Gateway to the Blues Museum

This visitor center and museum recounts some of the remarkable history of blues music that is embedded within Mississippi.

The Gateway to the Blues Museum is located in Tunica, Mississippi, and is the perfect place to stop once you arrive in this town – especially if you’ve been road tripping along the Mississippi Blues Trail. The Gateway to the Blues Museum also has the town’s visitor center located here, so you can find out all the information you may need regarding places to stay, where to eat, and some of the best sights and attractions to visit when in the area.

The Gateway to the Blues Museum is situated within an old train terminus that dates back to the year 1895. Here, you will be able to learn about the history of blues music within the state of Mississippi and even see awesome and timeless artifacts like B.B. King’s guitar. There are various interactive displays such as videos that recount the fascinating musical history that stems from the state and there’s even an area to record your own blues song! There’s a gift shop on-site where you can pick up nifty souvenirs before you head out to your next adventure.