LOVE LETTERS' Carol Burnett to Receive 2014 Jimmy Stewart Museum Award

The Jimmy Stewart Museum's Annual Fundraising Gala The HARVEY AWARD names Carol Burnett the 2014 Harvey recipient.

Museum President, Jeffrey Tobin announced today that the award winning actress and best- selling author and beloved television star will accept the award at a dinner ceremony at Blairsville's Chestnut Ridge Resort on Friday evening October 3rd. Tobin said "What a statement Carol Burnett has made, to offer her time and talents in support of our museum fundraiser. This gift is a testament to the life of Jimmy Stewart and to the value of continuing his legacy here in Indiana, PA. In spite of her hectic schedule, she chose to join us during our fundraiser to recognize his life and legacy."

In addition to Ms. Burnett, the museum's loyal group of old friends will be on hand to welcome Carol to Indiana and the gala event. Stewart daughters Judy Stewart and Kelly Stewart Harcourt are expected to attend. Longtime museum friend and supporter Rich Little will be on hand to congratulate his friend on this special honor.

Carol Burnett has been honored with Emmys, Golden Globes, People's Choice Awards, The Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for Humor and countless other awards including The Presidential Medal of Freedom.

The Broadway vet will soon appear along with Brian Dennehy in a strictly limited engagement of at the Brooks Atkinson Theatre (256 West 47th Street). The appearance was recently extended for two additional performances: Saturday, November 8 at 2pm and 8pm.

This event, the Foundation's annual fundraiser, supports the ongoing operation of the Jimmy Stewart Museum in Indiana, Pennsylvania. The Museum is a 501-c-3 non-profit corporation

DATE: Friday, October 3rd 2014

LOCATION: The Chestnut Ridge Resort Ballroom, Blairsville, PA

TIME: Reception and Cocktail Hour (Cash Bar), 6pm; Dinner and Award Ceremony, 7pm
COST: $153. Per person

RESERVATIONS: Credit card reservations may be made by calling the museum @ 724-349-6112. - Reservations close on 22 September

Source: Jimmy.org