Blues Hall of Fame, Memphis

Name: Blues Hall of Fame
Address: 421 S Main St, Memphis, 38103-4464, United States
Telephone: +1 901-527-2583

#13 among attractions in Memphis

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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The Blues Hall of Fame is a music museum located at 421 S. Main Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Initially, the "Blues Hall of Fame" was not a physical building, but a listing of people who have significantly contributed to blues music. Started in 1980 by the Blues Foundation, it honors people who have performed, recorded, or documented blues. The actual building for the hall opened to the public on May 8, 2015. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°8'6"N, 90°3'32"W

Address

421 S Main StDowntown Memphis (South Main)Memphis 38103-4464 United States

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+1 901-527-2583

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Blues Hall of Fame – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: FedExForum, National Civil Rights Museum, AutoZone Park, Beale Street.

0.5 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
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History of the racial equality movement
National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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0.5 miNE
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Beale Street, Memphis
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~1760 ftW
Park
Tom Lee Park, Memphis
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Church, Historical place, Sacred and religious sites
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Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Memphis
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0.5 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Shopping centre
Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, Memphis
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1.3 miN
Sport, Sport venue
Memphis Cook Convention Center, Memphis
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Blues Hall of Fame open?

Blues Hall of Fame is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Blues Hall of Fame?

Nearby attractions include National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis (3 min walk), South Main Arts District, Memphis (3 min walk), Memphis Railroad and Trolley Museum, Memphis (5 min walk), Downtown Memphis, Memphis (7 min walk).

How to get to Blues Hall of Fame by public transport?

The nearest stations to Blues Hall of Fame:

Tram

Huling • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (2 min walk)
Butler • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (2 min walk)

Train

Memphis Central Station (6 min walk)