Stax Museum of American Soul Music

Stax Museum of American Soul Music is a museum Memphis located in United States.

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    (901) 946-2535

  • Website

    staxmuseum.com

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Address

926 E McLemore Ave Memphis , TN 38106 United States

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Bobby Kennedy

The best music museum in Memphis. Traces the whole journey of Soul from its roots to the heights of the 60s and 70s. Recreated in the original Stax Records location.

Divya Mulanjur

I checked with a few locals and they recommended Staci museum over the rock n soul museum . Great place and lots to learn about the origins of soul music . The video in the beginning is also great.

Raquel

One of the best Memphis stops! Wether you like to read every line or walk through and dance it's a beautiful historical journey & landmark . And the proceeds go to the school attached!! Great cause! ❤️

Jennean E

The history and present of Stax are not to be missed. The museum is a a combination of fantastic music , interesting history and cool memorabilia . A Memphis must do for music lovers

Kim Ayers

Rubin Studdard music camp visited Stax on yesterday, had a blast! Our tour guide was fantastic and his love for music served us well . I have a better appreciation for Memphis musical roots.

Karen Johnson

I loved this museum !!! Very informative information in the establishment of Stax Records and Blues and Soul music in Memphis. A MUST visit tourist stop!!!

HISTORY

This museum is originally the home of the Stax Record Company which went bankrupt in 1976. The museum built in 2003 by anonymous philanthropists wanted to revitalize the surrounding community.

Lisa Heindel

Give yourself time to go through the entire museum - it's phenomenal and you don't want to rush and miss any of the history of this incredible music label.

Kerry Crawford

Take your future album cover photo in front of the mural on the east side of the building. Read more

Memphis Travel

Visiting Memphis for Black History Month? Stax is an excellent source of history about the rise of black music in Memphis. Stax artists include: Isaac Hayes , Otis Redding , Jean Knight and Sam & Dave.

Rob Anderson

One of the best museums I've been to in a while. Great building, great history. And the Isaac Hayes car trumps anything you will see at the Smithsonian.

K12 Inc

Did you know? Stax Records formed in 1959 and went on to launch the careers of such legendary artists as Otis Redding , Isaac Hayes , Sam & Dave, Wilson Pickett , Booker T, & the MGs, and many others. Read more

Nathan Kam

An incredible and moving experience for anyone who loves music . Not to mention, Isaac Hayes ' pimped out Cadillac on display is pretty damn sick.

TheUrbanDaily

Founded in 1957 as Satellite Records, the small record label founded by bro& sis, Jim Stewart and Estelle Axton, changes its name to Stax, & becomes a major player in the creation of the Southern soul Read more

Lisa W

My favorite museum I visited in Memphis. Isaac Hayes car is something every person needs to see in all its glory at least once in your life. Best car ever.

Kerry Crawford

Two things you have to do at Stax: 1. Dance on the Soul Train dance floor .2. Be appropriately reverent in front of Isaac Hayes ' car.

IFC

Once a recording studio for many of the great soul artists , this soul music museum is filled with the history and culture of soul music .

City Saver

Use your Memphis City Saver coupon to receive one free admission when a second admission of equal or greater value is purchased (up to $12 Value).

Jean-Paul Godmaire

I had no idea how rich with musical history Stax was, definitely worth the visit.

Paula Freire

A good way to learn more about Soul Music !

And Then You Die

It's a great museum , great music and the car park at the back is free

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Nathan Kam

If you're staying in the downtown area, the No. 4 MTA bus will get you close to all the main attractions down there.

Mia Dwi Mayanti

This museum is originally the home of the Stax Record Company which went bankrupt in 1976. The museum built in 2003 by anonymous philanthropists wanted to revitalize the surrounding community.

DIVINE Magazine

Music Inspires A Generation And The History Of Memphis Music Can Be Found At Stax. Wear Your Dancing Shoes !

Jimmy Smith

Great history, sketchy neighborhood ....

David Wagner

Take your time. There is a lot to see.

Duffy Laudick

I loved this place. I could still feel the energy in Studio A. A must visit!

Alex Dobyan

Lots of really cool insights to the story behind the music .

Jodi Hamilton

Allow at least 3 hours...soak up some soul..❤️ Isaac Hayes car .

The Grio

Check out where numerous legends got their start: Isaac Hayes , Otis Redding , the Staple Singers , Wilson Pickett - just to name a few. Read more

Reashun Gladney

The classic music & the history of it all.

Andy Imparato

Great museum , lots of cool stuff in gift shop

Steve Ross

$12 gets you a tour of some of my favorite Memphis Music . You'll be amazed at how many recognizable songs and musicians came out this label. Pretty awesome experience. Read more

Sam Davis

Admission is free on Tuesday's from 1-5 for local residents.

Memphis Travel

Make sure not to miss the Otis Redding : I've Got Dreams to Remember exhibit which is being showcased at Stax through March 31, 2012.

Soul Train

Explore the history of soul greats Isaac Hayes , Otis Redding , the Staple Singers , Wilson Pickett , Luther Ingram, and more.

Caroline

Visit Stax and fall in love with Memphis' Soul Music Heritage. See the bling-covered Cadillac previously owned by Mr. Hot Buttered Soul, Isaac Hayes

Jayy Wright

You HAVE to visit this place!!

Amanda Michelle Jones

Isaac Hayes ' gold-plated caddy is EVERYTHING!!! (No photos allowed)

Larry J. Odom

We went to sun and was most disappointed but this is and was by far a better tour money well spent

April Bowen

Very informative museum !

Homeless Bill

I think my favorite part of the American Soul museum is that they have Dick Cheney's unused soul on display.

Maura T.

Free for military and dependents until labor day.

Sergio Torres

Soul Music ????

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Jamie G

A must do while in Memphis

SPORTIQE

Fuel your retro desires with a Peace , Love, and Stax Tee. Read more

Kelly Price

Make sure get this tour in if you coming to Memphis, TN!!!

Jeremy Dickens

Great museum for music lovers! Read more

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