Surf Ballroom a historic rock and roll landmark

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Surf Ballroom a historic rock and roll landmark
Maria Elena Holly (L), Buddy Holly's widow, and, Connie Lemos sister of Ritchie Valens after the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame dedication ceremony at the Surf Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, USA on 28 January 2009. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame recognized the Surf Ballroom as a historic rock and roll landmark as part of the Museum's ongoing Landmark Series. The event kicks off a week of events to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the Winter Dance Party as they honor the lives, music, and influence of rock and roll pioneers Buddy Holly, J.P. ''The Big Bobber'' Richardson and Ritchie Valens where all three died in a plane crash in a corn field 02 February 1959 after playing at the Surf Ballroom