SMITHVILLE, Texas (KXAN) – A Smithville building is being named as an official historical landmark by the State of Texas, Saturday June 11.

West End Park has contributed to careers of many blues and jazz musicians over the years, including BB King, Jimmy Vaughn and the Peterson Brothers.

Musicians Hannibal Lokumbe, Sonny Rhodes and several other musicians will be featured in a free concert celebrating the historical marker designation.

The marker will be unveiled at 6:00 p.m and the concert will continue until midnight. The event is open to the public.

According to West End Park’s website, the building was originally owned by I.T. Harper and is one of the few remaining places that was named as an official stop on the Chitlin’ Circuit Blues review.