National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis

Name: National Civil Rights Museum
Address: 450 Mulberry St, Memphis, 38103-4214, United States
Telephone: +1 901-521-9699

#5 among attractions in Memphis

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum, Historical place, More...

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Facts and practical information

The National Civil Rights Museum is a complex of museums and historic buildings in Memphis, Tennessee; its exhibits trace the history of the civil rights movement in the United States from the 17th century to the present. The museum is built around the former Lorraine Motel, which was the site of the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. in 1968; King died at St. Joseph's Hospital. Two other buildings and their adjacent property, also connected with the King assassination, have been acquired as part of the museum complex. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°8'4"N, 90°3'27"W

Address

450 Mulberry StDowntown Memphis (South Main)Memphis 38103-4214 United States

Contact

+1 901-521-9699

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Day trips

National Civil Rights Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: FedExForum, AutoZone Park, Beale Street, Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum.

0.5 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
FedExForum, Memphis
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0.7 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
AutoZone Park, Memphis
19 min walk • AutoZone Park is a Minor League Baseball stadium located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, and is home to the Memphis Redbirds of the International League and Memphis 901 FC of the USL Championship.
0.5 miNE
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Beale Street, Memphis
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0.5 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Memphis
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~450 ftNW
Modern exhibits on blues music
Blues Hall of Fame, Memphis
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0.4 miW
Park
Tom Lee Park, Memphis
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0.6 miNE
Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
Beale Street Baptist Church, Memphis
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0.5 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Memphis
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0.5 miN
Museum, Art museum, Shopping centre
Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, Memphis
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0.4 miN
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Orpheum Theatre, Memphis
11 min walk • The Orpheum Theatre, a 2,308-seat venue listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, on the southwest corner of the intersection of South Main and Beale streets.
0.6 miN
Museum, History museum, Historical place
The Cotton Museum, Memphis
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Civil Rights Museum open?

National Civil Rights Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Civil Rights Museum?

Nearby attractions include Blues Hall of Fame, Memphis (3 min walk), South Main Arts District, Memphis (3 min walk), Army Park, Memphis (3 min walk), Memphis Railroad and Trolley Museum, Memphis (5 min walk).

How to get to National Civil Rights Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Civil Rights Museum:

Tram

Huling • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (3 min walk)
Butler • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (3 min walk)

Train

Memphis Central Station (6 min walk)