National Civil Rights Museum

Not to be missed when visiting Memphis. Prepare to spend a few hours in the museum and the former boarding house across the street. A fascinating, and somber, tour through African American history .

A must see in Memphis! Make sure to do the audio tour . There is so much to read and the subject matter is intense so the audio tour helps balance things out so that you don't miss anything.

After the multi-million dollar renovation, this museum looks AMAZING! The museum takes you on a time line from the shipping of slaves to the U.S., up to and continuing past the civil rights movement .

absolute must see in Memphis. They have preserved the motel and the room where MLK was shot. Learnt so much about the civil rights movement . The exhibits are engaging and very informative.

Really cool museum . Great exhibits to the Civil Rights movement especially in the Memphis area. Loved the garbage men strike exhibit . Outstanding.

Really well done. Highly recommend a visit to this museum . Take your time. Maybe takes 3 hours to totally see it all. But it's worth it.

Amazing museum . I felt like I was time traveling with the history and artifacts . It was great to learn this part of American history .

One of the best museums that I've visited! Don't miss the opportunity to come here and learn about black american history .

A great museum that will probably take 4 hours if you like to read and watch everything available. Very interactive and modern!

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It's a great deep dive into the Civil Rights movement . Further, you can see Martin Luther Kings' room. You feel like being back in time. Great!

Rather you're a history buff or not; make a point to visit this historic landmark in the heart of Downtown Memphis. Allow at least two hours for your visit for the full experience.

I like what they've done with the place. The museum is open every day except Tuesday, but they have nice interactive videos on the plaza outside that can be seen night or day.

Of hopes and dreams, of challenge and change. It is an American story. The museum is built around the former Lorraine Motel , where Martin Luther King was assassinated on April 4, 1968.

During the summer, the museum stays open until 6 p.m. instead of 5 p.m. Also, you can get in for free on most Mondays from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. with a Tennessee state I.D.

Learn amazing facts about civil rights history in America. Interestingly enough, the last resident of the Lorraine Motel is there daily. Take a tissue, though, it's an emotional rollercoaster .

The exhibits include a great amount of information and history on Civil Rights, but the moving documentary on MLK Jr. you cannot miss! There will be an announcement when the film is about to start!

A MUST visit tourist stop!!! Here you'll see the Lorraine Motel , where Dr. Martin Luther King was murdered by James Earl Ray , among other significant aspects of American history .

Incredible story, plan on 2-3 hours. Fascinating history of civil rights, Dr. King and his assassination.

give yourself a lot of time for this one. so much to see and so much information to go along with each artifact/exhibit. all interesting!

This museum was built around the former Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was assassinated on April 4th 1968. Construction of the museum began in 1987 and opened in 1991.

Very educational ! U get to watch a short film sponsored by Ford which is interesting. We get indepth knowledge on slavery with lots of pics.

If you are interested in the Civil Rights movement , the Lorraine Motel , now the National Civil Rights Museum, is a must-see. For other important landmarks , click below. Read more

A fantastic museum . It's huge but worth going through in detail.

An essential visit while in Memphis. Expertly takes you through the whole movement, all inside a tragically significant location.

Get the deal for this museum and the Staxx Soul museum . You save some money and get to check out two amazing historical spots in Memphis.

By far the most informational museum I've been to. Everyone that comes to Memphis needs to come here!

One of the BEST I've ever been to. You can't come to Memphis and not come here. Allow yourself 4 hours to see it all.

A must see. Every generation should visit this once. Learn and understanding history is needed to understand today.

Whether you're a history buff or not! Take two hours to explore the rich history of Memphis at the National Civil Rights Museum.

The Journey Of Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks & Other Civil Rights Leaders Is Captured So Powerfully In The National Civil Rights Museum. You'll Be Inspired To Make A Change In Your Community.

Rather you're a history buff or not! Take two hours to explore the rich history of Memphis at the National Civil Rights Museum.

Visiting for Black History Month? Check out the temp exhibit , For All The World To See: Visual Culture and the Struggle for Civil Rights, which examines the visual aspect of Southern race struggles

Fantastic experience and heartening that the facade survived to become a museum .

Be prepared to do a lot of reading. Worth visiting if you like history.

Did you know? The Lorraine was one of the few hotels where African American travelers could stay during segregation. Famous guests included Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding & Wilson Pickett. Read more

This museum was amazing! Do not miss this!

A must when n Memphis. Love it so much history. ????????????

Stunning exhibits in an iconic location. A shameful history brilliantly depicted.

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I love this place. A must see

biblical+arab and Native American art..Valued at 20,000.00 back in 1985. with the church of god and christ. It is documented in court in Hartford Court

Being here was so surreal for me!! It's like a piece of history stood still for us to see...however not in the best of times.

Be sure you have plenty of time!! So much to learn!!

Really cool, interactive museum . Told an amazing story of American history .

In April of 2004 I was honored to bring the Stanley Cup. Hockey is for everybody and this was for you Mr. Willie O'Ree!

This is an amazing place! Very recommended... leaves you speechless.

Amazing place !! this place touch us deeply !!

Lots of inspiring information, but not entirely kid-friendly. I wanted my sister to understand the history, but info wasn’t really simplified.

Main museum is closed until spring 2013 for renovations, but still lots of history to see.