Memphis
Beale Street, the famous entertainment district of Memphis; (c) erniedecker/iS
A black culture destination par excellence, Memphis boasts the National Civil Rights Museum, an HBCU, black theatre, barbecue, rib-sticking Soul Food, and Soul Music culture that have enriched the world.
History
A Black millionaire saved the city after an 1878 epidemic nearly killed it
Cultural Sites
The National Civil Rights Museum and STAX Museum should highlight your itinerary
Restaurants & Nightclubs
The city’s soulful dining options intersect Tennessee, Arkansas, and Mississippi traditions
Memphis Barbecue
Memphis Barbecue tradition is pork-based and best expressed at Memphis in May Festival
A Neely Interstate BBQ plate; (c) Dave Darnell/Memphis CVB
Memphis Food & Music by Cuisine Noir Magazine
Here’s another look at the city’s Food and Music by our partner
Historic Sites
Auction Square, Burkle Estate Slavehaven, and WDIA Ratio Station will stir your emotions
The Last Days of MLK
A chapter in understanding Black Culture must include Dr. King’s days here
Beale Street
Few streets in America instantly conjure up good times like Beale
Thomas Dorsey of Soul Of America at STAX Records Museum
Rock n’ Roll
The backstory is as complex as it is interesting for this Black-invented music genre
STAX Records Impact on Soul Music
STAX ranks with Motown for meteoric impact uplifting Black Music
General Attractions
Graceland continues to hold magnetic appeal to Elvis Presley fans
Family Attractions
One unique attraction is Mud Island River Park along the Mississippi
Shops & Galleries
Most attractive hops are sprinkled along Main Street and Beale Street
Temple of Deliverance Church Of God In Christ, Memphis; (c) Soul Of America
Places of Worship
Temple of Deliverance Church of God in Christ is a must visit for devoted Christians
Arts
Rock & Soul Museum is an amalgam of Southern Music and heritage for all ages
Blues and Early R&B
Notable legends elevated the city to international music status
Trivia & Famous Residents
Famous Black residents don’t get much bigger than BB King and Isaac Hayes