Museum Holiday Observance

Independence Day - July 04, 2026

The Museum will be Closed Saturday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Have a Happy & Safe Holiday!

Exhibit Opening Reception - of "The River and the Road to the Blues"

Exhibit Opening Reception - of "The River and the Road to the Blues"

Open: Thursday, March 12th, 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Open: Thursday, March 12th, 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Free and open to the public - Location DBM Upstairs Gallery - Live music by John Mohead

Join us for the Exhibit Opening of "The River and The Road to The Blues". For more information and details of this event click here.

Delta Blues to open new exhibit, launches new educational programming on "The River and The Road to the Blues"

November 20, 2025

In January 2026, Delta Blues Museum will unveil a new collaborative project, "The River and The Road to the Blues," made possible by an FY25 grant received from the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area (MDNHA) as well as a promotional support grant from Visit Mississippi. Through a new traveling exhibit and interactive educational program online, "The River and The Road to the Blues" explores the impact the Mississippi River and Highway 61 had on Blues music. Press Release

New - The River and The Road to The Blues

From Minnesota down to New Orleans, follow the Mississippi River and Highway 61 downstream in search of the blues through a series of state musician maps. Minnesota marks the beginning of the river and the road, leading to New Orleans and the Gulf of Mexico. Each state and stop offers a unique look into the history of the blues.

Explore The River and The Road to The Blues

This feature was made possible through a grant funded by the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area (MDNHA).

Planning to Visit the Museum?

The Museum's Plan Your Visit pages offer information for places to stay, eat, visit and listen to the blues.

Delta Blues Museum Hosts Military Families as a Blue Star Museum

Delta Blues Museum regularly participates in the Blue Star Museum program, benefitting active duty military and their families. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at the start of the annual program. Reserve your tickets

Delta Blues Museum Receives MAC Grant

August 12, 2025

Delta Blues Museum is the recipient of a $24,000 grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission (MAC). This grant is a portion of the grants MAC awarded in Fiscal Year 2026 and will be used to support Museum operations over the course of the two-year grant period. MAC's operating grants are available specifically for arts-focused institutions as operating support to assist organizations in maintaining their financial stability, building their organizational capacity, improving their artist programs, and broadening their programs throughout the community. Press Release

Museum Expands Educational Programming

January 28, 2025

Delta Blues Museum is announcing new educational programming, thanks to a grant received from the Mississippi Delta National Heritage Area (MDNHA). Press Release

Delta Blues Museum Unveils New Permanent Exhibit

Delta Blues Museum will host an artist reception, book signing, and Q&A with Scott Cawood October 03, 2024 during the unveiling of the new permanent exhibit "Portraits in Steel". Live music to be performed by Anthony "Big A" Sherrod. Press Release Current Exhibits

Museum Field Trips, Tours & More

The Museum was busy during 2021 creating Video Field Trips & Tours to further expand knowledge, preserve blues history and for your enjoyment. These videos feature different blues musicians and their experiences with various blues artists, as well as expanding upon our Explore & Learn series programs. Meanwhile, Clarksdale's very own Christone "Kingfish" Ingram has filmed a shout-out supporting the blues music genre. Watch Kingfish's Video

Trumpet Records Exhibit

We hope you were able to join us at our opening reception for the newly added traveling exhibit featuring the story of Trumpet Records and Lillian McMurry. Music was performed during the reception by Libby Rae Watson. If you were unable to attend the event, stop by the museum for a tour, before this exhibit starts "traveling".
We can't wait to see you! View Press Release

Museum Highlights & News

MUSEUM HOURS

The Delta Blues Museum is open Monday through Saturday 10:00am to 5:00pm. These hours are subject to change without notice.
The museum is also open on select days throughout the year for special programs or during festivals. Please check our home page for any special open/closure notices.

Museum Holiday Observances

The Delta Blues Museum will be closed in observance of the following holidays: New Years, Martin Luther King Jr Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Delta Blues Museum Infectious Disease/Pandemic Policy

The Delta Blues Museum is committed to the health and safety of all our guests, staff, students and volunteers. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have reinforced our public health practices and policies. Read More