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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

191 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103
901-205-2533
Ranked #14 of 84 attractions in Memphis
4.0 of 5 stars 138 Reviews
Type: Specialty 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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Dallas, Texas
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 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 May 18, 2012 NEW

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 May 15, 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 May 12, 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 May 11, 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
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 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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Sault Ste. Marie, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 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
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 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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Garland
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8 reviews 8 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

This was a fun place to go.... lots of neat things, enjoyed every minute....it is a must see if you are a rock n roll person and a soul person More

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Des Moines
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012
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This museum might not pack the same influence as Sun Studios, Graceland, or the Civil Rights museum, but the music that is available to listen to is fantastic. A person should find a place to sit and just listen to the old recordings, many of which are very hard to find today. This is a wonderful way to finish off... More

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