BB. King Museum Map (2021)
The most up-to-date BB. King Museum Map helps you plan every step of your journey through this iconic blues landmark.
The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center is located in Indianola, Mississippi, and honors the life and legacy of blues legend B.B. King. It features exhibits on his music, civil rights, and Delta culture. The museum emphasizes music education, cultural history, and community engagement.
From the Delta Interpretive Center to the Gibson guitar display, each section offers something worth pausing for. Don’t miss Club Ebony just down the block—it’s part of the experience.
Whether you’re catching a live performance or exploring the Life and Legacy exhibit, this map brings every stop into focus before you arrive.
BB. King Museum Map 2021
BB. King Museum updates in 2021 included a 4,500 square foot expansion featuring new exhibits focused on the final decade of B.B. King’s life. Highlights of the addition are King’s tour bus, two of his personal cars (a Rolls Royce Silver Shadow and a custom Chevy El Camino), a Les Paul guitar gifted by Paul himself, the last two signed Gibson Lucille guitars, and a life-sized bronze statue of King near his burial site. The expansion also unveiled a Memorial Garden that now encloses King’s gravesite, offering visitors a comprehensive tribute to his legacy.
Printable BB. King Museum Map PDF 2021
FAQ
Was Lucille buried with B.B. King?
Lucille, B.B. King’s iconic guitar, was not buried with him but was present at his funeral, propped on his casket during the service in Indianola, Mississippi. The guitar was a central part of the ceremony, honoring their legendary bond. Some sources suggest Lucille was “silent now,” but the guitar was not interred with King.
What was B.B. King buried with?
B.B. King was buried in Indianola, Mississippi, after a funeral where his body was displayed in a purple satin shirt and floral tuxedo jacket, flanked by two black Gibson guitars. His beloved guitar Lucille was placed on his casket during the service but was not buried with him. The funeral included personal tributes and memorabilia celebrating his life and music.
How much money did B.B. King leave his children?
B.B. King reportedly left each of his 15 children between $3,000 and $5,000, with the remainder of his estate placed in a trust for their education. Estimates of his estate’s value ranged from $5 million to as much as $40 million, but most assets were controlled by a trust and his business company. Legal disputes followed his death regarding the distribution and management of his estate.
Where is B.B. King?
B.B. King is buried at the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola, Mississippi. This location was chosen by King himself as his final resting place. Fans can visit his grave at the museum to pay their respects.
