On January 16, 2010, the Titanic Museum in Branson will host the 4th annual Ice Sculpture Competition, which is free to the public. Visitors can come and watch experienced carvers create works of art from solid blocks of ice.

 In last year’s event, 18 professional and amateur carvers worked on 250 pound blocks of ice to create a beautiful piece of art. During the event, visitors can talk to the carvers and see the works in progress. In addition, the National Ice Carving Association will be on hand to judge the pieces and announce the winning sculpture later in the day. The competition runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In other Titanic news, visitors have only a limited time left to enjoy two of the special exhibits at the Titanic. December 11 and 12 are the final days to see Santa’s Reindeer at the museum in Branson. The museum has several live reindeer on hand, and guests can take pictures and pet the reindeer. The reindeer are available from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.

In addition, the museum’s special exhibit about the Titanic movie directed by James Cameron will leave the ship on January 1, 2010, leaving visitors only a few days left to see this rare collection. The movie memorabilia collection contains pieces and artifacts from the movie, including set pieces and authentic costumes. The highlight of the collection is the diamond and sapphire necklace that boasts over 16 carats of diamonds and a 155 carat sapphire.

To find more information about these Titanic events and exhibits, see the museum’s official web site. 

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Located in nearby Forsyth, Mo, the White River Valley Historical Society (WRVHS) is hosting “New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music,” which is a special traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibit Service. New Harmonies will be at the WRVHS Historical Society’s museum in Forsyth. The exhibit began on Aug 15 and will be available until Sept 26.

New Harmonies contains a collection of artifacts, memorabilia, and exhibits about the role of music in developing America’s culture and history. From regional genres to advances in technology, New Harmonies covers a variety of topics.

New Harmonies is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 12 to 4 p.m. Sunday visits are available by appointment only. On Wednesdays at noon, a lunch and learn event will be held. Visitors can bring a sack lunch or buy sandwiches at the museum and enjoy lunch with local musical experts who will cover topics from the early origins of gospel music to Blues in the Ozarks. Other weekly events include children’s programming on Tuesdays. In addition, free weekly lunchtime concerts will be happening each Thursday at the museum.

Afternoon and evening concerts are also available throughout the event. Concerts take place on Aug 23 and 29 and Sept 4, 13, and 26. Check the schedule online for a full list of times and performers. Concerts take place at Shadowrock Park in Forsyth.

Complete event information can be found at http://sites.google.com/site/wrvhsevents/home/new-harmonies.

Forsyth, Mo is a small town located just a few miles east of Branson. For all of your Branson lodging and show needs, BransonShows.com has the options you need for your visit to the Ozarks.