An "Ice" Storm Hits Branson Next Weekend - February 4 & 5, 2012

     No, I am not a meteorologist nor a physic, but I do know for a fact that 39,000 pounds of ice will arrive in Branson, Mo. in the wee hours of the morning on Saturday, February 4, 2012. Why? The National Ice Carving Association has chosen Branson, Mo. as the site for their 2012 U.S. National Championships. 30 Top Ice Carvers from across the nation will meet in the Titanic Museum Attraction parking lot in Branson, Mo. to chisel, drill, and torch 300 pound blocks of ice into amazing works of art. This years competition will include a new speed carving division which is sure to excite my little ones!! The top prize winner will receive $25,000 and will then go on to compete internationally.

Titanic seems to be a great fit for this National Competition as this isn't the first time Titanic has been honored to host this type of event. My family had a great time last year when Titanic hosted it's 5th annual regional ice carving competition. We couldn't believe what an amazing art form this truly is and we were drawn in emotionally to these carvers and hoped that their individual carvings would withstand the elements and make it to the final judgement.

 
 

My boys are counting the days until this year's event which will be held February 4 & 5 - Super Bowl Weekend. We plan to go early (9am) on February 4th to meet the carvers and find out what they are working on. (By the way, you can park at White Water and be shuttled to Titanic. There won't be much parking at Titanic because of the large quantity of ice and competitors.) Then, we will go inside Titanic to view the new Molly Brown Gallery that just opened. I had the pleasure of viewing this amazing gallery full of artifacts from Margaret Tobin Brown's life last weekend.

On Sunday, February 5th, when all carvings are ready for judgement around 2:00pm-3:00pm, we will come back and route for our favorites. Of course we will make it home in time for our own Super Bowl "party". Go Patriots!!!

Make your plans now to come see this National Ice Carving Competition. Branson is becoming more of a year round destination as each New Year passes. For a complete list of what is currently open in Branson, visit http://www.explorebranson.com/ . I will see you at the Titanic Museum Attraction next weekend.

Titanic's 5th Annual Ice Carving Competition

Ice Sculpture by one of the NICA Competitors

Time Square New York - Advertising the NICA Event in Branson, Mo.

NEW Behind the Scene Titanic Movie Exhibit Opening this Weekend!

I am very pleased to announce a New! Exclusive Limited Engagement! Visit the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tn beginning this weekend, and you will experience a 2012 Behind the Scenes gallery of James Cameron's TITANIC. 

A whole new generation will be introduced to James Cameron's epic drama TITANIC, when the 3D version of this spectacular movie is re-released April 2012. In anticipation of the excitiment it will create, Titanic Pigeon Forge will launch an exclusive behind-the-scenes exhibit that follows TITANIC's Jack-and-Rose story - on the set, from the director's chair. The exhibit will also feature props, costumes, scripts and other valuable collectibles from the film. 

Of coarse our Titanic Mommy Bloggers will be there this Saturday, January 14, 2012 to be some of the first guests to experience this NEW gallery. You will be able to read about their experiences on our Mom Blogger web page after their visit. 

Not only will guests to the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tn. this weekend be able to view this Exclusive New Gallery, but come on Saturday, January 14 between 9am and 3pm and you will become part of the audience as Ice Sculptors from around the globe compete for the top prize in Titanic's 2nd Annual Ice Carving Competition. 

Folks, if you are looking to beat those cabin fever blues, look no further than the Titanic Museum Attraction. 2012 if the Year of Titanic, so stay tuned to our website as we continue to announce continuous tribute events during the year. 

Another note: Jaynee, our beautiful 1st Class Maid, will be on Jewelry TV on January 17 from 7pm-8pm EST to introduce a new Titanic line of Jewelry. Make your new years resolution - Treat Yourself - and join the live broadcast. There are some beautiful pieces!! 

Also, tickets go on sale February 6 for our April 14 event. You won't want to miss this very important historical tribute.

Happy New Year!

For more information, please contact us at 800-381-7670 or visit www.titanicattraction.com .