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National Civil Rights Museum
Best time to visit
Mornings on weekdays, right at opening, to avoid tour buses and school groups; late fall through early spring brings smaller crowds and cooler weather.
Budget tips
Typical adult admission is around $16-20, with discounts for seniors, students, and children; check the museum website for occasional free community days and timed-entry discounts or combo tickets with other Memphis attractions.
Recommended for
History buffs, Students and educators, Social justice travelers, Families with teens
Plan your visit
2-3 hours
About
Faits rapides: You can walk through immersive galleries that stitch together oral histories, original protest signs, and court documents so the civil rights struggle feels immediate and human. More than a million visitors have stood on the preserved motel balcony and explored interactive exhibits that use archival film, period audio, and tactile displays to bring stories to life.
Points forts: Step onto the preserved balcony of Room 306 and the dim lighting and faded motel paint make the moment shockingly real while a looping radio clip and eyewitness audio put you on the street where events unfolded. One little-known touch is a hands-on station with replica press passes and flyers under soft glass, accompanied by a 60-second excerpt from a 1963 speech that turns abstract history into a voice you can feel in the room.
Insider tips
- Buy timed-entry tickets online to skip the admission line and guarantee your slot on busy days.
- Start on the upper floors and work down so the exhibits follow the historical timeline without backtracking.
- Photography is permitted in most galleries; avoid flash and keep voices low near the Lorraine Motel and Room 306 memorial area.
- Wear comfortable shoes and plan for standing and walking, and allow quiet time in contemplative spaces.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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