Macon spots to celebrate Little Richard on anniversary weekend of his death
There will be a celebration at Rosa Parks Square with festivities, fun, and food, and that s not all. Author: Suzanne Lawler (WMAZ) Updated: 7:23 PM EDT May 7, 2021
MACON, Ga. This weekend marks a year since the death of Macon native Richard Penniman. The rest of the world knew the big personality as Little Richard, and he revolutionized music with his performances. Now, Central Georgians will pause and celebrate to honor the architect of rock and roll.
There will be a celebration at Rosa Parks Square with festivities, fun, and food, and that s not all.
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Caption The first Little Richard Memorial Celebration will be held in Macon May 7-9 and culminating on the first anniversary of his death at age 87. Credit: Liz Fabian/CCJ
On the first anniversary of the death of Little Richard Penniman, Macon will be celebrating his colorful life which began in the city’s Pleasant Hill neighborhood.
Beginning Friday, select downtown businesses will offer Little Richard-themed cocktails, beverages and food to honor the self-described Architect of Rock & Roll who died May 9, 2020, at age 87 in Nashville.
“We will be trying to encourage people to patronize the local businesses downtown for food and drinks and we’re going to do that by having a Little Richard Memorial Weekend passport,” said Nancy Cleveland, who is helping organize the event.