Spend an intimate afternoon with Grammy-winning artist, Ruthie Foster, whose voice has become one of the most powerful in American roots and blues music. The conversation, moderated by Celia Gregory, is followed by a permanent artifact donation reveal celebrating Foster's lasting impact on the genre, timed to the release of her new album. The reveal […]
Step inside the story of a blues legend. Join Grammy winner and Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush for an AMERICANAFEST screening of his new documentary, King of the Chitlin' Circuit, produced by Mississippi Public Broadcasting. The evening begins with a reception and museum welcome before moving into the theater for the screening. The film […]
Join one of music's most compelling genre-defying voices for an unforgettable afternoon. In advance of her new album Hope Is A Heavy Thing, Joy Oladokun reflects on identity, resilience, and belonging through an intimate conversation and live performance. The event culminates with the unveiling of a permanent museum artifact honoring her impact on music and […]