“Lead singer Dave ‘Swanee’ Swanson and the band are looking very forward to their visit,” said Deborah Davis, Fort Museum executive director. “They hope to see a lot of people on hand.”

The group, which has been entertaining audiences for more than 50 years, plays family-friendly ’50’s and ’60’s music. In addition to Swanson, band members include Erik “Rocky Beaumont” Swenson, “Captain Peter,” Bill “Bobby Maestro” Spalding and Rusty Renault.
The evening kicks off at 6:30 p.m., with The Whitesidewalls scheduled to go live between 7 and 7:30 p.m.

“This is always such an important night for the Museum,” Davis noted. “We use this to help bolster our operations budget for the year.”

“It’s a fun way to let people know we’re here,” she continued. “We want the community to be involved with quality entertainment.”

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Cost for the event set for the Museum’s Opera House is $500 for VIP tables that can seat 10 guests, $50 for couples, and $30 for individuals. 

Tickets are on sale now at www.fortmuseumfv.com by clicking on the “Gala” tab. Davis indicated doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets will be available then, but prices will slightly increase at that time.

Fort Museum Holiday Gala fundraiser

What: The Whitesidewalls Rock ‘n’ Roll Revue

When: 6:30-10:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28

Where: Fort Museum Opera House, 1 Museum Road

Tickets: $30 for individuals, $50 for couples, and $500 for VIP tables