The evolution of B.B. King's performance attire as he ages, from his early satin suits to the more casual shirts he often wears are displayed at the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola, Miss. , Friday, Sept. 11, 2009. The one thing that does not change is his favorite guitar, a Gibson model that he named "Lucille. Special events surround the facility's first anniversary this weekend, including live performances by area blues musicians. AP Photo logo AP Photo 29 months ago

The evolution of B.B. King's performance attire as he ages, from his early satin suits to the more casual shirts he often wears are displayed at the B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center in Indianola, Miss. , Friday, Sept. 11, 2009. The one thing that does not change is his favorite guitar, a Gibson model that he named "Lucille. Special events surround the facility's first anniversary this weekend, including live performances by area blues musicians.

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