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The author of the Broadway Musical “The Music Man” was born in Mason City. Robert Meredith Willson wrote the script, lyrics and music. He is also known for musicals, “The Unsinkable Molly Brown” and “Here’s Love”.

The Music Man Square was erected in his home town to promote, preserve and showcase the legacy of the composer and to serve as a center for music events in the community.

When you visit, you will find the 1912 Streetscape, which is a studio replica from the Warner Brothers movie. A $10 ticket allows admission and tour through it, his boyood home and The Meredith Wilson Museum. You can view the Madison Park mural which depicts a park scene from the movie. The museum ceiling displays 76 trombones, representing the popular song from the movie.

Mrs. Paroo’s Gift Shop provides souvenirs and gifts for special ones on your list. Then get a special treat from the Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor

On Sept. 19 at 4 p.m., The Mason City Foundation and Music Man Square are proud to present the next installment of The Footbridge Concert Series. David Lang will perform this live concert at Music Man Square, broadcast Live Stream via Star 106.1 and Super Hits 102.7, and over the radio on 97.9FM KCMR. This concert performance is free to the public. DAVID LANG is a retired band director who taught 32 years in Iowa public schools. For the past 28 years he was the director of bands at Independence High School. David is a graduate of The University of Iowa, where he earned his Bachelors in Music Education.

Tours are availabe from 1-5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for students through 18 years. Children seven and under are admitted free. These tickets include admission to the Meredith Willson Museum, and the Meredith Willson Boyood Home.

For more information and schedule of special events, visit online at https://themusicmansquare.org/visit-us/

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