B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center

The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center opened to the public in 2008, with a commitment to improving the knowledge, skills, and abilities of its staff and the development of sustainable programs and services. IMLS funds will support substantive professional training and development for key members of this young institution's staff through participation in national conferences, a series of management seminars, and enrollment in the Jekyll Island Management Institute. The project also includes hiring a volunteer coordinator to increase volunteer involvement in all areas of museum operations, build the docent program, and initiate an internship program. The museum staff and board will also work with a strategic planning consultant to focus attention on future goals and programming that will create lasting connections to its community.