W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum and Library

William Christopher Handy gave the world “St. Louis Blues,” “Memphis Blues” and “Beale St. Blues.” Wealth of personal memorabilia, including trumpet, handwritten music and piano on which he composed “St. Louis Blues.”

Getting There & Details

Admission
Admission charged
Hours
Open Tu-Sat. 10-4.
Address
620 W. College St.
Phone
256-760-6434
Map
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