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Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum

191 Beale St, Memphis, TN 38103 (Midtown)
901-205-2533
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Ranked #12 of 78 attractions in Memphis
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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Newark, Delaware
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

We where there on a day with several camp or school groups, so it was a bit crowded, but the headsets let you go at your own pace and learn about exhibits of interest to you. It is a mixed bag of costumes, guitars and other memorabilia, but nicely presented and worth the trip. Right off Beale Street.

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Bloomington, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 15, 2013 NEW

Music buffs of all ages will love this tour. There are stops throughout the tour where you can stop and just enjoy the music of the era. The collection of memorabalia is impressive and the historical accuracy is what you would expect from a museum affiliated with the Smithsonian. Expect to spend a couple of hours just because if you... More

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welling
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

Reasonable cost and a self guided tour with headphones so you select what you want to find out about. Can take photos just not flash.

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Langley, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 13, 2013 NEW

This is a well curated experience offering a history of the Blues and related regional music styles that is a treat for both the eye and ears. There is an introductory video. They provide earphones to use for additional information at each exhibit. Take as long as you like to learn and listen to the music! The staff was very... More

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Arkansas
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 8, 2013 via mobile

This was a neat way to spend an hour of our Saturday in Memphis. We appreciated the history lesson and all of the music. That said, I could've learned just as much reading Wikipedia and saved $22 (admission for two).

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Merseyside
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 7, 2013

Even if you weren't a music fan I think you would find this place interesting as it gives a good insite into culture

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Minot, North Dakota, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 3, 2013

Due to rainy afternoon in Memphis, we were looking for an indoor option for the afternoon & decided to check out Rock'n'Soul. It was so worth the small admission price--very well done---provided a historical walk through such an important musical time in the US. What a fun way to develop a deeper/greater appreciation for multiple genres of music. Our kids... More

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Stockport,England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

had a very pleasant couple of hours in here. It tied in all the musical threads that make this a centre of excellence in the world of music. It doesnt matter if you are country, soul, blues or anything else, this explains how it all came to be and is lnked together. Great staff too, very friendly and genuinely seemed... More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 30, 2013 via mobile

This was a very informative tour of the history or blues, memphis, Beale street, and Elvis. This is a self guided audio tour, so don't expect a tour guide. If you stay and listen to everything, you'll be there for hours and hours. Seating and places to rest are limited, so make sure you have energy if you want to... More

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Harrison Township, Michigan, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

Very well done. Good introduction to set the stage, lots of neat memorabilia. Lots of opportunities to listen to music as you go through the museum.

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