The Lou Thesz/George Tragos Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame in Waterloo, Iowa announced the following:
Our premier Open History Sunday November 9th event celebrates the life, legacy, and lasting influence of “Mr. Perfect” Curt Hennig — one of professional wrestling’s most gifted and beloved performers.
We’ll explore how Curt’s impact continues to be felt through his friends, family, fellow wrestlers, and fans from every generation.
Join moderator Cody Saveraid as he leads a special panel discussion and Q&A with:
Leonice Hennig – Wife of Curt Hennig
Hank Hennig – Youngest son of Curt
Joyce Paustian – Longtime AWA photographer, historian, and author
Mr. Destiny (Jay Hanna) – Trained with Curt and Brad Rheingans in 1997
TS Aggressor (Travis Shillington) – Nearly three decades as a respected pro wrestler and trainer
Schedule of Events
1:00 PM – Doors Open
• AWA Tag Team Title Belt photo op and examination
• George Tragos’ handwritten record books (1935–1941) on display
• Never-before-seen Curt Hennig artifacts from the Museum archives
2:00 PM – “Celebrating the Legacy of Mr. Perfect Curt Hennig” Panel
Featuring Leonice Hennig, Hank Hennig, Joyce Paustian, Mr. Destiny, and TS Aggressor
3:30 PM – Facebook Live Auction Fundraiser (Benefits TNTHOF)
Accepting donations now!
Some early highlights include:
• Hand-signed Lou Thesz poster
• Ric Flair signed wrestling trunks (JSA COA)
• Trish Stratus signed 11x17 poster
• Lot of pro wrestling autobiographies
• More items to be announced!
4:00 PM – Event Concludes
4:00–5:00 PM – “Not Fun Long-Term Projects” (for the dedicated!
)
• Restoring Joe Stecher’s 100-year-old wall pulley exercise machine
• Archival preservation projects – bagging and boarding vintage wrestling magazines
Tickets
All Ages – $25
Lifetime Members – $15
(Only 40 tickets available – less than 20 remain!)
Purchase online: https://nwhofdgm.ticketspice.com/open-history-sunday
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