Actress Shirley Jones reveals back story of storied career in new book, 6:30 pm July 26

American film legend Shirley Jones will discuss and sign copies of her new book, "Shirley Jones: A Memoir," at 6:30 p.m. July 26 in the ballroom.

This is a ticketed event, and registration is required. Click here to register.

Tickets are $5 for National Press Club members; $10 for the public. The Club-member admission fee is waived with a pre-order of a copy of the book. Limit one member ticket per Club member.

All attendees must have a ticket. This event is a fundraiser for the NPC Journalism Institute. No outside books or memorabilia permitted.

Shirley Jones starred in "Oklahoma!," "Carousel," "The Music Man" and her Oscar-winning role as a prostitute in Elmer Gantry long before her famous role in "The Partridge Family."

On the show, she portrayed the epitome of American motherhood, a symbol to generations of families in the 1970s, and she remains a cult icon today. But for those who only think of Shirley as the prim and proper Marion the librarian or the chaste and demure Mrs. Partridge, a massive surprise is in store. Here, in this candid memoir, the real flesh and blood Shirley Jones is revealed at last.