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National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is a Tennessee attraction in Memphis, in our Memphis & West Tennessee region. A museum built around the former Lorraine Motel that tells the story of the American civil rights movement. Hours, prices and rules below were read from the official site on October 30, 2026; prices change, so confirm before you go.
- Prices$25 and upsee the list below
- HoursListed belowas the site prints them
- ParkingFreeon-site details below
- DogsSee rulesbelow
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About National Civil Rights Museum at The Lorraine Motel
A museum built around the former Lorraine Motel that tells the story of the American civil rights movement.
- Permanent galleries and changing galleries
- A Legacy Experience
- Smithsonian Affiliate, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums
- World Peace Flame Monument Site
National Civil Rights Museum at The Lorraine Motel Hours
Hours in a day
- OpenWed–Sun9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Days of the week today is outlined
- Closed Tuesdays, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Hours extended Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day (summer times not given)
Bars that fade start at sunrise or end at sunset or dark, which move with the season. The full hours, word for word, are in the list below.
- Open Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; last ticket sold at 5:15 PM
- Closed Tuesdays, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day
- Open on MLK Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day and Labor Day
- Hours extended Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day (summer times not given)
Source: official hours page, read October 30, 2026.
Admission and Prices
- Adult $25
- Senior (65+) $23
- College student $23
- Child (5-17) $22
- Price for children under 5 not listed
- Timed tickets, sold online only, no refunds
- Free for Tennessee residents Mondays from 3:00 PM until closing with a state-issued ID (one adult and up to five children); not valid on holidays or special events (including MLK Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day) and not for groups
Source: official prices page, read October 30, 2026. Prices change; confirm at checkout.
Parking
Free parking for museum guests; turn north on Mulberry Street from G.E. Patterson Avenue to reach the visitor lot.
Dogs and Accessibility
- Dogs: Animals are not allowed in the museum except service animals.
- Accessibility: Page links to an accessibility section; details not confirmed; check with the venue.
Directions and Contact
- Address450 Mulberry Street, Memphis, TN 38103
- Phone(901) 521-9699
- Map point35.13460,-90.05788. Directions in Google Maps
- Official sitecivilrightsmuseum.org
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- 1Sun StudioAttractionabout 1 mi
- 2Stax Museum of American Soul MusicAttractionabout 2 mi
- 3T.O. Fuller State ParkState Parkabout 6 mi
- 4GracelandAttractionabout 6 mi
- 5Meeman-Shelby Forest State ParkState Parkabout 14 mi
- 6Fort Pillow State Historic ParkState Historic Parkabout 36 mi
Straight-line distances between map points, not driving miles. Dots sit in their true compass direction; distance is stretched near the middle so close neighbors stay readable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel cost?
Adult $25 Prices change; confirm on the official page.
What are the hours at National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel?
Open Monday and Wednesday through Sunday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; last ticket sold at 5:15 PM
Where do I park at National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel?
Free parking for museum guests; turn north on Mulberry Street from G.E. Patterson Avenue to reach the visitor lot.
Are dogs allowed at National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel?
Animals are not allowed in the museum except service animals.
What We Could Not Verify
- The page also shows '9:00 AM – 6:00 PM' in one spot, conflicting with 5 PM; confirm
- Summer extended hours not given
- Price for children under 5, building size and accessibility details not stated
- Some figures differ from what we recorded on October 18, 2026; the figures above are the ones the official page shows now.
Sources
- National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel: official site (read 2026-10-30)
- National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel: hours (read 2026-10-30)
Last checked October 30, 2026 by the It’s Tennessee editor. Spot something out of date? Tell us.
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