1965
The U.S. President signed the Voting Rights Act into law in 1965.
Who is Lyndon B. Johnson
This classic children's book by P.D. Eastman features a baby bird searching for his mother.
What is "Are You My Mother?"
This genre of music, often associated with Mardi Gras, originated in New Orleans and features brass instruments.
What is jazz
This scenic national landmark is known for its stunning red rock formations and scenic drives.
What is the Colorado National Monument
This traditional Italian dish, made with Arborio rice, is often cooked with broth until it reaches a creamy consistency.
What is risotto
This British band released their iconic album "Help" in 1965.
Who are The Beatles
A powerful rap anthem from LL Cool J's 1190 album.
What is "Mama said knock you out"
This U.S. city is famous for its elaborate Mardi Gras celebrations including parades and masquerade balls.
What is New Orleans
This university, located in Grand Junction, offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Colorado Mesa University
This island, the largest in the Mediterranean Sea, is an autonomous region of Italy.
What is Sicily
This film, starring Julie Andrews, won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 1965.
What is "The Sound of Music"
This 2017 comedy film stars Mila Kunis, Kristen Bell, and Kathryn Hahn as three overworked and underappreciated moms.
What is "Bad Moms"
This traditional Mardi Gras cake is often decorated in purple, green, and gold and contains a hidden plastic baby.
What is a King Cake
Grand Junction is a major hub for this industry.
What is the energy industry
This famous Italian explorer completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for widespread European exploration of the Americas.
Who is Christopher Columbus
This famous pop artist created the "Campbell's Soup Cans" series, which gained significant attention in 1965.
This woman was known as the "Mother of the Civil Rights Movement".
Who is Rosa Parks
Big Daddy La Bouff was the king of the mardi gras parade in which Disney movie?
What is The Princess and the Frog
This outdoor sculpture exhibit in downtown Grand Junction features a rotating collection of artworks.
What is Art on the Corner
This Italian composer is known for his operas, including "La Traviata", "Aida", and "Rigoletto".
Who is Giuseppe Verdi
This country gained independence from the United Kingdom on August 9, 1965.
What is Singapore
This 2019 film, starring Octavia Spencer, features a woman who becomes dangerously obsessed with a group of teenagers.
What is "Ma"
The first recorded Mardi Gras celebration in the United States took place in this century.
What is the 17th century
Grand Junction was founded in this year, marking the establishment of the city.
What is 1881
This Italian city is home to the Uffizi Gallery, which houses masterpieces by artists like Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci.
What is Florence