Galleries & Museums
Tennessee boasts a vibrant cultural scene with numerous galleries and museums that celebrate the state's rich history, art, and music. In Nashville, the Frist Art Museum is a hub for rotating exhibitions, showcasing everything from classical masterpieces to contemporary works. Music enthusiasts will find the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville particularly captivating, with exhibits that delve into the history and impact of country music. Over in Memphis, the National Civil Rights Museum, located at the Lorraine Motel, offers powerful insights into the civil rights movement, making it a must-visit for those interested in American history. The Pink Palace Museum in Memphis provides a fascinating blend of natural history, science, and local history exhibits. Art lovers can explore the Hunter Museum of American Art in Chattanooga, which features an impressive collection of American art housed in a stunning location overlooking the Tennessee River. Whether you're drawn to fine art, history, or music, Tennessee's galleries and museums offer enriching experiences that reflect the state's diverse cultural heritage.
Creative Discovery Museum
The Creative Discovery Museum in Chattanooga, Tennessee, is a must-visit destination for families and children who love to explore and learn through hands-on experiences.
Frist Art Museum
Children's Museum of Memphis
Hands-on children's museum with 30+ interactive exhibits including a 1909 Carousel and art studio.
Tina Turner Museum
Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum
Take a trip back in time, to a slower-paced era when railroad travel was a way of life. Relive the romance of the rails when vintage trains provided an escape from the everyday routine.
Sun Studio
Take a guided tour of the most famous recording studio in the world, the Legendary Sun Studio, the "Birthplace of Rock ‘n' Roll," where the blending of blues and country music exploded in the big bang of rock ‘n' roll heard around the world. Founder Sam Phillips, a self-taught producer, didn't know the rules, so he broke them all, blending musical styles, cranking up that amp and using lots of echo to create a new kind of music that rocked the world.Then came a shy teenager with a cheap guitar, a kid with big hair and the unlikely name of Elvis. He had a little fun with a tune called "That's All Right," that sounded like no blues song ever before.Add Jerry Lee Lewis, pounding the piano like a madman; Carl Perkins, with his one-of-a-kind rhythm licks; and Johnny Cash, who blended country and pop music like no one ever had. With that group, you have not only a world-shaking musical revolution but also the basis of an award-winning Broadway Show, The Million Dollar Quartet. We offer a free shuttle to and from Graceland.
Memphis Rock-n-Soul Museum
The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum’s exhibition about the birth of rock and soul music involves much more than guitars and drumsticks.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
The legacy of Stax Records is a unique one that spans more than half a century. Stax Records is critical in American music history as it's one of the most popular soul music record labels of all time.
Elvis Presley’s Graceland
Take an unforgettable journey through the most famous rock ‘n’ roll residence in the world. Explore the personal life of Elvis Presley and learn how his revolutionary style and unique sound changed the face of popular music and culture forever.
Museum of Science & History - Memphis
Inspire discovery through collecting, preserving, and interpreting the cultural histories and natural sciences that shape our region.
