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About Rock N Soul Museum
The Rock N Soul Museum sits in the heart of downtown Memphis, inside the FedExForum complex at 191 Beale Street, Suite 100. Open daily 10:00 am–5:00 pm with final admission around 4:15 pm, this museum and gallery space honors the music that shaped the city and the nation. Whether you’re visiting for a Smithonian-inspired exhibit like Birth of Rock ’n’ Soul or Rock ’n’ Soul: Social Crossroads, you’ll find engaging displays, a comfortable gallery setup, and options for private events. We’ve got you covered with practical details on parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining choices to plan your visit with ease.
Note: Public seating charts aren’t published; typical gallery setups accommodate up to 150 seated or 200 standing for events. If you’re planning a group visit or private rental, we can help you secure the right configuration and admission timing.
Parking around Beale Street is convenient with multiple garages and lots. The 250 Peabody Place Garage is a popular option, along with Beale Street-area facilities. Downtown Memphis is well-served by MATA transit, with regular downtown bus routes. MATA trolley service has been suspended through the 2024–2026 period, so plan for bus routes or rideshare as your reliable transit option. Nearby hotels offer comfortable stays for visitors wanting to combine museum time with dining and nightlife. Affiliate partners include The Westin Beale Street, Hampton Inn & Suites Beale Street, The Peabody Memphis, and DoubleTree by Hilton Memphis—perfect for easy, bookable stays after your gallery visit or event. For private events, the Rock N Soul Museum offers exclusive rental opportunities with flexible setups to suit your needs.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 191 Beale Street, Suite 100, Memphis, TN 38103.
- Venue type: Museum / gallery space (Rock 'n' Soul Museum) within the FedExForum complex.
- Capacity for events: standing 200; seating 150.
- Seating chart: public seating chart not published; capacity shown refers to typical gallery setups (up to 150 seated).
- Hours: Open daily 10:00 am – 5:00 pm; final admission around 4:15 pm.
- Parking: multiple nearby garages/lots; recommended options include 250 Peabody Place Garage and other Beale Street-area facilities.
- Transit: served by downtown MATA buses; MATA trolley service has been suspended (status as of 2024–2026).
- Nearby hotels: The Westin Beale Street, Hampton Inn & Suites Beale Street, The Peabody Memphis, DoubleTree by Hilton Memphis.
- Notable events: Smithsonian-based exhibitions like 'Birth of Rock 'n' Soul' and 'Rock 'n' Soul: Social Crossroads'; private event rentals available.