Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?
The Associated Press
St. Paul

Garrison Keillor plans 30-city tour this summer

Garrison Keillor
Garrison Keillor performed during "A Prairie Home Companion" at The Fox Theatre on Saturday, May 17, 2014, in Atlanta.
Dan Harr | Invision | AP 2014

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Garrison Keillor hits the road this summer to celebrate the 41st anniversary of his radio variety show "A Prairie Home Companion."

The humorist and best-selling author plans to visit 30 cities across the United States in just over a month.

Keillor's "The America the Beautiful Tour" features singer Sarah Jarosz, pianist Richard Dworsky & The Radio Rhubarb Band, and sound-effects man Fred Newman.

The shows run about two hours and will include such popular pieces as "Guy Noir, Private Eye" and "News From Lake Wobegon."

Keillor kicks off the tour July 26 in Bayfield, Wis., and wraps it up Aug. 30 in Palmer, Alaska.

Keillor hosted the first broadcast of "Prairie Home" on July 6, 1974. About 4 million people now listen to the show on more than 600 public radio stations each week.