Nina Simone Birthplace: A National Treasure
Special | 8m 54sVideo has Closed Captions
Artists honor Nina Simone as her Tryon, NC birthplace is designated a National Treasure.
Tryon, North Carolina is the birthplace of legendary songstress and High Priest of Soul Nina Simone. On June 19, 2018 the National Trust designated it a National Treasure, celebrating with tours of the home while local artists Yolanda Rabun, Mary D. Williams, Carly Jones and others honored Ms. Simone through song. This feature shares highlights from the event and background of Nina Simone.
Black Issues Forum is a local public television program presented by PBS NC
Nina Simone Birthplace: A National Treasure
Special | 8m 54sVideo has Closed Captions
Tryon, North Carolina is the birthplace of legendary songstress and High Priest of Soul Nina Simone. On June 19, 2018 the National Trust designated it a National Treasure, celebrating with tours of the home while local artists Yolanda Rabun, Mary D. Williams, Carly Jones and others honored Ms. Simone through song. This feature shares highlights from the event and background of Nina Simone.
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Black Issues Forum is a local public television program presented by PBS NC