National Civil Rights Museum

National museum · South Main Arts District

7

@travelleisure

U.S. Road Trips That Honor and Celebrate Black History

"Located at the Lorraine Motel where Dr. King was assassinated in 1968, this museum honors and preserves his legacy through immersive exhibits, art collections, and special programming that trace the broader struggle for civil rights in the United States." - Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins is a travel and lifestyle writer with an extensive background in digital journalism. Her work has been published in Travel + Leisure, Departures, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/black-history-road-trips-around-the-us

450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103 Get directions

civilrightsmuseum.org

7 Postcards

See full details

More Places For You

Beale Street Entertainment District

Tourist attraction · Downtown

Iconic music street with blues clubs, bars, shops, and food

2 Postcards

Payne's Bar-B-Que

Barbecue restaurant · Cooper-Young

Acclaimed chopped pork sandwiches & smoked sausage, mustard slaw

6 Postcards

Metal Museum

Museum · Memphis

Metalwork exhibits, blacksmith demos, river views, sculpture garden

2 Postcards

The Ginger’s Bread & Co.

Bakery · Midtown

Bakery offering Parisian croissants, challah, cookies, gifts

0 Postcards

17 Berkshire Bakery, Coffee, & Tea

Bakery · Overton Square

Pastries, macarons, cakes, coffee, tea, and afternoon tea.

3 Postcards

Slice of Soul

Pizza restaurant · Midtown

Pizza, wings, karaoke & great service in a friendly vibe

1 Postcard

Memphis Farmers Market

Farmers' market · South End

Fresh produce, local crafts, food trucks & live music

2 Postcards

Starbucks

Coffee shop · Memphis

Cafe serving breakfast bites, Wi-Fi, and drive-thru service

1 Postcard

Sugar Grits

Restaurant · Downtown

Generous portions of homestyle Southern cuisine, known for delicious grits.

1 Postcard

Hu. Hotel

Hotel · Beale Street

Stylish hotel with river views, hip restaurant & rooftop bar

4 Postcards