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The State Annual
Singing Convention, which brings many thousands of people to Benson
each year, began modestly in a tobacco warehouse here in 1921. About
200 people listened to two choirs that day.
The singing is held
outdoors in downtown Benson on a beautiful one block oak
grove. Some seating is provided, however, spectators are
encouraged to bring lawn chairs.
There is no charge to attend
the Sing or for contestants to enter the Sing. Saturday the
singing starts at 10 AM and on Sunday the Sing begins at 9AM
with a worship service. This year the worship service will be
lead by Rev. Leon Tart and the Jonesboro Baptist Church of Dunn
North Carolina.
Restrooms and dressing
rooms are provided for the contestants. The professional
sound system is provided and maintained by B. B. Nations. The
Gospel Museum is open and free to the public on Saturday and
Sunday. There are plenty of motels in the area. Ample
parking for buses is designated behind the stage
area.
Over 50 amateur and
semi-professional and professional groups will appear this
year.
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is located one mile south of the intersection of I-40 and
I-95. Take I-95 to exit 79 (highway 27/50). If you
are on I-95 North, turn right at the traffic light onto 27/50,
and if you are going I-95 South, turn right at the light onto
Main Street. Go
less than 1 mile and the Convention Center (shown above) is on
the Left in a large oak grove. |
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