Nonprofit: Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs (proceeds benefit the Iowa Historical Foundation)
Date: December 12, 2014
Venue: State Historical Building
Main Attraction:
- Honorary Chairs: Governor Terry Branstad and First Lady Chris Branstad
- Guest of Honor: Legendary Hollywood producer Mr. Norman Lear, celebrating the 45th Anniversary of his Iowa-filmed movie Cold Turkey
- Featured Museum Exhibits: Hollywood in the Heartland, Making Art Public
Music: Special Performance of The Jeffersons theme song to honor Norman Lear by Revival Center Church Choir, also music by 45 RPM Quartet, Jive for Five, Bob Dorr & The Blue Band
Entertainment: Donna Reed Impersonator, Academy Award living statue, “American Gothic” living statues
Bottom Line: $163,450
Photographer: Kesling Photography
