4.3.25 | 3rd Annual Lorenzo Washington Day Gala | Maxwell House Hotel

April 3, 2025 6:00 pm - April 3, 2025 10:00 pm

Head to the Maxwell House Hotel on Thursday, April 3rd to celebrate the Third Annual Lorenzo Washington Day Gala benefiting the Jefferson Street Sound Museum! Wear your black tie best and start the night off at an event reception, followed by dinner, the gala program and live entertainment by Melody and Harmony!

This year, the event honors Deford Bailey, Thomas Cain, James “Watt” Watkins, Sharon Kay, Mike and Irene Turney ( Papa Turney and Ms Zeke), and will be hosted by Victor Chatman!

Contact Karen Coffee (615-485-4893) for sponsorship opportunities.

Ticket Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lorenzo-washington-gala-benefiting-the-jefferson-street-sound-museum-tickets-1209019763659
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