Before she was the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll, Tina Turner was a young woman who found her voice in St. Louis. Explore the places where the legend began and how St. Louis CITY SC honors her enduring legacy with #STLRising.
LessFeaturing some of the iconic Black artists and historical figures who have left their mark on this Midwest city, this hand-painted St. Louis Wall of Fame mural in The Grove shines a light on Maya Angelou, Dred Scott, Miles Davis, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, and, of course, Tina Turner.
Set in vibrant Midtown, this urban market and entertainment hub hosts a special Tina Turner pop-up featuring the St. Louis CITY SC kit, exclusive merchandise, and rare memorabilia. It's where the Queen's legacy meets contemporary St. Louis culture.
The St. Louis Symphony Orchestra honors Tina Turner with "Eternal: A Tribute," a one-night-only concert presented by St. Louis CITY SC. On February 15, 2026, at the renovated Powell Hall, Music Director Stéphane Denève and guest conductor Anthony Parnther lead the orchestra through an immersive symphonic journey, from her St. Louis roots to global stardom, featuring hits like "Proud Mary" and "Simply the Best."
In the historic Ville, a two-story mural celebrates Tina Turner's life and legacy. This powerful artwork marks the site of her first St. Louis home and stands as a proud testament to her roots, steps from Sumner High School where she graduated in 1958. It's a must-see tribute to the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll.
Head to the Team Store at 2118 Market Street and score the official Tina Turner Kit! Celebrate a legend and show your #STLRising pride.
This is where it all began. At this legendary club, Anna Mae Bullock first saw Ike Turner and the Kings of Rhythm perform and where she famously grabbed the microphone, launching the career that would make her an icon. Though the building is gone, the site remains sacred ground in music history.
Tina Turner walked these halls after moving to the St. Louis area, a young woman on the cusp of greatness. Her time here shaped the foundation of who she would become.
This church served as an early rehearsal and performance space for Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm in the late 1950s, when they were still primarily an R&B and blues band. Tina spent formative years here, honing the talent that would electrify the world in the decades that followed. The group recorded for local labels like Tune Town Records before their national breakthrough with "A Fool in Love" (1960), which was recorded at Technisonic Studios in St. Louis.
A cornerstone of the St. Louis R&B scene in the 1950s and '60s, the Ike & Tina Turner Revue commanded this stage multiple times. Part of the "chitlin' circuit,” the network of venues where Black performers honed their craft during segregation, this was where the Revue perfected their high-energy choreography and multiple costume changes.
Another iconic venue on the chitlin' circuit where Ike & Tina Turner perfected their electrifying live show. This was the circuit where legends were made, night after night. The building may have changed, but the energy remains part of St. Louis history.
By the early 1970s, Ike & Tina Turner were headlining major venues like the Kiel Auditorium (now part of the Stifel Theatre complex), performing chart-toppers like "Proud Mary" and "Nutbush City Limits" for packed St. Louis crowds.
This historic ballroom hosted big bands, dance events, and R&B acts throughout the mid-20th century. Ike & Tina Turner likely graced this stage during their rise, adding to the venue's storied legacy.
Featuring some of the iconic Black artists and historical figures who have left their mark on this Midwest city, this hand-painted St. Louis Wall of Fame mural in The Grove shines a light on Maya Angelou, Dred Scott, Miles Davis, Jackie Joyner-Kersee and, of course, Tina Turner.
Stand here and look across the Mississippi to East St. Louis, the place where Anna Mae Bullock became Tina Turner. This view connects both sides of her St. Louis story, a journey from humble beginnings to global icon.