Inside the museum, you’ll find seven expansive galleries showcasing instruments, costumes, photographs, artifacts, and exhibits. Learn about the civil rights movement, historic Beale Street and how the sounds of Memphis inspired people. A comprehensive audio guide offers five hours of commentary and 100 songs to enhance the museum experience.
Travelers with an interest in music history can visit the museum as part of a guided music tour that stops at other Memphis musical attractions, such as Sun Studio, Stax Museum of American Soul Music, and the Memphis Music Hall of Fame. Some sightseeing tours of downtown Memphis also include museum admission, along with stops at other top attractions, like Beale Street and the Lorraine Motel.