Gaineswood set for 20th anniversary celebration and gala

Gaineswood, the national historic landmark located in Demopolis, is recognized nationally as a leading example of Greek revival architecture. Over the years, Gaineswood has played an important role to the City of Demopolis and the Black Belt Region of Alabama through community outreach and community life. The Friends of Gaineswood, Inc, a 501 (c) (3) non-profit support group, plays a vital role in helping Gaineswood continue to educate and preserve the legacy that is Gaineswood. Please join us as The Friends of Gaineswood, Inc celebrates our 20th anniversary featuring The Grand Band, Saturday June 7.

Delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres and fabulous music will be provided as we celebrate this momentous occasion from 6:00 to 10:00 in the evening. We have worked hard the last 20 years to preserve our past. Celebrate with us as we look forward to ensuring Gaineswood’s future for years to come.

A legend of the South, The Grand Band, has been pleasing audiences for over 25 years and 3,200 performance dates. Glenn Normand, the bandleader, came from New Orleans, so the music has to be exciting. Since the band formed to handle the weddings and conventions at the Grand Hotel in Point Clear, AL, the band has been asked to play and perform in over 100 cities in eight states. The Grand Band also played at the Governor’s Inaugural Ball in Montgomery. Everyone in the six member group sings and several play multiple instruments… but they will make you the star of the show with their audience participation and interaction. Guests will appreciate the widest variety song list on the Gulf Coast including songs of yesteryear, uplifting jazz, light rock, pop, standards and Motown.

Tickets are on sale for $50 a person and can be purchased by contacting The Gaineswood office at 334-289-4846. Deadline to purchase tickets is June 1, 2014.

Special tours will be given of the home during the Gala by our very own Gaineswood Belles. The Gala event will be located at Gaineswood Mansion, 805 S. Cedar in Demopolis.