- Address: 450 Mulberry Street, Memphis 38103-4214, USA
- Hours: Mon, Wed - Sat: 9am - 5pm (opens at 1pm on Sundays). Closed Tuesdays, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Dec 24 - 25, and Jan 1
- Admission: Adults: US$13, Children(4-17yrs): US$9.50
Memphis National Civil Rights Museum
Built around the former Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968, the National Civil Rights Museum immediately emits its cultural and historical significance to all who visit. The museum tells the story of African-American's struggle for independence and equality, dating from the arrival of the first Africans to the British colonies in 1619 to King's assassination.
A walk through the museum offers a sense of the nation's tumultuous legacy regarding the civil rights of African-Americans. Exhibits chronicle some of the most important episodes of the Civil Rights Movement, including the landmark Brown v. Board of Education decision, the Little Rock Nine, Montgomery Bus Boycotts, and the famous Sit-Ins of the 1960s. Whether or not you are familiar with the history of the civil rights movement, the museum is a powerful testament to the sacrifices that ordinary Americans made in the name of freedom and equality for all.
Practical Info
The museum is located in the southern part of Memphis, and is a very short drive from most locations.
Tours & Tickets
Memphis African American Heritage Tour With Transportation
On the Memphis African American Heritage Tour, you'll visit two historical locations in Memphis- the National Civil Rights Museum and the Burkle Estate ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 5 hours (approx.)
Memphis City Tour with Optional Graceland Admission
See top Memphis attractions on this narrated sightseeing tour that takes you along the Mississippi River. Pass Victorian homes, historical statues and cultural ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Memphis Mojo Music Bus Tour
The Home of the Blues comes alive aboard Memphis' only Music Bus! Real Memphis musicians will show you the sights, make you laugh, and perform the music that ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 1.5 or 3 hours
Memphis Coach Tour including Rock and Soul Museum
Explore downtown Memphis on a guided tour with fascinating commentary from a local guide. The city’s history comes to life as you learn about sights such ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
City of Memphis Tour
Our professional, humorous guide will help you discover Memphis. Explore what Memphis has to offer the world with us. Discover our Musical and ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 3 hours (approx.)
Downtown Memphis Food Tour
You'll savor tastings at five popular eateries, interact with chefs and managers and sample a range of local flavors. Between bites, you'll learn about ... Read more
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
