57 years ago on Oct. 25, 1959, John F. Kennedy gave a speech at the Egyptian Theatre.

At 7 p.m. today, the Egyptian Theatre will play a newly discovered recording of Kennedy’s speech for the first time to celebrate the anniversary.

Jim Gibbons, Marengo, IL resident and historian, will follow-up with a tribute speech about the life of the 35th President.

Students can purchase tickets for $12. Regular tickets are $20. They can be purchased here.

For more information, contact Jessica Hicks, Egyptian Theatre intern, at 815-758-1215 or at [email protected].