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STEVENS978
If driving US hwy 61 it well worth the drive into Leland. Leland was also home at one time to Johnny and Edgar Winter I was told as well.
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H4432RTpeterm
this place is cool very small but that only makes it better. pat is as cool as you can be for a real blues man. did the bb.king one down the road but its to commercial.this joint however is down to earth.
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W8262OBandrewp
Great place - see other reviews for details. Memorable time will be had so make the effort to go to Leland.
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bluesjlp
A must to see if you are a blues fan. This small museum is dedicated to the Delta Blues musicians and is very well organized. If you are lucky enought you may be able to listen Pat Thomas (James "Son" Thomas,) and you are nice enought perhaps you will go back home with a Domino Cat.....It has been a very good time spent with you and Pat in your museum talking about life and roots.Take careRachel - France
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Naincie
and I didyou will tooif you are alive at the time of your visitwhat fun!Sorry, that's all I gotThe rest would just be the blues and you know that tune...Naincie
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ArthurH741
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 in the lobby. We were an audience of only three, ourselves and a young musician from Australia, but Pat didn't care. He was there for us and played as though we were a full audience at Carnegie Hall. It all made for an unforgettable experience. Director Billy Johnson deserves great pride in this showcase for Delta blues artists.
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AdventureLass
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 everyone. The museum has a $5 admission for adults. A lot of photographs, memorabilia, and interesting information. A must for Blues fans.
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gatorcindy89
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 the name for the Cat Head Music and Bookstore in Clarksdale, MS. If you visit there you can see some of Pat's work in the gallery! We had a hard time leaving.....Pat was awesome! He also sells some of his sculptures and prints His dad's Blues Trail marker is just outside the front door. The museum has amazing displays a wonderful feel and great music for Sale. You can take as many pictures as you want! It's a must see while in the area and double that if you are a Blues fan!
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travelchickconcierge
We stopped in to enjoy the memorbilia at the Highway 61 Blues Museum and we didn't leave empty handed or disappointed. Blues musican 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. We had a hard time leaving.....he was amazing! He is also an artist and sells some of his sculptures and prints and of course I had to have a few things! Later when we were at the Cat Head Music and Bookstore in Clarksdale, MS and we saw some of Pat's work in the gallery! His dad's Blues Trail marker is just outside the front door. It's obvious by the way Pat signs much of his work that he misses his dad. The museum was small, but it's a must see if you are a Blues fan!
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bluezlover
This was another stop on our blues trail pilgrimage and it was very enjoyable. The museum is very small but there are some very valuable items that speak to us blues fans. Our visit was highlighted by the music of Pat Thomas, the son of legendary bluesman Son Thomas. He played and sang for us the entire time we were in the museum. He also did some drawings of cats for us and autographed some dominoes. This was a very welcome break for us and also informative as we spoke with the clerk there. Please stop by if you're looking for a dose of blues history. If you're lucky, Pat will be there to entertain you.