Clarksdale Collection

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Cotton Field, Delta, Sunrise

MISSISSIPPI: LABOR, 1940. Cotton picking in the vicinity of Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, November 1940

USA, Deep South, Mississippi, Clarksdale

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Shack Up Inn, Hotel, Converted Grain Silos

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Blues Mural, Clarksdale Natives John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Big Mama Thornton

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Robert Johnson Mural

Clarksdale, MIssissippi, Ground Zero Blues Club, Owned By The Actor Morgan Freeman

Blues guitar mural, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Classic car and colourful murals, Delta Blues Cafe, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Street view of colourful buidings, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Blues Mural, Clarksdale musicians John Lee Hooker, Muddy Waters, Big Mama Thornton, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Classic Ford car, Vintage Memorabilia, Shack Up Inn, Hotel, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

American vintage sign, Vintage Memorabilia, Shack Up Inn, Hotel, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Colourful blues mural, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Abe's BarBQ sign, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Iconic Blues Crossroads, Highways 61 and 49, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Classic Ford pick up and colourful buidings, Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Cotton Field, Vintage Buick Super (1950)

Clarksdale, Mississippi, Famous Blues Crossroads, Highways 61 And 49

COTTON PICKER, 1937. Feet of an African American cotton picker near Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1937

COTTON HOERS, 1937. A group of migrant cotton hoers walking to work on a cotton plantation, near Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June-July 1937

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1938. An African American family being moved from Arkansas to the Mississippi Delta by a Caucasian tenant farmer on Mississippi U.S. Highway No. 1 between Greenville and Clarksdale

COTTON PLANTATION, 1939. Day laborers picking cotton on a plantation near Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939

JITTERBUG DANCERS, 1939. Jitterbug dancers and a police officer in the doorway at a juke joint and in Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939

JITTERBUGGING, 1939. In a juke joint on a Saturday night, Clarksdale, Mississippi. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939

Day-laborers picking cotton near Clarksdale, Miss. Date 1939 Nov

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"Discover the Soulful Charm of Clarksdale, Mississippi" Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Clarksdale, Mississippi. This enchanting town nestled in the heart of the Delta region is a true gem that will transport you back in time. As the sun rises over endless cotton fields, you can almost hear the echoes of labor from 1940 when workers toiled under its scorching rays. Clarksdale stands as a testament to Mississippi's deep roots in agriculture and hard work. But there's more to this place than just its past. The Shack Up Inn, with its converted grain silos turned into cozy accommodations, offers a unique stay that combines comfort with rustic charm. It's an experience like no other – waking up surrounded by history and feeling connected to this land. Stroll through the streets adorned with blues murals paying homage to legendary musicians like John Lee Hooker and Muddy Waters who called Clarksdale home. Their soulful melodies still resonate through every note played on guitars echoing from local venues. The Delta Blues Cafe is another must-visit spot where classic cars line up alongside colorful murals, creating an atmosphere that perfectly captures the spirit of this musical genre born right here in Clarksdale. Take it all in while savoring delicious Southern cuisine served with a side dish of live music. Wander further down these charming streets lined with colorful buildings that tell stories of resilience and community spirit. Each corner holds surprises waiting to be discovered – whether it's stumbling upon another captivating blues mural or finding hidden gems within vintage memorabilia shops. Clarksdale embraces its heritage proudly, showcasing American vintage signs at places like Shack Up Inn Hotel which add authenticity to your journey through time. These signs serve as reminders of days gone by but also celebrate how far we've come since then.