The Minnilusa Historical Association invites the public to a special event at 5:30 pm on Friday, July 13th, 2018 at The Journey Museum & Learning Center at 222 New York Street in Rapid City.
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Walt Disney production, The One and Only Genuine, Original Family Band, a film that tells the story of South Dakota’s own Bower Family and their musical talents.
The free event will include a film screening of the movie, exhibit of movie memorabilia, prizes and a special introduction by Mark Slocum, The Minnilusa Historical Association Director, and Dr. Frank Van Nuys, grandson of Laura Bower Van Nuys, writer of the book “The Family Band” and basis for the movie. Drinks, Popcorn and Snacks are also available for purchase.
This free event is sponsored by The Minnilusa Historical Association and begins with a 5:30 PM social hour. Movie start time is at 6 PM and runs for 1 hour and 50 minutes. Free tickets will be handed out during the social hour. No reservations are needed and seating is limited.
The mission of the Minnilusa Historical Association is to advance the knowledge of pioneer life by managing and maintaining a pioneer museum as a public service; promoting an awareness of the contributions to this area made by our founders and early settlers; collecting, preserving, interpreting and exhibiting historical items; and providing a research center. The offices, museum collection and research center are located within The Journey Museum & Learning Center in Rapid City.
The Minnilusa Historical Association believes the early settlers of the West River area and the Black Hills of South Dakota exemplified the qualities of perseverance, courage, ingenuity, self reliance, faith and community spirit that allowed this region to prosper under adverse and sometimes cruel conditions. It is the aim of the Association to tell their stories and preserve for future generations the lessons of their struggles and triumphs, and advance knowledge and appreciation for both the area and its peoples.
