You will have the opportunity to say your farewell to Blues Legend BB King today in Memphis.
Today's events are scheduled to begin at 10:30 a.m. @ Handy Park with a video tribute, followed with a musical tribute with musicians from around the world. At 12:45 the procession on Beale Street with a hearse, brass band, and King's guitar, Lucille will take place. Take note, that some downtown streets will be partially closed for the events.
The public is also invited to the B.B. King Museum for the viewing starting at 10a.m. on Friday, in Indianola, Mississippi. The funeral is Saturday. Check with the B.B. King Museum. 400 Second St., Indianola, Mississippi 38751 for a complete schedule that is open to the public, or to send flowers and donations.
We thank WREG, Channel 3, and all of the Memphis media outlets, for their coverage of the event, and you may go to WREG..com for coverage of today's events. It is also suggested that fans wear blue in honor of Mr. B.B. King today.
Riley, B.B. King, age 89, died in Las Vegas, NV, on May 14.
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