Highway 61 Blues Museum

Average Rating

100

Live Blues were playing, interesting conversation with cool people, would stop in if ever went through again. Learned a lot about Delta Blues

Posted by Michael H. on July 15, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Average Rating

100

I had a wonderful experience! Upon walking in the door, I was greeted by Pat Thomas, son of blues legend James "Son" Thomas who was hanging out and playing. Apparently he is there often. And he...

Posted by Ellie O. on May 22, 2015. Brought to you by yahoolocal.

Great place to learn about Delta artists (and, if you're lucky, hear Pat Thomas

Average Rating

80

Highway 61 Blues Museum is very artist-focused, so it is a perfect place to learn about individual Delta artists. Biographical information is very well presented. With it are artifacts from the artist's career, for example, a guitar, clothing, records, etc. It is a very informative experience. Another great experience we had was listening to local (Leland) bluesman Pat Thomas play...

Posted by Arthur H on August 17, 2013. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

A Blues Fan Must-See

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80

What a treat to meet local Blues musician and artist Pat Thomas, son of James "Son" Thomas who happened to be playing his guitar and singing for visitors during my visit. A continued treat to listen to his music while taking a look at all of the exhibits. Pat was more than happy to chat, banter, and joke around with...

Posted by AdventureLass on May 30, 2013. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Don't Miss this Gem - especially if you are a Blues Fan

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100

We dropped in to enjoy the memorabilia at the Highway 61 Blues Museum and we were simply delighted and amazed! Blues musician and artist Pat Thomas (son of legendary James "Son" Thomas) was inside, playing his guitar and was happy to chat and entertain us during our visit. Pat also demonstated his Cat head Art which is the basis of...

Posted by gatorcindy89 on October 11, 2012. Brought to you by tripadvisor.

Artifacts and information about mid-Delta blues musicians are on exhibit at the Highway 61 Blues Museum, located in the old Montgomery Hotel building.

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