James Dean Memorial Service

Back Creek Friends Church 7560 S 150 E , Fairmount

At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend.  Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life:  East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy.  Memorial service …

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James Dean Festival and the James Dean Run Car Show

Playacres Park 300 E. Madison St., Fairmount, IN

Sponsored by the Fairmount Historical Museum annually, this event includes a huge car show featuring 50's classic and custom autos.  Parade of Neon, special guests, swap meet, and plenty of 50's entertainment!  James Dean look-alike contest, dance contest, carnival rides and lots of fun along Main Street in the heart of James Dean's hometown of …

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James Dean Memorial Service

Back Creek Friends Church 7560 S 150 E , Fairmount

At 5:45pm on September 30, 1955 the world lost movie star James Dean, but gained a timeless legend.  Fairmount, Indiana native James Dean made only three movies in his short life:  East of Eden, Rebel Without a Cause, and Giant, but the mark he made on an entire culture is his true legacy.  Memorial service …

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Grant County

About Grant County

Grant County, Indiana, is home to nifty attractions, outtasight events and rebellious celebrities. Whether it’s saddle shoes, classic cars, vintage bikes, James Dean, or Garfield, we love everything classic and cool. Have a blast just 90 minutes North of Indy.

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