Dorise Hunt Band Benefit Concert at Kennedy Mine Change House Lawn

The Dorise Hunt Band takes the Kennedy Mine Change House Lawn stage in Jackson, California, for a two-hour benefit that pairs rootsy songwriting with a Bollywood dance set and a community-focused mission. Held on October 24 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., this outdoor concert celebrates the release of the band’s new CD, "Hooked," and sends all ticket-sale proceeds to the Kennedy Mine Foundation for reconstruction of the Machine Shop. Arrive earlier to tour the mine—guided and self-guided access opens from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.—then stake out a spot when seating opens at 1:00 p.m.; bring chairs or a blanket. The setting is as much a draw as the music. The Kennedy Mine sits in the Sierra Nevada foothills around Jackson, an area defined by granitic bedrock and gold-bearing quartz veins that forged California’s Gold Rush landscape. The Change House Lawn offers a rare combination: a lawn perched against historic mine structures where you can hear melodic guitar and percussion against the echo of turn-of-the-century industry. Family-friendly and wheelchair accessible, the event blends cultural performance with preservation. A Bollywood dance group adds a vivid, celebratory contrast to Americana and singer-songwriter numbers, while the proceeds support a tangible restoration project: rebuilding the Machine Shop. Food and drink—beer, wine, soft drinks and light snacks—are sold on site; note that outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted and service dogs only are allowed. Practical details matter: check in adjacent to the parking lot with your receipt or ticket (phone or email copy accepted). October weather in the foothills can be crisp by afternoon; layers and sun protection keep you comfortable. The Change House Lawn provides expansive sightlines, but bring a low camp chair if you prefer a seated vantage without blocking others’ views. Why go? Beyond the concert itself, this is a chance to experience living history. The Kennedy Mine is a prominent reminder of Jackson’s mining past, and supporting the foundation directly helps maintain the structures that anchor local outdoor recreation and heritage tourism. For visitors staying in Jackson, the event is an efficient afternoon outing that combines music, community, and a tangible conservation outcome. Whether you’re a local looking for a meaningful afternoon or a traveler assembling a Gold Country itinerary, the Dorise Hunt Band show at the Kennedy Mine Change House Lawn offers music, movement, and the satisfaction of contributing to preservation. Plan to make a day of it: stay in Jackson for access to lodging and dining, combine concert with a morning hike on nearby foothill trails or a self-guided walk through downtown Jackson's historic streets, and leave room in your schedule to visit the mine exhibits during open hours. Supporting events like this keeps cultural places active today.