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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #13 of 116 attractions in Memphis
Traveler 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 » 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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Attraction type: Specialty museum, History museum, Other
Activities: Leisure education
Address: 191 Beale St Memphis, TN 38103
Tel: 901-205-2533
Fax: 901-205-2534

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Reviews of Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

( 1-8 of 8 )
Jul 3, 2008

I have to admit that I didn't have particularly high expectations of this museum. I was so wrong! Having done the tour, I would advise anyone going to Memphis to do this tour as soon as they arrive. It gives a chronological view of the development of Soul music, thence into Rock music, with a view of what life was... more

2 of 5 stars
Australia
Jun 8, 2008

Not recommended for children. Found foul language from gentleman and was told it was the director. Counted [--] four times. Museum was a bit one sided and out of date. Would spend more time at Stax museum if had chance. more

Dec 20, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

Whilst you take some time to visit Beale Street and try and avoid the panhandlers, make sure that whatever you do, set aside a couple of hours to visit the Rock'n'Soul Museum. A vast array of super interesting exhibits, combined with knowledgeable staff make this self guided audio tour an absolute must do. (The personal highlight for me was the... more

4 of 5 stars
Fond Du Lac, WI
Sep 30, 2007

This Museum focuses mainly on the Soul aspect of Rock n Roll, it gives you a great history in the way Soul music formed all around the World. Rock artists are also featured here. Good value for money & a nice place to check out. more

Oct 18, 2006
2/2 found this review helpful

The Museum is great if you want the history of Soul, it shows the roots all the way back to the black slaves, but the only Rock is Elvis. For old soul it is self guided with an audio commentry which also plays a lot of old songs through a juke box style selection. It is wheel chair accessable and... more

5 of 5 stars
Boston, Massachusetts
Mar 16, 2006
1/1 found this review helpful

Fantastic display of the true history of rock and roll. This is a must see for EVERYONE who listens to music. There is all this extra music you can listen to as you walk around the museum. Worth every penny and then some. more

Jul 21, 2005
10/10 found this review helpful

Was pleasantly surprised to see all of the Al Green memoribilia. Other than an Elvis jump suit, the American Bandstand podium is also located there (which I considered a Smithsonian quality item). So many awesome items, almost too many to recall. I would start here on your trip to Memphis, and then eat some BBQ on Beale Street, head over... more

Apr 12, 2005
5/5 found this review helpful

If you are going to Memphis and you are interested in Blues, Rock or Soul then don't miss this museum. I spent a half day in there and my Wife had to drag me out. more

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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum Address

191 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103
Tel: 901-205-2533 Fax: 901-205-2534