Panel discussion to focus on history of Beatles record production in Smiths Falls

This past spring, the Smiths Falls Heritage House Museum hosted ‘Beatlemania,’ celebrating the 60th anniversary of RCA pressing Beatles records in Smiths Falls.

Now, the museum is hosting an opportunity to debrief on and discuss the experience.

On Sunday, Sept. 29, the museum will be hosting a panel discussion at the Station Theatre at 2 p.m., “celebrating and reflecting on the importance of the manufacturing of Beatles records in Smiths Falls for the North American market,” a press release says.

This event coincides with the Beatlemania exhibit currently on display at the museum.

Introductions and discussions will take place and be moderated and after a short break there will be an open floor moderated discussion between panel members and the audience.

“Find out what it was like to work at the RCA Victor plant or CJET, ask any Beatles related questions, and listen to some great anecdotes and stories,” the press release says.

Panel members will include Piers Hemmingsen, a researcher/writer specializing in the Beatles, and radio personalities Stu Paterson and Jack Thompson.

This event will be admission by donation at the door and seats are limited. Reserve your tickets by visiting eventbrite.ca. The local Rotary club will be teaming up with the museum to help facilitate this event.