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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

191 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103
901-205-2533
Ranked #14 of 85 attractions in Memphis
4.0 of 5 stars 140 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, History Museums
Activities: Leisure education
Owner description: Chronicling the artists and the music that shaped the legacy of "Memphis Sound," this museum features the Smithsonian's "Rock 'n' Roll: Social...... more » Owner description: Chronicling the artists and the music that shaped the legacy of "Memphis Sound," this museum features the Smithsonian's "Rock 'n' Roll: Social Crossroads" exhibition. « less
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Atlanta, GA
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

Displays were wonderful; music selections and artifacts aplenty. If you want to get a feel for Memphis' contribution to American music, this is a must see. This was part of a 3 day trip with 80+ middle school chorus/orchestra/band students. Very enriching experiences. More

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Cooperstown NY
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

A real blast from the past 50s 60s and 70s. They don't make music like that anymore. A very short movie to start off and then some excellent collections to see with a headset. More

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Dallas, Texas
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

This is such a well put together museum! It really gives a great explanation of why Memphis is such a special place and all of the history that took place there. So when you go visit Bealle Street and Graceland and Sun Studio and Stax, you really have an understanding of why they are special. It has lots of great... More

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zwijndrecht Belgium
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Very nice museum. But for a city as Memphis with such a big music history it is a small museum. But if you are in Memphis you got to go there. More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Enjoyed the visit ,explains all about the history of rock and soul, a learning experience! More

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London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

A clear, well set-out museum that tells the story of the origins of rock and soul in a really accessible way. More

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Bonnieux, France
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

This is so worth the money (affiliated with the Smithsonian) and it explains why Memphis can truly be called the birthplace of rock and roll. So many original recordings of the icons of blues, country and of course, rock and roll. More

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Lexington, Missouri
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012
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This is a great place to see the err of the mid to late 50's and early 60's. Takes you through to the 80's.......Some of Elvis costumes were unbelievable. More

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See 2 more reviews by DMSims for Memphis
Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

Liked everything about this museum - its well laid out, the audio tour works great, loved that benches are available throughout the museum which I haven't found in most museums. Great value for the price and excellent information tracing the roots of music More

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Clanton, Alabama, United States
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Definitely visit this museum. It is full of awesome music memorabilia, and the staff is very friendly. I loved it! More

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