When Maharishi Came to Town
Chapter Six:
When Maharishi Came to Town
"When Maharishi Came to Town" is the sixth chapter in the Fairfield History Series and continues where "Parsons" left off. This film tells the story of how Maharishi International University came from California to Fairfield. Even though some residents saw it as a novel stopgap measure, at best., today, over 50 years after being brought to Fairfield by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the "TM University" is an integral part of this traditional Iowa town.
The Fairfield History Series provides a comprehensive, up-to-date look into the history of Fairfield, Iowa. Spearheaded by Producer/Director Dick DeAngelis, with support from over 100 local volunteer historians, researchers, moviemakers, and storytellers, these films provide a unique insight into the indomitable spirit of this small Iowa town. These eight beautiful chapters, told by local people, are certain to leave a lasting legacy for generations of Fairfielders to come.
Behind the Scenes
Dick and Tim chat with musician Bo Ramsey
DP/Film Editor Jason Strong helps setup lighting for the prayer re-enactment.
Cinematographer Cody Olivas sets up camera gear.
Film location and moon lighting!
DP/Film Editor Jason Strong helps setup lighting for the prayer re-enactment.
An interview with MIU's first president Dr. Keith Wallace.
Contributors
Interviewees
John Launius
Lawrence Eyre
Melanie Carlson
Lee Muntz
Edith Jordan
Betty Perkins
Vera Young
Ida Nakashima Schneck
John Blackstock
Dave Hetzler
Martha Flinspach
Larry Litwin
Robert Fox
Martha Rasmussen
Dan Breen
Kay Ferguson
Andrew Jugle
William "Biff"Kummer
Ray Ham
Carol Atkins
Dr. Robert Tree
Laura Crossett
Al Arends
Dick Nelson
Duane Banks
Cindy Thompson Albers
Bill Atkins
Joe Hunt
Jane Hunt
Rhine McLin
Duncan Wall
Pete Nelson
Carol Highsmith
Mike Brouwer
Andre Erramouspe
Historical Contributors
John Blackstock
John Braidwood
Joy Craig
Kay Ferguson
Melanie Carlson
Rory Goff
Andy Hallman
Biff Kummer
John Launius
Art McBreen
Alecs Mickunas
Lawrence Eyre
Dave Neff
Jake Schmidt
Mark Shafer
Nancy Wirtanen
Charlotte Wright
Sponsors
Partners
Fairfield Media Center
Everybody’s Whole Foods
Grants
Sponsors
John Blackstock
John Braidwood
George Connell
John, Kirstin and Christine DeAngelis
Dieken Family Foundation
Ferguson Leaders Unlimited
Steve & Sally Johnston
William Kummer
Robert T. Montgomery
Dave & Sherri Neff
Jack Oswald Jr.
Martha Rasmussen
Duncan Wall
Kip Walsh
Nancy Wirtanen
Gary Yates
American Rescue Plan Arts Grant
City of Fairfield - LOST Fund
Greater Jefferson County Foundation
Humanities Iowa
Iowa Arts Council Humanities Partnership Grant
Sterling Foundation