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In honor of Mary’s life and legacy, we invite the community to gather for a Celebration of Life.Celebration of Life for Mary Muse
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 2:00–4:00 PM
Threadgill Theater, Quiet Valley Ranch
This gathering will be a time to remember Mary together, to share stories, music, and gratitude, and to honor the indelible mark she left on the Festival and all who call it home. The service will be followed by a reception with light refreshments provided.
What to Wear
Quiet Valley Ranch is a beautiful and rustic outdoor setting. Casual, comfortable attire is encouraged, and we recommend wearing sturdy, comfortable shoes suitable for uneven ground.
Camping on the Ranch
Guests are welcome to camp on Quiet Valley Ranch on:
Friday, April 10
Saturday, April 11
We kindly ask that all guests depart the Ranch before dark on Sunday, April 12.
For those bringing an RV, there is a suggested donation of $20 per night to help offset the cost of water and electricity. This donation is appreciated but not required.
RSVP
To help us prepare the Ranch and ensure we can welcome everyone with care, please RSVP using the Google Form linked here: https://forms.gle/NZNyrdHCxBQit44z9 and in the “Tickets” section of this event. Marking yourself as “Going” on Facebook helps others find the event, but filling out the form gives us the accurate headcount we need. Preparing for 150 guests looks very different than preparing for 500 or 1,000.
Digital Guest Book + Livestream
As part of honoring Mary’s life, we are also creating a digital guest book. If there is a memory, story, quote, or message you would like to share, we invite you to include it when you RSVP. These reflections are being compiled for Bill Muse, and some may be included in a slideshow or other memorial elements during the Celebration of Life, with permission. As we gather photos for Mary’s celebration slideshow, we invite you to share any images you’d like by uploading them in the RSVP form or emailing them to Shannon Holt at [email protected].
We are also planning to livestream the service on the homepage of our website and on the Foundation's Facebook page. If you are not planning to attend in person, but would still like to receive updates, just enter zero in the number of people in your party on the RSVP form and we will keep you in the loop.
In Lieu of Flowers
At Bill Muse’s request, donations in Mary’s honor may be made to the Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation or the American Cancer Society.
Mary often spoke of the Festival as home, not just a place, but a feeling created by people coming together in love and music. We look forward to gathering with you in that same spirit to remember her "Saving the World One Song at a Time."
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Event Venue
3876 Medina Hwy, Kerrville, TX, United States, Texas 78028
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