-law, David Shoemaker gave the prayer and sermon about the gospel side of Hank. As a tradition we closed the memorial service by all joining in to sing "I Saw The Light". The crowd then gathered at the museum for black eyed-peas, cornbread, Ham, green beans, turnips, collards, mac and cheese, carrot cake, egg custard, cheese cake and all the goodies to go with it. yum yum! Don Lynch played steel guitar while the crowd enjoyed their dinner, then the Sheppard Family played followed by Roger Wilson, Slim Pickin's and then George Hamilton IV. Thanks to all Singers and Musicians! You always do a wonderful job! Many friends meet here each year and many new comers join in the circle of Hank Williams friends. I want to thank each one for making these events so special. We love each and every one of you!! The family from the Hank Williams Museum would like to wish all a very healthy, happy and successful 2012! Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ________________________________________________________________ Update from the Hank Williams Museum - Montgomery - Dec 22, 2011 ________________________________________________________________ 2012 Hank Williams Calendar is the 10th in a series of calendars focusing on the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery. This one is "The Gospel According to Luke" and can be purchased for only $10 plus shipping. We offer many great Christmas gifts from our gift store and can be shipped to you. We are entirely dependent upon visitors touring the museum and making purchases from our gift store. We need your support to continue this tradition. Your purchase is a way to show your involvement with the Hank Williams Museum. Show your support and become a Lifetime member or recommend a friend and receive a free gift. Merry Christmas! www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 email: HankWilliamsMuse@bellsouth.net 334-262-3600 On New Year's Day, 1953, Hank Williams died at the age of 29, leaving the world of country music an imperishable heritage of songs. Please join us on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day at the Hank Williams Museum, Montgomery, as we host the 59th Annual Memorial honoring the music and life of Hank Williams. Admission: Sat. Members $5 each non-members $15 ea or $25 couple, children under 12 years $5 each. Sunday - Mbrs Free, other $5 ea. Museum Tour included Saturday, December 31, 2011 3:00 pm Karaoke with Karo Bring your favorite karaoke Cd's, country or gospel . There will be karaoke, we're spinning records and enjoying live music every hour until 11:30pm. Food served around 7pm-Come Hungry! Make reservations at the Hampton Inn (located next door to the Hank Williams Museum on Commerce Street) for only $89. "Midnight In Montgomery" Weather permitting we will depart from the Museum and walk over to the Hank Williams Statue (2 blocks) to bring in the New Year. Guitars are welcome and so are hugs and kisses at the midnight hour! Circle around the statue, holding hands and singing "I Saw the Light" is the plan. For those who want to go to Hank's grave, just hold on I'm getting to that. Sunday, Jan 1, 2012 at 10 am Everybody meet at Oakwood Cemetery Annex for the wreath laying and memorial service. Following the service everyone is invited to the Museum for the traditional black-eyed peas and a little more music. All of the fun will end when the clock on the wall says it's 1:00pm. The beautiful hand-made quilt, "Log Cabin" design drawing will be on New Year's Day. Chance to win $3 or 2 for $5. You do not have to be present to win. Mark your calendars for Sunday, February 12, 2012. It's the 13th anniversary of the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, AL!! 1-4 pm ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE SEPT 2011 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS - Thanks go to Ed Guy for giving us the lowdown on the celebration (info attached and pasted below).. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska -----Original Message----- From: edguy2222@aol.com Sent: Tuesday, September 27, 2011 6:08 AM To: hank1@mtaonline.net Subject: Hank's 88th Birthday Celebration Hi Robert, Attached is revised report of the event in Montgomery. If you want to distribute this to your E-Mail list, it may help in the support of both Hank Museums. Hope all is well, Ed Here is some info on the Hank Williams Birthday Celebration held on Sep 17, 2011 at the remodeled HW Museum in Montgomery, AL: At 8:45am, Fans & Friends gathered at Hank’s Gravesite in the Oakwood Cemetery Annex where wreaths were placed. Music was provided by the Sheppard Family, closing with “I Saw The Light”, and everyone proceeded to the Museum. Although not well-attended, many newspaper writers interview fans at this event (and the New Year’s Celebration) and publish their views on Hank and his music. Had a good crowd for this one-day celebration. Jeff Petty, our splendid MC, was Montgomery’s version of “Cousin Louie Buck”. Music by: Wes Paul Band of Liverpool, England Garrett Miles (AL) Young blind singer with a great voice Andy Norman (AL) Terrific...he can sing anything...voice is perfect Joey Allcorn (GA) Always an up-tempo show Brad Magness & Tammy Sue Hogan (IN) Superb... glad he is back to the Montgomery Show Linda English-Holland (FL) Strong voice sings Hank & Patsy and Gospel songs Braxton Schuffert (AL) 95 years old...Hank's "Big Brother" who was a great influence for 15 year old HW. He closed the show and everyone loved him. Missed some of the regular performers ....Arty Hill and Bobby Yates, Jake Penrod, et al. (Arty was over-booked in either Texas or Brooklyn (:o) ....and Bobby was being inducted into a Country Music Hall of Fame in the Mid-West) Everyone hopes they will return for the 2012 Celebration. Charles Carr graciously signed autographs & posed for photos. Exhibitors included: The Shoe Doctor (Shoe Shine Guy), a Leather Artist, Wood Carving Craftsmen, Brad Magness (Collectibles), HW Fan Club, Montgomery Visitor Center, and Ed Guy (HW Collectibles). (A nice gathering but we would like to see more Collectors to "Show & Tell" (and sell) their Hank artifacts) Food was available and a fantastic Birthday Cake was shared with all. Beth & Jeff Petty, and her Mom (Betty Jackson) and Beth’s family did a great job running the show. Gravesite ceremony took place on Sat 9/17 before the Museum opened. Beth has acknowledged the terrific volunteer work by Terry Faust and Devona Shoemake both in the Museum and at the Gravesite. Beth is leaning toward a bigger event next year (at least 2 days of music) to attract more attendees & exhibitors, as well as performers. (Yeah!!!!) Start planning now for a terrific break from work next September. On a personal note, spent a lot of time with Manfred Reinhard who traveled over from Germany. We spent a day in Meridian, MS visiting Museum and Grave of Jimmie Rodgers. We also visited Braxton Schuffert and spent a good part of a day with him - having lunch and then going up to his house to chat some more. ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE Sept 8th, 2011 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – Thanks Beth. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Tuesday, September 06, 2011 8:40 AM To: Hank1@mtaonline.net Subject: Hank's Birthday-Sept 17 Hi Friends of Hank Williams Museum: It is time once again to celebrate the birthday of the greatest singing songwriter in the history of country music. What: Hank's 88th Birthday and 8th Annual Collectors Fair Where:The Hank Williams Museum at 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104. When: Saturday September 17, 2011 Time: 9am - Oakwood Cemetery Annex for the wreath laying. 10am - Museum opens 11am-4pm live music and fellowship between friends and fans Concessions available - coffee and donuts at 10am Lunch and snacks afterwards Don't forget to pick up your 2012 calendar for only $10. Gift store is stocked with new items and some of the old favorites. See you all soon... Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE July 10, 2011 ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS – Here is the latest Hank calendar info (and other items) from Beth Petty I personally have no doubt that the publication of the calendars should continue. Thanks Beth.............. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska From: Beth Petty Sent: Saturday, July 09, 2011 10:41 AM To: Robert Ackerman Subject: Hank 2012 calendar and more 2012 Hank Williams Museum Calendar and more.... The Gospel Side of Luke marks the 10th in a series of Hank Williams Calendars that began in 2003 focusing on the Hank Williams Museum. I would like to hear from you about the calendars and if you think we should continue making them. Your input is important since the calendar is for you, the fans of Hank Williams. Please look over your names in the calendar or the attachment I have enclosed to make sure the spelling and dates are correct. Please make any changes or add new names by July 25. Each name is $1.00 and must be paid by July 25 to keep in the 2012 calendar. Receive one free calendar for every 20 names. Sponsor a page or have a business card Ad in the calendar and get one free calendar. If I don't hear from you by the end of July your names are removed and will not be in the 2012 Hank Williams Museum Calendar. Please help support the museum by renewing your names. The Museum is giving away a beautiful hand-made "Log Cabin" design quilt on January 1, 2012. Tickets are $3 each or 2 for $5. If you want to get in on the quilt drawing please send back to me by the end of the year or enclose with your calendar names and money. Join us for a live radio remote with WLWI and the Sunday night Oldies Show on the 4th Sunday night of each month through October 2011. Enjoy some BBQ from Country's while hanging out with us and listening to the best music on the radio today...THE OLDIES! Museum tour is Buy one and get one free on the 4th Sunday night 6-10pm. The Museum Gift Store offers a large variety of souvenirs for fans. Many new items are available and I will be happy to take your order! Items include: 2 tapestry's, night lights, coffee mugs, shot glasses, boot shape huggies, caps, tee-shirts, posters, books (old and new) Records (78's and LP's), tapes (cassettes and 8-track) CD's, magnets, keychains, earrings, ornaments, cookbooks, matted poetry or verses for any occasion, mints, post cards, pens, pins, leather coasters, book marks, mouse pads, aprons, note cards, tags, plates, Original posters from "Your Cheatin' Heart" Movie (1964), jar openers, cross word puzzles, songbooks, patches, and much more...give me a call to order and get prices or email me at hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net. Place your order now for the 2012 Calendar for $10.00. I will add confirmations or tracking of some type to the packages to insure delivery. Too many orders getting lost ): Shipping charges for packages inside the United States: 1-2 calendars $4 3-6 calendars $6 7-10 calendars $8 Shipping charges in Canada: 1-2 calendars $5 3-6 calendars $7 7-10 calendars $10 Other countries 1-2 calendars $10 3-6 calendars $20 7-10 calendars $30 For more than 10 calendars please contact me for pricing of calendars and shipping. Save this date - Hank Williams 88th Birthday Celebration - Saturday, September 17, 2011 Beth Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street, Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 email: HankWilliamsMuse@bellsouth.net end of message ____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE - April 5, 2011 Hank williams Annual Festival in Georgiana, Alabama View Photos HERE: https://www.google.ca/search?q=hank+williams+festival+in+Georgiana&source=lnms&tbm=isch& sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj1pNjDhLvWAhXC1CYKHWRcCMAQ_AUIDCgD&biw=1067&bih=473 ____________________________________________________________________________ Update March 18. 2011 From: Ann O. Browder Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2011 11:22 AM To: hank1@mtaonline.net Subject: Re: FESTIVAL INFO.... At the "32nd Annual Salute to a Legend" to be held in Georgiana, Alabama on May 20th and 21st, there will be a multitude of entertainers, but the headliner for Friday will be Gene Watson and on Saturday we will have "Traditional Country - Mini Opry". Jett Williams will emcee and entertain along with Jim Ed Brown, Helen Cornelius, David Frizzell, Jimmy Fortune and Razzy Bailey. And there may be surprise guest. Hope this is the information needed. Ann Browder Secretary/Treasurer Hank Williams Museum Board ____________________________________________________________________________ Update October 29, 2010 THE CECIL JACKSON/HANK CALENDAR ATTENTION HANK/COUNTRY MUSIC FANS - See below on how to get your calendar - I believe it is the best one yet. Thanks Beth. Robert Ackerman Palmer, Alaska ----- Original Message ----- From: "Beth Petty" To: "Robert HANK Ackerman" Sent: Thursday, October 28, 2010 7:30 AM HI Robert, The 2011 Hank Williams Museum Calendar is a tribute to Cecil Jackson. It is $10.00 each plus $3.00 shipping if inside the US and Canada. Please call for shipping charges outside the US and Canada. Order 10 or more and the cost is $8.00 each. Cecil's achievements over the past 20 years are shown throughout the calendar. He accomplished so much for Hank Williams' legacy and memory in those years and we are proud to display his works in series number 9. The title is "The Stranger and the Boy" and has a picture of Hank handing daddy a coke in 1945 when he was 8 years old. Hank never knew the man, he only met the boy, who would later become his number one fan. Hank was merely a stranger to daddy in 1945. He listened to him on the radio but it was the first time to see him in person. That day left a big impact on him. He had several more encounters with Hank for the next 8 years. The story is told inside the calendar. I hope all will enjoy this calendar as much as the ones from the past years. The calendars are going fast so order now before they run out. They make great Christmas gifts! The Museum gift shop also carries many more items for sale. The new tapestry is a must have item for fans. Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ____________________________________________________________________________ (plain text version below) Hank Williams 87th Birthday Celebration Hank Williams Museum - Montgomery, invites you to come join us on September 17th and 18th for our annual Hank Williams Birthday Celebration, along with the 7th annual Collector’s Fair. The two-day affair will be filled with good ole’ country music by entertainers from all over the United States. Also available will be an array of merchandise for sale. The festivities will also include the Wreath laying ceremonies at Hank and Audrey’s grave at nearby Oakwood Cemetery Annex. Friday night starts at Nobles Restaurant - The old Elite Cafe on Montgomery Street with Karo's Karaoke beginning at 5:30 pm followed by great country music from the past. Food and beverages available. Members $3 ea or $5 couple-non-mbrs $10 ea or $15 couple. Saturday the 18th the Museum and Collectors Fair will open at 10:00 am. Music will begin at 1:00pm and end by 5:00 pm. Once again the directors of music will be Arty Hill, Joey Allcorn, Andy Norman, Jake Penrod as well as others. These recording artists have provided music for the museum over the years and continues to be crowd favorites. Please enjoy lunch at one of the new downtown restaurants as only snacks and drinks will be available at the museum. Members free Sat & non-mbrs $10 ea or $15 couple. The Hampton Inn located next door to the museum is offering you a special rate of $89 plus tax for the 17-18 of September. The cut-off date for reservations is September 10. Mention Promo code HWM. Call early and you can request an upgrade if available from a standard room to a suite at no extra cost. 334-265-1010 The 2011 Hank Williams Calendar will also be available at the festivities. For those unable to attend, they can be ordered at the below address. The costs are $10 each. Contact the Museum for shipping prices. Matching t-shirts $20. NEW tapestry $65! Save your date for New Year's 2011! Beth Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 email: HankWilliamsMuse@bellsouth.net www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com _____________________________________________________________________________ Update Apr 27, 2010 Official Site of The Hank Williams Festival URL: http://www.hankwilliamsfestival.com/ 31st Annual Salute To A Legend Hank Williams Music Park, Georgiana, Alabama A fun-filled weekend of Country Music, Arts and Crafts, Food and Drink!! GOOD OLD-FASHIONED FAMILY FUN Friday and Saturday, June 11 & 12, 2010 Fri. Night Barbecue:$10, Starting at 5 pm Thurs., June 10-Free Karaoke 7 p.m. 20th Annual Hank Williams Beauty Pageant Sat., May 15 at 2 pm More info and application forBeauty Pageant: http://www.hankwilliamsfestival.com/hankbeautypageant.htm ____________________________________________________________________________ Update - Mar 16, 2010 Subject: Sad News from the Hank Williams Museum It is with a very heavy heart that I have to pass on this sad news: Cecil Jackson, founder of the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, has passed away. Cecil was recovering from emergency abdominal surgery, done Saturday night. This morning, his heart gave out from the trauma of the events. The funeral will be held at: Brookside Funeral Home in Millbrook, Al. Visitation: 6 - 8 pm on Tuesday March 16th Funeral Services: 11:00am Wednesday March 17th. In lieu of flowers, the Jackson family requests that donations be sent to the Hank Williams Museum. The Museum was Cecil's crowning acheivement, and a monument to his dedication to Hank . Please keep our family in your prayers, thank you. Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com ________________________________________________________________________________ Update Dec 21, 2009 R.I.P Mary Wallace - President of the Hank Williams International Fan Club From: John Wise To: Robert HANK Ackerman Sent: Monday, December 21, 2009 1:06 PM Subject: Re: SHOCKING NEWS... MARY WALLACE IS DEAD Robert, It is true that Mary has passed on. She accidentally shot herself while cleaning up to receive a new washer and dryer. Funeral arrangements have not been made other than she will be cremated. With her death, I will automatically assume the President's chair. I will need all the prayers you can spare to help me meet this great challenge. Mary lived and breathed Hank Williams. I just hope I can meet everone's expectations. Mary, we will miss you very much. I hope you will ask God to guide me as I take the reins of this prestegious club. I will pass on any information as I receive it. John Wise _____________________________________________________________________________ Update - April 28, 2009 ____________________________________________________________________________ 7 inch mini Hank Williams Statue ____________________________________________________________________________ Good News friends! The 7 inch mini Hank Williams Statue is available! The sculpture is made from Poly resins and has a bronze finish to it. It is extremely detailed and looks just like the life-size bronze statue in Montgomery. Cost of statue $25.00. United States and Canada $7.00 shipping and handling. (Total $32) for 1 or 2 in one shipment. All other countries $12 shipping and Handling. (Total $37) for 1 or 2 in one shipment. Please email HankWilliamsMuse@bellsouth.net or call 334-262-3600 for shipping more than 2 units together. These aren't available on Amazon or ebay and you can't buy it in Wal-Mart! The Hank Williams Museum is your only source for shopping on this one! We are only making 600 sculptures so hurry and place your order before they are gone. They could very well be a great collectible someday. Please send your check or money order to: Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, Alabama 36104 Beth J. Petty, Manager Hank Williams Museum 118 Commerce Street Montgomery, AL 36104 334-262-3600 www.TheHankWilliamsMuseum.com myspace.com/thehankwilliamsmuseum 86th Birthday Celebration of Hank Williams and 6th annual Collectors Fair-Sept 18-19. _____________________________________________________________________________ UPDATE: HANK WILLIAMS MUSEUM - ITEMS FOR SALE ETC. ____________________________________________________________________________ Jewelry made by Irene Williams Smith (Hank's Sister) ____________________________________________________________________________ The Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, Alabama is honored to have the jewelry made by Irene Williams Smith (Hank's Sister). We are selling the following jewelry handcrafted by Irene at the Hank Williams Museum: Assorted Gemstone Necklaces Wooden Beads, Rose Quartz Carnelian and Lapis Over dyed Turquoise Soft Emerald Green Malachite Fluorite Dark Green Malachite Pieces Multi Colored Rocks Light Green Turquoise and Scarabs Round Carved Turquoise Silver Rings Earrings Turquoise Round Beads Turquoise and Silver Bead Turquoise and Lapis Cornelian and Lapis Wire Hoops Please E-mail Beth Birtley at: hankwilliamsmuse@bellsouth.net or call her at (334) 262-3600 _____________________________________________________________________________ PLEASE NOTE: THIS ONLY A PARTIAL LIST OF 2019 - 2020 HANK EVENTS. FOR MORE HANK & OLDTIME COUNTRY & BLUEGRASS EVENTS, WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO VISIT OUR ALABAMA TALK LINE FORUM @ URL: www.tinyurl.com/hankatl FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THE ATL FORUM, SIMPLY COPY AND PASTE THE FOLLOWING URL INTO YOUR BROWSER'S LOCATION BOX: ____________________________________________________________________________ http://pub3.bravenet.com/forum/243824250 _____________________________________________________________________________ Note: Join Robert Ackerman's Hank Fan Mailing list. _____________________________________________________________________________ Email: Hank1@mtaonline.net _____________________________________________________________________________