Brownsville and Haywood County will host Tina Turner Hertiage Days on September 27-29, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Flagg Grove School opening. Fans can explore Tina’s hometown of Nutbush, visit the Tina Turner Musem, and enjoy special events like a fan gathering, a tribute concert, and a zoom session with her former artist, Joel Campbell. The weekend also includes exclusive tour footage and a chance to worship at Tina’s home church on Sunday.
Friday, September 27
10PM | Nutbush Tour – includes Nutbush, Ripley and the Alex Haley Museum in Henning. Reservations are required.
5:30PM | Fan gathering, special presentations and Tinaoke (Tina karaoke)
Saturday, September 28
9AM & 1PM | Nutbush Tour. Tour Tina’s childhood communities (Nutbush, former home sites, church, etc.) Limited Seating. Reservations required.
2PM | Zoom with Joel Campbell, pianist during three Tina tours, including her 50th Anniversary Tour. Q&A to follow.
5PM | “Break Every Rule” video premier, with never-before-seen footage, produced by Deric Dyer, saxophonist during the BER tour, and introduced by Dr. Ralph Craig, author of “Dancing in my Dream.”
7:30PM | Elevation Memphis: A Tina Turner Tribute Experience Concert. Outdoor event; bring your lawn chairs.
Sunday, September 29
8AM | Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church service (Tina’s former place of worship). Fans may gather at the WTDHC and carpool.
Concessions will be onsite throughout the event. For more information about Tina Turner Heritage Days, visit www.TinaTurnerHeritageDays.com or call the Delta Heritage Center at 731-779-9000.
*Tickets for tours can be purchased online. All other activities are free, including the concert.*