Club Ebony was built just after the end of World War II by Indianola entrepreneur Johnny Jones. Under Jones and successive owners, the club showcased Ray Charles, Count Basie, B.B. King, Bobby Bland, Little Milton, Albert King, Willie Clayton, and many other acts. When owner Mary Shepard retired in 2008 after 34 years, B.B. King purchased the venue to keep the Club Ebony tradition alive. Mr. King gifted the Club to the Museum.

DAY RATES:

$300 Member

$500 Non-member

Apply to events that end at or before 6 p.m.

NIGHT RATES:

$500 Member

$600 Non-member

Apply to events that begin at or after 6 p.m. Both day and night rates offer up to 5 hours of event space rental. Additional hours for both day and night events will be billed at $100 per hour. Decorating and setup time includes one hour at no additional charge; additional hours are $50 per hour. Space rates include the use of

Club Ebony’s tables and chairs:
• 17 tables • 85 chairs

Additional table and chair rentals:
• $5.00 per table • $1.00 per chair

Located in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, the B.B. King Museum offers unique spaces for private and corporate events. Weddings, receptions, workshops, birthday parties, anniversaries, and family reunions are just a few occasions the Museum can accommodate.

DAY RATES:

• Applies to events that begin within operating hours of the B.B. King Museum
• Rates listed have a 2-hour minimum and 3-hour maximum.

NIGHT RATES:

• Applies to events that begin outside Museum operating hours
• Rates listed have a 2-hour minimum and 3-hour maximum.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Additional hours for both day and night events will be billed at $135 per hour.
• Decorating and setup time is limited to one hour at no additional charge; additional time for setup rate is $50 per hour.
• If your event will last a full day or multiple days, please contact the Museum regarding an extended rental rate.
• Discounted membership rates listed are based on the “King’s Band” sponsorship level of $250. Memberships may be purchased in the Lucille’s Gift Shop at the Museum or online at: bbkingmuseum.org/memberships