Madame Tussauds New York will launch a special interactive exhibit in celebration of Black History Month and unveil a wax likeness of Aretha Franklin on Thursday, February 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at Madame Tussauds New York located 234 W. 42nd Street (between Seventh and Eighth Avenues).
The famed Times Square wax attraction will feature some of history’s most influential African-American musicians and performers in a special setting inviting guests to interact with and pose for photos with the likes of Aretha Franklin or Billie Holiday; to play the harmonica alongside a young Stevie Wonder; stand at the microphone with the “Godfather of Soul,” James Brown as be belts out a tune; or join “The First Lady of Song,” Ella Fitzgerald, in a duet. The exhibit will also feature biographical information and historical facts on each performer and will run for a period of three months.
Madame Tussauds New York is located in the heart of Times Square and is open 365 days a year.
WHO: Madame Tussauds New York
WHAT: A special interactive exhibit in celebration of Black History Month and unveiling of an Aretha Franklin wax figure
WHEN: Thursday, February 2, 2012; Doors Open: 10:00 a.m.
Purchase tickets online and arrive early to avoid lines.
WHERE: Madame Tussauds New York – 234 West 42nd Street (b/w 7th & 8th Aves.) Manhattan
PRICE: Door – Adults: $36 Kids: $29; Online – Adults: $30.60 Kids: $24.65