culture
January 10, 2026
Кућа Нине Симон отвара врата посетиоцима 2027. године
Кућа из детињства музичарке Нине Симон требало би да постане нова, инспиративна туристичка атракција до 2027. године, место за прославу њеног живота и неизбрисивог наслеђа.
TL;DR
- Nina Simone's childhood home in Tryon is being transformed into an artistic center and tourist attraction.
- The restoration aims to preserve the authenticity of the space and celebrate her life and legacy.
- The project began after the property was purchased in 2017 by a group of African American artists: Adam Pendleton, Rashid Johnson, Julie Mehretu, and Ellen Gallagher.
- Major renovations started in June 2024, with completion expected in September 2025.
- Over $850,000 has been donated and invested in the project.
- The Afro-American Cultural Heritage Action Fund is providing financial support.
- The goal is to make the space accessible and inspirational for future generations.
- The attraction is expected to open by 2027 and will foster tourism, economic development, and cultural dialogue.
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