Martha Ann Ebberman & Elvis: Summer of ‘56 Screening
Schedule
Thu, 04 Jun, 2026 at 05:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
The Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center | Ocean Springs, MS
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Join us for the official opening night of Summer of ’56: Elvis on the Coast at the Mississippi Gulf Coast National Heritage Area and Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center as we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Elvis Presley’s unforgettable time on the Mississippi Gulf Coast!We are honored to welcome special guest speaker Martha Ebberman (Ann Raye) for an exclusive meet and greet followed by a screening of the Elvis: Summer of ’56 documentary.
✨ Martha “Ann Raye” Ebberman:
• Former hillbilly music star
• Grand Ole Opry performer
• Performed with Elvis Presley
• Daughter of Frank “Yankie” Barhanovich, who helped bring Elvis to Biloxi in 1955
• Will be signing autographs and sharing stories from the early days of Elvis on the Coast
📍 Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center
📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026
🕠 Opening Reception & Refreshments: 5:30 PM
🎥 Program Begins: 6:00 PM
🎟️ FREE and open to the public
Come hear firsthand stories from the people who were there during Elvis’s legendary summers along the Mississippi Coast. This special evening kicks off an entire summer of exhibits, speakers, food tours, and community events celebrating Elvis’s connection to our coastal communities.
All ages welcome. Bring your friends, family, and Elvis memories! 🎶
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Where is it happening?
The Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center, 1600 Government Street,Ocean Springs, Mississippi, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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