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The 15th Annual Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival will be held Sat., May 10, 2008, at the Festival site in Thomson, Ga. Directions are below.
The gates open at 11 a.m. and the music starts at noon. It's all over with around 9 p.m.
Schedule
Artists are subject to change. All times are P.M.
| Day |
Time |
Artist |
Saturday, 5/10/2008
Festival Site
Thomson, Georgia |
12:00 |
Crosstie Walkers |
| 12:40 |
Geoff Acheson |
| 1:50 |
Mary Flower |
| 3:05 |
Anson Funderburgh & The Rockets |
| 4:35 |
Mike Farris |
| 6:00 |
Duke Robillard |
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7:30 |
Mavis Staples |
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What To Bring
- All seating is lawn seating, so bring a blanket or low-back beach chair.
- Still camera (no video)
- Sunscreen
What Not To Bring
- Food
- Beverages
- Coolers
- Pets
- Audio or video recording equipment
Other Items
- Camping is not allowed.
- Umbrellas and high-back chairs must be placed on the perimeter of the seating area. (Courtesy rules! If you are blocking someone’s view, you may be asked to move).
- Food and drink are available.
- The festival is "Rain or Shine."
Accommodations
Best Western White Columns Inn. White Columns Inn is the official host hotel for the Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival. Call 1.800.528.9765 or e-mail for room rates and availability.
1810 West Inn Bed & Breakfast isn't far from the Festival's site. It's located at 254 North Seymour Drive NW in Thomson. Call 1.800.515.1810 or 1.706.595.3156.
Holiday Inn Express is located at 1893 Washington Road. Call 706.595.6500.
Directions
The Festival site is one mile north of Interstate 20 at Thomson, Ga., Exit 172.
- From Atlanta, Exit 172 is two hours east on I-20. Take a left off of the exit ramp.
- From Augusta, Exit 172 is a half hour west on I-20. Take a right off of the exit ramp.
- From Athens, the festival site is 60 miles south on 78/17.
- Watch for signs.
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