Iconic Marilyn Monroe dress to be unveiled in Luseland
Believe it or not…. The world’s most famous (and expensive) dress is coming to the small community of Luseland in less than two weeks.
Area residents and visitors will soon have a chance to see the iconic Marilyn Monroe dress she wore for John F. Kennedy’s 45th birthday celebration at New York’s Madison Square Garden in 1962, where she breathlessly sang “Happy Birthday, Mr. President.”
Purchased by Luseland native Jim Pattison for $4.81 million in 2016 for his Ripley’s Entertainment Division, the legendary dress will be available for viewing for anyone from the region and beyond on July 10. Those in attendance will also have the opportunity to have their picture taken with the skin-tight, beaded gown, as well as raise money for a worthwhile community cause.
Scheduled for July 10 at the Luseland Community Hall, this is the first time ever the dress is being made available for public viewing in Canada.