The Delta Blues Museum is a must see destination while traveling in Mississippi. Located close to…read morethe Crossroads monument in Clarksdale you travel back in time to the birth place of blues music. The true Americana music of our nation and played by some of the finest musicians who inspired what's called rock n roll today. You'll journey from the roots of blue's in the cottons fields of the south to current players. On display you'll see artifacts from clothing , stage used guitars from players and artwork along with someone's car. The photographical journey on the wall is amazing and reflects a long range of history dating many decades. What's better is most of its through the eyes of s single photographer. Before you leave check out the gift shop. Many items including music available for purchasing . I'm sure the museum will grow and look forward to seeing it again.

First off, my only complaint - No Photography Allowed. There are so many cool things that I wanted…read moreto snap pics of and share with friends that I actually contemplated my chances of being caught and what would be the repercussions! I remembered I was in the Delta as a guest and kept the gentleman's agreement. The museum has a re-creation of Muddy Waters share croppers cabin and an area devoted just to him. It also boasts scores of small exhibit of blues artists with bios, photos, clothing and instruments. it also covers the history and the non famous, such as a local Clarksdale resident that rode his bike around town for many years and performed every chance he could. (If I could have taken photos I would remember his name) A must see for anyone coming thru Clarksdale.

The interpretive center is exceptional, providing detailed historical information along the civil…read morerights trail.rț

This amazing piece of property is steps away from the Sumner courthouse, and we all know what it's…read moreknown for. When I think about '55-- My paternal great-grandfather worked here then, living his humble grocer's life, a Chinese liaison bridging Black and White tensions, lending to his Black customers until they could get paid from the cotton work. It was a rotten, hard filled with racism. And now it's the interpretive center. The space was rather large, clean, sparse. The photos and his grocery sign and all of the sad memory that is commemorated here-- set and opened with the intention of starting dialogue of racial reconciliation. It was one of the most sobering moments of my life. The kind young man working here told me that my jin was very good to him and his family as he grew up, and he told me some stories of being a kid and buying snacks here. He let me walk every inch of the place, trying to imagine my relatives living in the rear of their store. I aim to head back for a visit, whenever it is "safe" to.

Absolutely no rock 'n' roll tour. The south would be complete without a visit to this spot…read more The B.B. King story is one that starts very humbly and ends with a life that many of us enjoyed from afar. At this location, you'll have the opportunity to learn that history, to see his guitars, and to purchase souvenirs. You'll also get the chance to see his gravesite. This is a very humble down to earth presentation and worthy of your careful consideration. It's off the beaten path and so you'll have to plan to get here, but it's worth it.

LOVE LOVE LOVE Indianola, Mississippi. Both dead now, my other grandparents are from a small town…read morehere, in Mississippi, so I grew up round these parts. We always loved it here, still do. So many amazing childhood memories.. the food, the people, the music.. When we visited my grandparents we alway went fishing & we always listened to Jazz. I grew up listening to local New Orleans Jazz & local blues musicians like the "King of the Blues" BB King. All the jazz greats like; Louie Armstrong, Billy Holiday, Albert King, Freddie King, Arron Neville etc., I have every Nina Simone album ever made & LOVE LOVE LOVE Tab Benoit ohmygosh so so many greats from the river delta down to New Orleans. That's why they call it the "legendary Blues Highway" from Nashville, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana. It is a actual Route, highway 61 between Memphis & Vicksburg, just gorgeous. On this "legendary Blues Highway" you will find the beautiful southern town of Indianola, where the BB King Museum is located. BB King was born September 16, 1925, on a cotton plantation in Itta Bena, Mississippi, near Indianola. He started playing guitar in the church & went on to produce over 50 albums, which I have all of them. The BB King museum is a must visit. It is an interactive museum where you can listen to his music & learn about his life in the river delta, the jute joints he used to play on the "blues highway" from Memphis to New Orleans. And you can see his trademark black guitars "lucille" all over town. They even have one out front showcased in the garden. BB King is also laid to rest there, you can visit his burial right on site. "The thrill is gone" was one of his best, however, the thrill of his guitar playing, his legendary music will live on & on.. The thrill of BB King for moi, will never ever be gone, there isn't a day that goes by i'm not streaming jazz, Blues & BB King all day long every day, in my car, in my house, when I ride my bike, hang in the garden, on the beach, on the lake, in the swamp, on the bayou, doesn't matter where I am, I always got the down home blues & jazz tunes blasting. Always singing the blues, the muddy water blues. Long live the King, BB King, "King of the Blues" forever. Legend. Highest Recommendations.

First rate all the way. Great displays and memorabilia. Lots of excellent video and photos…read more Beautiful museum. Beautiful building too. Highly recommended. They also have instruments belonging to famous musicians; for example, Bob Dylan's upright Yamaha piano that he owned from 1969 to 1975. He wrote Blood on the Tracks on it. Had lots of the red carpet fashions from Grammy Awards.

Abundant parking, located adjacent to Delta State University. The building is pristine in…read morecleanliness from the exhibits to the restroom. The state is incredibly polite and informative. I'll definitely revisit as it is only 1.75 hrs from Memphis! If you are a fan of music, museums, or history, see this place. Not extremely large, but packed with musical gems and interactive exhibits ranging from videos, to recording booths where you can make a complete song!

Wow, sobering experience walking through this museum. It's definitely a must visit though!…read more The story of Emmett Till and what his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, went through was so horrific. Insane how something so inhumane could happen to a human!! It really gets you to think about how we treat others and even if we stick up for others when they are faced with circumstances where they need help. My heart breaks for Emmett and I am so inspired by his courageous mother, Mamie. The museum does a great job of telling their story and paying homage. A trip to Mississippi isn't complete without stopping by here to learn some important history!

This is an incredible museum. I especially enjoyed meeting everyone - Diamond, Desiree, and Ashley…read more(I apologize if I spelled their names incorrectly) are so hospitable and knowledgeable. Mayor Thomas was sitting at the entrance - what a treat to meet him and take pictures with everyone. If you haven't seen the mayor's interviews or read his book, definitely check these out on YouTube and at a bookstore near you. I hope to return and get an autographed copy. I want to go back again and take as many people as I can. Support this effort and this town! Their message is one of brutal truth, but also hope and healing. Don't miss it. The Intrepid Center will help you understand more fully what you are seeing as you journey through the various historical markers telling the story. We were hankering for some food but alas they don't have a place nearby to eat - YET! The more we support the local economy the more we can support the healing from the soil up. Thank you all for allowing us to join you in your story and bring more healing into this world.

This is definitely worth a stop if you have any interest in the culture of the lower Mississippi…read moreRiver delta. The facility is located within a former train depot, and is well kept. The staff members are helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. The restrooms are also a bit nicer than the ones at the state visitors' center (Arkansas Welcome Center), located down the road by the Mississippi River highway bridge.

This place is the go-to location for learning about the Arkansas Delta, the Civil War and Blues…read moreMusic! Amazing!

Absolutely loved this museum. So much history, especially Civil war history which is my favorite!…read moreThis is definitely a diamond in this town. Ok,... random history lesson to go along with it! Thomas Carmichael Hindman, Jr. was a voice for Arkansas's secession and was essentially Arkansas's most prominent Fire-Eater. When Arkansas voted 65-5 to secede in May 1861, Hindman resigned from the U.S. Congress and recruited a regiment in Helena. He requested the state government for muskets, clothing, and 10 days of rations so that his men could "fight for our country." By September 1861, Hindman was promoted to the rank of brigadier general and soon participated in the disastrous Kentucky Campaign, followed by the Battle of Shiloh, where he was slightly wounded. After his recovery, Hindman was promoted to Major General and appointed commander of the Trans-Mississippi Department to prevent an invasion by the Union troops led by Samuel Curtis. Events in Arkansas had taken a terrible turn, and when Hindman arrived in Little Rock, Arkansas, he found that his command was "bare of soldiers, penniless, defenseless, and dreadfully exposed" to the Federal Army that was approaching. Hindman commenced a campaign of misinformation designed to mislead Federal authorities about the strength of the state's defenses. He also diverted Texas troops bound for Virginia for use in the defense of Arkansas. This confused the Federal authorities, causing them to divert from the capital and instead move to Helena. By August 1862, the authorities in Richmond decided to replace him (due to locals and political opponents complaints) with Theophilus H. Holmes. Hindman convinced Holmes to give him a field command in northern Arkansas. Hindman managed to intercept the Federal army while it was divided into 2 parts. Rather than attack the divided pieces, Hindman entrenched himself at Prairie Grove, Arkansas, allowing the Federal forces to recombine and assault him. After Prairie Grove, Hindman was transferred across the river and participated in the Battle of Chickamauga alongside his friend Pat Cleburne. After being wounded in the neck at Chickamauga, Hindman and his legion continued to fight along with the Army of Tennessee against General William Tecumseh Sherman, across north Georgia from the First Battle of Dalton to the Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. On July 4, 1864, at Kennesaw Mountain he was struck in the eye by a tree limb and fell off his horse. Hindman suffered severe injuries that left him unfit for service and made him have to recouperate. Afterwards, he applied for a transfer to the Trans-Mississippi Department. His request was denied, but Jefferson Davis offered a leave of absence until he had fully recovered from his "physical disability". Hindman set out for Texas and arrived in San Antonio and settled there with his family for the time being. By May 1865, Confederate generals in New Orleans signed a document detailing terms of surrender. Hindman refused to surrender and, along with many other ex-Confederates, he crossed the Rio Grande into Mexico and sought asylum. He engaged in coffee planting and attempted to practice law. By April 1867, he was confident enough to return to Arkansas and apply to President Andrew Johnson for a pardon. Hindman's application was one of the few denied. At around 9:30 on the night of September 27, 1868, Hindman was assassinated by unknown assailants who fired through his parlor window while he was reading his newspaper with his children. The musket shots hit Hindman in the jaw, throat and hands, and he died 8 hours later due to significant blood loss, ending the life of Arkansas' highest ranking Confederate military officer. Before his death, Hindman gave a farewell speech from the porch of his house. He told listeners to "unite their courage and determination to bring peace to the people." "I do not know who killed me; but I can say, whoever it was, I forgive him." "I forgive everybody, and hope they will forgive me." Afterwards, he was too weak to continue speaking, and he sat down on a lounge. He remained there until he died early next morning. Hindman's assassins were never caught.

Wonderful local museum with an amazing collection!read more

The Great Museum of the Mississippi Delta. You can read writings on history of cotton. You can…read morealso view early life in the Mississippi Delta and on the town of Greenwood. There's a walk through room of a Mississippi Delta Swamp which shows the type animals that actually live in the Delta. The admission was $10. They do give senior citizen discounts so don't forget to ask for it if you are one. One section I really enjoyed was the history and civil war display. I learned several things including that Greenwood at one time had 7 newspapers in the late 1800's. Of course only one of these would be successful. There's also a canon in here that can still shoot. As a result, it is used from time to time for Civil War reenactments.

It's a little museum. Was there less than an hr. They have a bunch of discounts for the admission…read moreprice also. Excellent job on the war aspect of the museum. There was a Lil bit of art. And the nature part was very interactive for kids. Would like to see a little bit more in it. Maybe videos? More on blues history? More on early life in the delta? Just expected a little bit more.

Great History of the Local area. Great knowledgeable workers with history of the plantation. This…read morehome is in the middle of great agriculture and great views of the levee that protects the home from the Mississippi River.

This place was a wonderful discovery in on way driving to Shreveport. It is a restoration of a…read morehouse located in a cotton plantation. We got an incredible tour with a great guide (the same in charge of the office) who explained us the history, life an legacy of this place. The entrance is only $5 per person and includes the guided tour. The visit was totally worthwhile. 100% recommended!!