Inland Empire Blues Society
| Founded | January, 1992 |
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| Location |
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Area served | Inland Empire (Pacific Northwest) |
| Slogan | Blues in the Inland Northwest |
| Mission |
To support, preserve, and promote the blues through social events. |
| Website | http://www.ieblues.org |
The Inland Empire Blues Society (IEBS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting, preserving and promoting the blues through social events, such as concerts, festivals, and a newsletter. IEBS is a member of the Blues Foundation. Although based in Spokane Washington, IEBS represents a broader area generally known as the Inland Empire of the Pacific Northwest.[1]
The signature event of the IEBS is their annual Empire Awards that recognize individuals for contributions made supporting the Blues in the Inland Empire region.[2]