The Birthplace of B.B.King

When most people stroll into Indianola, MS, they’ve got two things on their mind: Mississippi blues and B.B. King. As the birthplace of B.B. and stocked with blues joint after blues joint, Indianola draws blues enthusiasts who travel the globe to experience the history of blues music in this small Mississippi Delta town.

 

B.B. King Museum and Live Blues
The $14 million, state-of-the-art B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center honors the history of blues music and tells the story of King’s life through interactive exhibits, videos and artifacts.

Two blues venues, the historic Club Ebony and the nationally-known 308 Blues Club and Cafe, host the very best of local and regional blues, rock, country, and hip-hop acts. These original juke joints offer that “smack-you-in-the-face” blues vibe that can’t be duplicated or reproduced anywhere else.

The annual B.B. King Blues Festival draws the man himself into town and is one of the most popular Mississippi blues festivals.

Blue Biscuit Bungalows and Delta Dining

Indianola’s Blue Biscuit Bungalows offer just the right amount of history, blues music authenticity and comfort without skimping too much on the lodging amenities. Bed on the Bayou provides the authentic experience of staying in a renovated tenant house straight off the plantation.

Indianola is also home to several celebrated eateries including The Crown Restaurant in historic downtown. Featured in Bon Appetit, the Food Network and other national media, The Crown is just one of Indianola’s dining delights.