Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis

Name: Stax Museum of American Soul Music
Address: 926 E McLemore Ave, Memphis, 38106-3338, United States
Telephone: +1 901-261-6338

#15 among attractions in Memphis

Museum, Specialty museum, History museum

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Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis

Facts and practical information

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music is a museum located in Memphis, Tennessee, at 926 East McLemore Avenue, the former location of Stax Records. It is operated by the Soulsville Foundation, which also operates the adjacent Stax Music Academy and The Soulsville Charter School, all located on one campus. ()

Established: 2003 (21 years ago)Coordinates: 35°6'57"N, 90°1'52"W

Address

926 E McLemore AveSouth Memphis (South Memphis Alliance)Memphis 38106-3338 United States

Contact

+1 901-261-6338

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Day trips

Stax Museum of American Soul Music – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Elmwood Cemetery, Mason Temple, First Baptist Church, Second Congregational Church.

0.4 miN
Cemetery
Elmwood Cemetery, Memphis
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1.1 miW
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Playground
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1.2 miNW
Church
First Baptist Church, Memphis
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0.4 miNW
Church
Second Congregational Church, Memphis
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1.1 miNE
Forts and castles
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0.4 miN
Botanical garden
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0.7 miSE
Park
Jesse H Turner Park, Memphis
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1.1 miE
Greek Revival architecture
Eli Rayner House, Memphis
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1.5 miNE
Tudor Revival architecture
Robert M. Carrier House, Memphis
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Stax Museum of American Soul Music open?

Stax Museum of American Soul Music is open:

Monday closed
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 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Stax Museum of American Soul Music?

Nearby attractions include Second Congregational Church, Memphis (11 min walk), Elmwood Cemetery, Memphis (11 min walk), Carlisle S. Page Arboretum, Memphis (12 min walk), Jesse H Turner Park, Memphis (19 min walk).