W.C. Handy

Dublin Core

Title

W.C. Handy

Subject

African-American History

Description

WC Handy was born in Florence in 1873. Handy became internationally known as the "Father of the Blues" and his songs include "Memphis Blues", "Beale Street Blues", and "St. Louis Blues". The log cabin in which Handy was born has been moved to 620 West College St., restored, and turned into a museum.

Creator

Ashley Pentecost, University of North Alabama

Source

McDonald, Elizabeth. "History of Florence City Schools." Florence, AL: self-published.

Publisher

Alabama Cultural Resource Survey

Date

1873