Aretha Franklin's Funeral Events Revealed

Aretha Franklin, the teenage gospel singer who rose to become the Queen of Soul, selling 75 million records and inspiring generations, has died. Multiple events in celebration of the singer's life are scheduled next week in Detroit. They're expected to draw dignitaries, musicians and other high-profile figures from around the world.
That includes a funeral service Friday, Aug. 31. A pair of public visitations will take place earlier in the week. The Free Press will provide live coverage of all events, memorials and celebrations throughout the week.
Here's the schedule, as we know it:
Aretha Franklin public visitation
When: Tuesday, Aug. 28 and Wednesday, Aug. 29.
Where: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, 315 E. Warren Ave. in Detroit. The viewing is in the museum's spacious rotunda.
Times: 9 a.m.-9 p.m. each day.
Can I attend? The viewing is open to the public, but expect long lines.
Aretha Franklin viewing at New Bethel
When: Thursday, Aug. 30.
Where: New Bethel Baptist Church, 8430 Linwood in Detroit.
Time: Noon to 4 p.m.
Can I attend? This viewing is limited; it was added to help members of the congregation who may face difficulty attending the bigger museum event.
When is Aretha Franklin's funeral?
When: 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 31.
Where: Greater Grace Temple, 23500 W. Seven Mile Road in Detroit, on the city's west side.
Can I attend? The service is limited to family members, friends and selected guests. That said, public seating may ultimately become available.
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Where will Aretha Franklin be buried?
Franklin will be buried at Woodlawn Cemetery, 19975 Woodward Ave. in Detroit, alongside late family members including her father, the Rev. C.L. Franklin; her brother, Cecil Franklin; her sisters, Carolyn Franklin and Erma Franklin, and nephew Thomas Garrett.
Information was provided by Gwendolyn Quinn, the Franklin family's representative.
Free Press music writer Brian McCollum contributed to this story.
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