Visit the Cotton Museum and learn about the history of cotton and the crops relationship to Blues music. Contact: Bobby Aaron 662.902.9069 Open by appointment only but always open during festivals!

Blues Hound Flat is a cool place to stay in Clarksdale, Mississippi. A self-catering apartment located in the heart of downtown Clarksdale, just steps from the Delta Blues Museum, and within easy walking distance to Ground Zero Blues Club, Madidi Restaurant, Cat Head Delta Blues & Folk Art and numerous authentic juke joints. Enjoy 1,500 square ft. of laid-back loft living all to yourself that can sleep up to 4. Blues Hound Flat is available for renting nightly, long-term stays, festivals, and special events. Space is limited. Call or email today for a reservation.

CAT HEAD DELTA BLUES & FOLK ART is a world-famous blues store filled with CDs, DVDs, books, magazines, T-shirts and artwork ... as well as a clearinghouse for live music happenings in the Delta. It is home base for Blues Revue's "Down In The Delta" column, radio's "Cat Head Delta Blues Show," the Cat Head Presents record label and joint projects like the blues film "M for Mississippi" and "We Juke Up In Here!" ALSO, buy Cat Head owner Roger Stolle's new book "Hidden Hidden of Mississippi Blues" from The History Press. Cat Head received a coveted "Keeping The Blues Alive" award in 2008; it was hailed as "One of the 17 Coolest Record Stores in America" by Paste Magazine; and it was recently included in the book "1,000 Places to See Before You Die." Owner Roger Stolle also conducts a weekly call-in to Bill Wax's Bluesville radio show on XM/Sirius Radio most Thursdays at 4pm (CT). Live music info and a guide to Clarksdale are featured on the store's web site, www.cathead.biz. 252 Delta Ave. 662-624-5992.

The Delta Bohemian: celebrating the constancy and diversity in the Mississippi Delta with an online Web Magazine and a Retail Gift Shop with Delta Novelties, T-shirts, Vintage Finds, Jewelry, Art and more. Featuring MS Design Maven Interior Design. Business location: 274 Sunflower Avenue in Clarksdale. 662-392-9249 or 662-624-8794. DELTABOHEMIAN.COM SHOP.DELTABOHEMIAN.COM

Search no longer for that perfect combination of authentic Delta, sophistication, comfort, and attention to detail. Reviews: "We Love this place!" - Reade, Atlanta "The perfect combination of funky and classy." - Ron, Philadelphia "A gem displaying southern elegance." - Stan, New York "This place is "magic" and you guys have done an amazing job to set an inviting and wonderfully different atmosphere for your guests here! The Delta Bohemian Guest House is almost as amazing as you guys are!!" - Blues Traveler Homer, Alaska "Thoughtful Hosts Share the Best of Southern Hospitality. If you are looking for a memorable experience in the Delta then you must stay at the Bohemian Guest House." - Four Nomads, Starkville "Thank you so much for making the Sunflower Blues Festival such an incredibly fun 5 days! Your hospitality and perfect Guest House made the stay memorable." - Ralph and Rosalind, Baton Rouge, LA "Our family loved the DBGH! We appreciate all the extra effort you put into your hosting and we can't wait to come back" - Heather The Delta Bohemian Guest House, a former 1917 two story Delta cypress cook’s house, is ideally located in the heart of residential Clarksdale, just three blocks from downtown. Using an earthy, updated rustic, and bohemian style to infuse the house with warmth and a real sense of the old Mississippi Delta, the Howells and Interior Designer Marilyn Trainor Storey, the MS Design Maven, have created a one-of-a-kind lodging destination for the traveler interested in the Blues and Delta culture. Opened Fall 2012. DELTABOHEMIANGUESTHOUSE.COM

Dr Patricia Johnson. Dr. Alia McCoy. Quality Chiropractic care for the whole family.

Our mini mall is a unique representation of our local artist as well as vendors. Something for the entire family, from handmade jewelry, children's clothes, peace t-shirts as well as our special sale items for the blues. Located in the heart of downtown Clarksdale on the corner of Delta Avenue and East Second -Tuesday thru Saturday 10 am to 5 pm.

If you are a lady of fashion, stop by the FASHION GALLERY SHOP,377 Issaquena Avenue. Check out our latest Easter fashion dresses, suits, hats and jewelry. Great for church attire. Casual Linen Suits, for Work or Play and Ladies Business and Professional Wear. Visit the friendly ladies at Fashion Gallery, Brenda, Linda, Lena and Carol for all your fashion wishes!

ART GALLERY; featuring Blues related Art *** Blues musicians, song titles, lyrics and traditions captured in paintings and objects by a variety of blues loving artists. Works by Mississippian Delta artist, John Fewkes; Mouth Painter Cindi Bernhardt, and Susan Conditt. (we are working on a gumbo receipe, bring yours in!) Gallery Owner: Deborah Watson 213-507-8661 www.gimmegumbogallery.com

Joey Young, potter and painter.

"Mag-Pie Gift & Art is a gift shop in downtown Clarksdale, MS. We sell china, silver, cutlery, serving pieces, home decor items, art, children's clothing, baby books & accessories, lamps, furniture, stationary, gifts and more! We have Mississippi made items, food products, books, kitchen accessories, pottery and other items for your house, showers, birthday gifts or just a keepsake to take home. Wedding and baby registries are available. Stop by our shop on Delta Avenue and see all we have to offer!"

We may look a touch old fashioned, but come inside and you will find the best and beautiful in everything from a huge selection of feed, seed and garden products, to stunning jewelry, fabulous bath products, fun gifts, unique gourmet food treats, antiques and the finest chocolate and pecans in the land. Open Monday - Saturday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.

The New Roxy is a former movie theater located in the Historic New World District of Clarksdale Mississippi. Renovation began in 2008 after sitting vacant and deteriorating since the mid 1980’s. What remains physically is a shell of the former theater…. a sloping concrete floor, masonry stage, distressed yet beautiful brick walls, a gorgeous view of the night sky and a fabulous feeling that can only be understood when you stand inside. We are currently open only for special events which often feature live blues music. Come join us as we try to recapture some of the rich history and culture of this once vibrant and important neighborhood in the heart of the Delta.

Oxbow Market & Catering--(formerly known as Oxbow Restaurant) The Oxbow Family's vision for revitalization in this small town has transitioned into a Local Fresh Market Grocer +Vintage Goods & Repurposed Salvage. They provide Grass Fed Meats, Wild Caught Fish & Seafood, Rice, Grains, Granola, Local Produce, Oxbow Homemade Salad Spreads, Sauces & other products, Fresh Artisan Breads, Multi Cultural Pantry Items, Wide Beer Selection, Sweet Magnolia Ice Creams, Local Dairy Milk and much much more! Located inside of Oxbow Market is Oxbow Repo, the Halls passion of recycling through repurpose is showcased and for purchase in the form of architectural salvage, vintage goods and repurposed finds. To Honor Juke Joint Festival, Oxbow will be serving Limited Menu in Take-Out form ONLY until sold out on Saturday. Picnic seating on sidewalk available. Or take Oxbow on a stroll with you through the events happening in the streets. Festival Market Hours: Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, & Sunday 10am-2pm (market only) With Cooked to Order Take-Out Food-- Saturday 11am--until sold out

Quapaw Canoe Company is located in downtown Clarksdale at 3rd & Sunflower opposite Sarah’s Kitchen. During Juke Joint 2009 we will be offering canoe & kayak rentals for paddling the Sunflower River and also conducting a free canoe carving workshop on street level Thursday through Sunday. We provide custom-guided canoe & kayak access to the “Muddy Waters Wilderness” of the Lower Mississippi River. Established 1998 on the biggest river in North America. 60% of America’s song birds & 44% of America’s migrating waterfowl. Rediscover the heart of a country on its greatest river! Go to www.island63.com for more information or call 662-627-4070. And “May the River be with Ya!”

Description: Museum Extensive collection of memorabilia from 1920's through 1970's, special room with exhibits of local bluesartists. Giftshop check website for openingtimes.

Open for dinner Wednesday through Saturday nights, 6 pm til 10 pm. (Bar 6 p.m. til ...); Saturday, noon til 6 p.m. At RUST, Executive Chef/Co-Owner Randall Andrew's "Progressive Southern" style of cooking fuses classic techniquie, local products and a passion for our region's rich cultural Traditions. And, with an interior comprised almost entirely of local artists and lost, forgotten or discarded relics from around Coahoma County, RUST's walls actually CAN talk.

Visit our shop during the festival and enjoy a hand on demonstration our our stain glass creations. We can create and customize stain glass for all your special places.

Stone Pony Pizza is excited to bring to the Mississippi Delta an eclectic mix of atmosphere. A building that has been in Clarksdale since 1912, we have renovated and brought this great building back to its historic beginnings. We offer five flat screen televisions for your enjoyment, Wi-Fi accessibility and a pictorial history of Clarksdale and many of its colorful residents. With Journey Baker, Matthew Joseph, we offer not only a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy, but homemade, hand-tossed pizza that will make your mouth water. Come, join us and enjoy a wonderful night in Clarksdale, Mississippi.

Adrian Kosky and Carla Maxwell at The Holy Moly at Third and Issaqueena in Downtown Clarksdale.

"Cool digs located in the heart of Historic Downtown Clarksdale, Mississippi" The Squeeze Box was created, designed and decorated in true “Delta Style” by local artisans, John Magnusson and Randall Andrews of Delta Debris. This four-room private apartment has central AIR CONDITIONING and features a large living room, kitchen, master suite, and full bathroom with shower. The private bedroom features a King-Size Sealy Posture Pedic Pillow Top Mattress with 400 count cotton linens. The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, dishwasher, full size microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker. A killer stereo system pipes music into all rooms and has a hook up for your IPOD or MP3 player. A separate IPOD system is located bedside. There is a large covered front sidewalk veranda where you can relax, sip a refreshing cool beverage, and recharge your batteries before a night on the town listening to live blues at any of the local clubs or juke joints. Available by the night, or longer-term stays.