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Are We There Yet? | Corn Capital Days Kickoff 250
May 16 @ 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The journey begins in Olivia!
In 1913, hometown hero Michael J. Dowling—who lost both arms as a child—set out on an unforgettable road trip from Olivia to Yellowstone. No highways. No maps. Just determination, courage, and the brand-new Yellowstone Trail.
Now, his incredible story comes to life in a one-of-a-kind musical by Randy Sabien & company—kicking off Corn Capital Days 2026 and America’s 250th celebration! 🇺🇸
- Music, storytelling & history
- Food trucks, exhibits & community fun at 5:30 PM
- “Are We There Yet?” performance at 7:30 PM
- Armory Community Center
Celebrate our roots. Fuel the future.
Grab your tickets now—limited seating!
Program Schedule
5:30 PM – Doors Open
- Exhibit Viewing Begins
- Community Organization Tables Open
- Food Trucks
6:00 PM – Welcome & Introduction
- The City of Olivia/Armory Community Center
- Corn Capital Days Committee 2026
- Yellowstone Trail: Past, Present & Future
- Invocation
6:20 – 7:30 PM – Supper, Socializing & Legacies That Last
7:30 PM – Featured Performance: Are We There Yet?
8:45 PM – Minnesota Goodbye
9:00 PM – Event Close