The Guthrie Center seeks to cultivate cultural preservation, promote educational achievement and foster community outreach to meet the ongoing needs of the community.
Founded in 1991 by Arlo Guthrie to honor the legacy of his parents, Woody Guthrie and Marjorie Mazia-Guthrie. The Guthrie Center offers interfaith services and spiritual exchange. Bringing individuals together for cultural, educational, and spiritual exchange. We work together with other non-profit agencies to serve those in need. In doing so we hope to create an environment where individuals can come together to cultivate a deeper awareness of culture, humanity and the environment of which we are all a part.
Description
Alice’s Restaurant 60th Anniversary Celebration with Arlo Guthrie
A Fundraising Event for The Guthrie Center
Join us on Saturday, November 8th for an unforgettable fundraising event!
Doors open at 3:45pm Event begins at 4:00pm
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening as legendary folk singer Arlo Guthrie makes a return to the very setting that inspired his iconic spoken-word masterpiece, "The Alice's Restaurant Massacree." This truly special event commemorates the 60th anniversary of the events chronicled in his epic tale. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Guthrie Center and its programs.
We've planned a fun-filled evening to honor this momentous occasion:
- Reception: Starting the evening off there will be a brief reception in the lobby with complimentary lite fair. Beer, wine and other concessions will be available for purchase.
- Silent Auction: Browse our silent auction items displayed in the lobby.
- Q&A with the One and Only Arlo Guthrie starting promptly at 4:30pm: Hosted by Matthew Penn, get ready for insights and stories from the legendary Folksinger himself. Your ticket offers the opportunity to submit a question for the Q&A session. Due to time constraints, not all questions will be answered, and submissions are subject to approval.
- Paddle Raising Event: The incredible Terry A LA Berry (member of Shenandoah and Arlo’s drummer for over 40 years) will host a paddle raising to benefit the Guthrie Center and its programs. You'll be gifted a special commemorative paddle, proudly displaying the Alice's Restaurant 60th Anniversary Logo.
- Exclusive Movie Screening: For the first time ever, watch the film Alice's Restaurant right here in the very church where it all began!
How much does it cost?
VIP Tickets: $200
Your ticket includes:
- Admission: Seating in the first three rows
- Q&A with Arlo Guthrie and Matthew Penn
- Complimentary Opening Reception
- Signed Alice’s Restaurant The Illustrated Story Book
- Concessions:
- One complimentary drink ticket
- One complimentary popcorn
- Alice’s Restaurant movie admission:(A $20 value)
General Admission Tickets: $120
Your ticket includes:
- Admission: General Admission Seating (Exceptin’ the first three rows)
- Q&A with Arlo Guthrie and Matthew Penn
- Complimentary Opening Reception
- Alice’s Restaurant movie admission: (A $20 value)
Date & Time
Sat, Nov 8, 2025 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Venue Details
The Guthrie Center
2 Van Deusenville RoadGreat Barrington, Massachusetts 01230
