Avalon, Mississippi
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Avalon is located on the former Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad and was at one time home to a general store.[2]
A post office first began operation under the name Avalon in 1908.[3]
Mississippi John Hurt, an African-American blues musician, was raised and lived here most of his life. His shotgun house is preserved as a museum to honor him. It occasionally hosts blues and gospel festivals on the adjacent land.[4]
Carroll County has placed a highway marker at Avalon to commemorate Hurt and his music. It is part of the Mississippi Blues Trail.[5]
Dardanelle Hadley, a jazz pianist, vibraphonist, and singer, was born in Avalon.[6]
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John Hurt Museum
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Mississippi John Hurt Mississippi Blues Trail Marker
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