This year marks the 50th anniversary of Marvin Gaye's legendary album "What's Going On."
In celebration of the timeless and prolific record, the Motown Museum has announced a series of events and initiatives to honor the late singer and his contributions to the history of Motown.
Some of the special programming includes an exclusive Marvin Gaye VIP Motown Museum tour experience, commemorative branded merchandise and the naming of "Marvin Gaye Drive" near the artist's home in Detroit where the album was conceptualized.
The street naming dedication ceremony is slated for Saturday, June 19 at the intersection of West Outer Drive and Monica Street, and was spearheaded by Detroit City Councilman Roy McCalister from Detroit's Second District.
"We are proud to share with the world that Marvin will have a street named after him right where his genius and creativity was thriving in Detroit," Motown Museum Chairwoman and CEO Robin Terry said in a statement. "With Councilman McCallister's vision and enthusiastic support from the neighboring community this moment is now a reality that will live on for future generations. We are thankful for his leadership, the continued support of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and those who want to tell the world about this incredible legacy born in Detroit."
In January, the Motown Museum partnered with the State of Michigan and Governor Whitmer to recognize January 20 -- the day the album's single was released -- as "What's Going On" Day.
The exclusive VIP Marvin Gaye tours of Motown Museum will take place all day on the actual anniversary of the album - every hour from 11 a.m. through 5 p.m. on Friday, May 21.
Tickets can be purchased for the tour here.
