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“Learn the complete Memphis music story”
The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum’s exhibition about the birth of rock and soul music, created by the Smithsonian Institution, tells the story of musical pioneers who, for the love of music, overcame racial and socio-economic barriers to create the music that shook the entire world. Located at 191 Beale, on the corner of legendary Highway 61 at the FedExForum sports and entertainment complex, the museum offers a comprehensive Memphis music experience from the rural field hollers and sharecroppers of the 1930s, through the explosion of Sun, Stax and Hi Records and Memphis’ musical heyday in the 70s, to its global musical influence. The museum’s digital audio tour guide is packed with over 300 minutes of information, including over 100 songs, and takes visitors at their own pace through seven galleries featuring 3 audio visual programs, more than 30 instruments, 40 costumes and other musical treasures.
What I liked most about this museum was how they immersed you in it. Upon entry to the museum you are given a headset that allows you to interact with every single exhibit. As the headset says,... Read more
Of all the museums in Memphis, this is one of the best. It covers the music history of Memphis in a fun, interactive way. When you arrive, you receive headphones that guide you on an audio tour... Read more
Great tour! Learned a lot about Memphis and rock n roll. Highly recommend. Be warned it's small. Read more
Memphis Rock n Soul Museum
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