Amazing and formative experience. there are some elements that were a little heavy but its expected…read moreespecially since its attatched to the hotel where the MLK assassination occured. What I liked is that it did not only focus on that ... but also traced the history of the civil rights movement in America from the time of the chattel slave trade to current day. PROTIP: there is so much information and so much to see... I suggest you give yourself at least 2 hours when visiting. I made the mistake of going 1.5 hrs before i had to b at the airport and was only able to see the 1st building and even then i felt that i had to rush through towards the end of my time there. The exhibits, sculptures, pieces, and installations were well done and keep you engaged the entire time.

Only Love and Light can conquer their opposites." MLK, 1963…read more Ok that fateful day in 1968. The shots rang out. Who knows why? But for all the wrong reasons we can see the legacy that Martin Luther King left behind. They have dedicated this place to his legacy. Let's go inside the museum. The legacy of his life is outlined here. The strife of the world. This is living history. The vision that he had and what he has done. The quiet proof and all that happened here. The car the way life was set all those days ago. The museum outlines historic events in a difficult way and time when the world was involved in much change. This is a must see..... when you come to Memphis. The mystery and myth of love and light can be seen here . The value is something you cannot put a price on . Freedom! For all! You will learn something here. This self proclaimed leader will shake you . Bring tissues and at least two hours to see the museum. The parking is on street for best results. Again, living history. The speaker box outside on the side walk outlines the "day of." Love and light are what he left.

My spouse and I came here while we were in Memphis. For anyone who is interested in American…read morehistory, especially in the south. This is one spot you will want to check out as this was a house that was used during the underground railroad that runway slaves would come as a safe spot to hide before running off to the northern states. If you are in the area I would highly recommend visited it. [Review #722] (20th Review of 2024)

Stopped here last week and the business profile stated Open Now hours, but the museum grounds and…read morebathrooms in back are in seriously disrepair. Wish we would have had the opportunity to take the tour but this place was closed and I suspect not currently in operation. There are a lot of nice murals in the area, be safe while driving around this area due to horse carriage businesses. Grind City Brewing is nearby, as well. Hope to visit when the Slave Haven museum and tour is open again.

5* Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum Must-see visit…read moreThe history of rock 'n' roll and soul music two blocks from Beale Street

My son and I came here for his school field trip. This place is definitely worth checking out…read more Whether you live here or just visiting, stop by. They give you a "Walkman" to listen to each display. The entree price is reasonable. The staff is friendly and helpful. With that all being said, I don't think this is a good field trip for elementary school kids. They just aren't to the age to appreciate the history here and for a field trip with several kids that need to stand and listen to each display, they got bored real quick. I would have rather taken my son by ourself so we could enjoy it all better.

My grandson had so much fun. He was well entertained for most of the day and even learned a couple…read moreof new things. And he's a very active 3 year old.

Got an email from the museum stating they offer free general admission on every third Thursday of…read moreeach month. Took advantage of that and visited with my mom, son and niece. I hadn't been since I was a kid, so I was excited to visit again. For the most part, a lot was the same as I remember and I was excited to show the kids. There were a few new things too, which was cool. We didn't get a chance to do the planetarium ($5 on the free third Thursdays) nor the giant screen theater (also $5). Next time, I for sure want to take my son inside the planetarium because it was my most favorite thing as a kid. Hopefully, he'll love it too. As an adult, the museum definitely seems a bit random and there's not a whole lot that's interesting (unless you're a huge science/history fan). Overall, the kids enjoyed themselves and that's all that matters.

Ok! Let's get our happy on!…read moreLet's go and see Sun Records ! All the great independent musicians that walked through that door, it's remarkable! This is a huge milestone and achievement. The tour is about one hour long, parking on the street. Let's go learn. Josh was GREAT!

I'm so excited I was finally able to scratch a visit to Sun Studios off of my Memphis to-do list…read more For music history lovers it's one of the most iconic places to make a pilgrimage to stand where some of the greats stood as they recorded hit songs that have remained relevant more than 80 years later. You can't reserve tours online and are available on a first come first serve basis and take place at the half hour mark. I arrived at about 12:15 and despite the 12:30 tour being removed as available for the tour board the employee at the front kindly let me slide into the 12:30 tour group. It's a small building but A LOT of history and memorabilia are packed into the building . The guided tour begins on the second floor where there is a small single room with musuem exhibits and items from the early days of Sun Records. After spending time here you'll be taken back downstairs to spend time in the actual recording studio. In total the tour lasted about 45 minutes and you were able to linger at the end without feeling rushed to take photos with THE microphone and soak in the energy of the space. If you're any kind of music lover you can't miss this building where so much pop culture and music history was made.

Graceland is a unique opportunity to get a peek into the life of Elvis Presley. Our guide told us…read morethe home was over 17,552 square feet & sits on 13.8 acres. Decorated in a 1970's style I found it to be somewhat dark & moody. The Mrs says that was just the style then. Considering how many visitors go through the museums, gift shops, restaurants, home & grounds it was very clean & neat. All of the staff that we encountered were very friendly & quite helpful. Once you purchase your tickets, you'll ride a shuttle to the home & begin your tour, standing in line with other travelers, weaving your way through the first floor & basement of the home & then walking outside. The second floor is not open to visitors. There are ten museums on the grounds, showing his airplanes, automobiles, motorcycles, clothing, singing career & his short stint in the US Army. Each museum has its own gift shop attached. We spent hours at the site & I was pretty worn out by the end of the day. Wear comfortable shoes & clothing. We did enjoy our visit immensely.

Graceland has always been on my bucket list. I'm not even that big of an Elvis fan, but the house…read moreis just so legendary! So while in Memphis, we absolutely had to visit. And I was so impressed with how organized this whole facility is for both the house tour and the exhibits. We pre-purchased tickets for the 11am Elvis Experience. We arrived a little early and watched a short pre-show video before boarding a shuttle across the street to the house. We opted for the audio tour device, which was really smart since we didn't have a guided tour. They explain how to use the iPad and you get a really fun narration from John Stamos as you go throughout the two lower levels of the house. The Jungle Room and the Billiard Room did not disappoint! And by the time we made it to the Memorial Garden to see Elvis's grave, I was very moved. The house tour took about an hour and then we actually spent another couple of hours going through all the exhibits (the car museum, the planes, the concert costumes, and more). We even ate lunch at Glady's Diner on site (there are a couple places to sit and have food) which looks like an old 1950s diner and serves pizza, hot dogs, burgers, salads and milkshakes. Overall, I was so impressed by the whole facility. And I came away loving Elvis just a little bit more!

Stopped by the Stax Museum of American Soul Music in Memphis, TN!…read more The museum is located on the original site of Stax Records, one of the most influential soul music labels in history. Founded in the late 1950s, Stax helped launch and shape the careers of legendary artists such as Otis Redding, Booker T. & the M.G.'s, Sam & Dave, and Isaac Hayes. The label's music became known for its powerful vocals, unforgettable grooves, and deep Memphis roots. My favorite exhibit was Isaac Hayes's iconic gold-trimmed 1972 Cadillac Eldorado. The car featured plush interiors, a television, a refrigerator, and a custom sound system--an unforgettable symbol of Hayes's success and larger-than-life style during the height of his career. A fascinating stop filled with history, incredible exhibits, and the soulful sound that helped put Memphis on the musical map!

Stax Records History…read more.... Do you know some famous ones, Issac Hayes or Otis Redding? This was the label where they made a debut! They have all sorts of different styles of music here. They have ample parking. You can purchase tickets online or on site. They have the tours every hour. It's very informative. You will come out a bit smarter with the music and ways of playing the music games during this period. They have a great selection of music memories and outfits that others wore all those years ago. Here it sits for us to see. The birth of music began here in Memphis. The memories of the past are now here for you and me to see at Stax.

The blues are being kept alive here! For they are dying, we…read moreare finally here in Memphis and get to visit here. All the way from Las Vegas, Nevada wow! Now one of the supporters of this place is the Big Blues Bender that plays every year in Vegas at the Westgate. The last place that Elvis played. The feeling standing here . Although this was started in 2015, the support that this has is truly remarkable. Take the tour and opportunity to be the blues, for it plays in your heart and mind . The love here is truly endless. They did a wonderful job at presenting and preserving the world of the blues here. Thank you.

The Blues Hall of Fame is on Main St in downtown Memphis. Admission is $15 which is the Blues…read moreArtist's location & holdsLocal Induction Ceremonies, which allows the Induced Artist to be honored. Legendary Blues Artist is our highest award. Next is Master Blues Artist & Great Local Blues Artist. The Blues Hall of Fame is dedicated to honoring, showcasing & inducting all of these Great Blues Artists

this was a great time. it all started with the staff members at the front desk, who were not only…read moresuper nice, they were also efficient. there are 3 floors and at the time we visited, there was a gallery and/or activity going on. on top of that, there was a vendor market that was set to take place the next day (we wish we were able to attend... it looked like it as going to be really fun to as the vendors were setting up throughout the time we were there). the museum is massive and it reminds me of a museum back home that was originally a house. i could see this being a spot someone used to live at. the exhibitions were beautiful. i had to make sure there weren't any areas that we missed because there were so many rooms & so much art. sometimes spots like this can be free, sometimes they aren't. as there was a fee for this visit, it was very well worth it. i'd come back again & again & again. i liked their cafe, they had coffee soda that REALLY caught my eye & it's something i should've tried. there merch selection was good & also highlighted artwork from local artists, which is always a bonus.

Clean, quiet, pleasant staff, beautiful art pieces. I was able to resonate with so many art pieces…read morein the room. I was expecting to see a lot more artwork and i wish that some of descriptions would give a little more information on the art piece. Parking was a little confusing. There is a small parking lot on the side of the building, but no other clean indications on where to park. Admission ticket prices could be a little lower, we paid $38 for two adults.

The spirit of Elvis is alive here!…read more Come and walk in his shoes, be at the same places in time that he had been in ! This tour was most impressive, learning about the city that Elvis adorned and always came back too! It's interesting and entertaining! Make the most and go with the best!

Well worth the trip. It was a phenomenal tour. We were so impressed by the size and quality of…read morethe tour. 17 acres for the house and surrounding buildings about 1.5hrs. The museum took an additional 2.5 hrs to complete. Very well done. Bravo.