Explore the true story of how tragedy inspired greatness at the National Civil Rights Museum. Built around the balcony of the Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968, this museum transformed the infamous location into one of hope and celebration. Exhibits at the museum cover American civil rights from 1619 to the present day, including exhibits on Dr. King, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, Little Rock's school integration and much more. Explore on your own or take an audio-guided tour through this uplifting and emotional museum.
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I was so moved and amazed at the museum it really makes you think and it makes you realize alot of things that I didn't realize before.I really was inspired by it. Good job Memphis.
-Nancy Stevens, Marion,Indiana
