Film star Julia Roberts will be in Rochester in May to receive the George Eastman Award.

The George Eastman Museum is honoring Roberts for her distinguished contribution to the art of cinema.

She will accept the award Thursday May 2 in a ceremony at the Dryden Theatre followed by a gala.

It's open to the public. Tickets begin at $125.

Tickets to the ceremony and gala will go on sale March 18th and can be purchased online.