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W.C. Handy Birthplace, Museum and Library

Florence | Lauderdale County

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 The “Father of Blues” W.C. Handy was born in Florence and visitors can tour his birthplace which has been turned into a museum. Handy gave the world “St. Louis Blues,” “Memphis Blues” and “Beale St. Blues.” Tour his home and the museum which includes a wealth of personal memorabilia, including his trum- pet, handwritten music and the piano on which he composed “St. Louis Blues.” Open Tu–Sat. 10–4

Street Address:

620 W. College St.
Florence, AL

Phone:

256-760-6434

Website URL:

www.florenceal.org/Community_Arts/Art_Museums/Art_Galleries_Museums/WC_Handy/index.html