This week I will be blessed to be able to bring my sister to JOHN WAYNE: AN AMERICAN EXPERIENCE TO FEATURE BOOK SIGNINGS, TASTINGS ON MARCH 18th as part of a Media Event. With March being both my dad’s Birthday and his Anniversary I wish he was here to come with us. Bt as you all know he is celebrating in Heaven with John Wayne. What would be a better birthday/ anniversary gift? This event includes book-signing by family members, Duke Spirits and Gold Handle Coffee tastings
This special event takes place on Saturday, March 18th which coincides with Cowtown Goes Green, the St. Patrick’s-themed celebration and Parade in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Which will give guests an extra incentive to visit John Wayne: An American Experience, which provides an intimate tour of the life of John Wayne.
Several exciting activities will happen in John Wayne Stock & Supply, the flagship retail store adjacent to the Experience, from 2 to 4 p.m. that day.
First, Marisa Wayne, John Wayne’s youngest daughter, and Anita LaCava Swift, the actor’s eldest grandchild, will visit John Wayne: An American Experience in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. The pair will be on hand to sign copies of the recently published John Wayne: The Official Cocktail Book and DUKE: The Official John Wayne Movie Book. Copies of the books will be available for purchase.
Marisa Wayne, Anita LaCava Swift
Next, the museum will host a Duke Spirits tasting, free for guests 21 and older. Duke Spirits, led by vintner and distiller Chris Radomski, brings John Wayne’s archive of spirits and tasting notes back to life through award-winning bourbon, rye and tequila offerings.
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, John Wayne: An American Experience will show The Duke’s film The Quiet Man, which was filmed in Ireland in 1952. The romantic comedy-drama co-starred Maureen O’Hara and was directed by the legendary John Ford. The movie will be playing on a screen inside John Wayne Stock & Supply and free samples of “The Quiet Man Irish Coffee” will be given to guests 21 and older. The concoction uses Duke Spirits bourbon and John Wayne Gold Handle Coffee, a robust blend named after the gold-handled coffee cups the iconic actor gave to cast and crew who worked on his films.
While at the event, guests are invited to purchase tickets to tour the museum.
Sprawling over 10,000 square feet, John Wayne: An American Experience is structured to give guests an intimate look at the iconic actor’s life and legacy. Starting with his early childhood and career, each room highlights an aspect of The Duke’s legacy. For film aficionados, an extensive gallery called “Life on Screen” highlights the most iconic film props and costumes. In the “America, Why I Love Her” gallery, guests can immerse themselves in patriotism through Grammy-nominated original poems recited by John Wayne.
Patrons of the Experience have exclusive access to never-before-seen family photos and correspondences that have been thoughtfully curated by the Wayne family to give guests a holistic view of the icon, whose values translate both on and off the silver screen.
ABOUT THE MUSEUM:
WHAT: John Wayne: An American Experience
WHERE: Fort Worth Stockyards Historic Exhibits Building
2501 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76164
WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 18
The museum is open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
TICKETS: Tickets to the Experience are $21.95 for adults and $17.95 for kids 6-12 at johnwayne.com/experience. Kids 5 and younger are admitted for free.
John Wayne Enterprises’ mission is to preserve and protect the name, image and likeness of John Wayne by associating the John Wayne brand with quality and timeless products and experiences that embody the spirit of John Wayne and give back to the community. To further its mission, John Wayne Enterprises enters into selective licensing or partnership agreements in merchandising, Cancer research, treatment and education as well as public facilities, institutions and agencies. For more information,
John Wayne: The Official Cocktail Book
Craft classic drinks with the first official cocktail book inspired by the life and legacy of John Wayne.
Based on the iconic and beloved actor John Wayne, this collection of satisfying drinks takes cocktail enthusiasts on a trip through some of John Wayne’s most memorable characters, films and extraordinary life. This unique book includes seventy recipes for delicious, handcrafted cocktails and a selection of tasteful bar bites to pair with the beverages.
With drinks inspired by characters such as Rooster Cogburn, Big Jake McCandles, and Davy Crockett, John Wayne: The Official Cocktail Book includes step-by-step instructions, tips on how to craft the perfect cocktail, and beautiful full-color photography. This book is an essential addition to every fan’s bar cart or bookshelf.
OFFICIALLY LICENSED: The first officially licensed John Wayne cocktail book. Created in conjunction with John Wayne Enterprises.
70+ RECIPES: From refreshing cocktails to serve a crowd to tasty after-dinner sips, learn to make dozens of specialty drinks inspired by The Duke
DELICIOUS BAR BITES: Includes recipes for delicious nibbles to accompany the libations and create a perfect cocktail party
MOVIE MEMORIES: Relive favorite characters, scenes from John Wayne’s filmography of more than 80 movies
FULL-COLOR PHOTOGRAPHY: Features beautiful full color photography of the delicious drinks
COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: Complete your John Wayne collection the treasure trove of memorabilia, stories, and interviews John Wayne: The Genuine Article
DUKE: The Official John Wayne Movie Book
This beautiful collector’s book is a celebration of John Wayne and the films he made. It includes a foreword by Ann-Margret, an afterword by Leonard Maltin and hundreds of photos from the set and behind the scenes
From capsule reviews of Duke’s lesser known films to extensive analyses and behind-the-scenes stories of his fan-favorite work , this book details all 169 of Duke’s movies, from long forgotten gems to the Hollywood classics that made John Wayne into the world’s biggest movie star. You’ll also find hundreds of gorgeous full-color and black-and-white photos from the set, along with movie posters, lobby cards, costumes, collectibles and more, including a number of full-spread photos that showcase Duke in all his wide-screen glory.
For general movie fans or die-hard Duke-lovers, this book is a fantastic showcase of a film legend and his work.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
