National Civil Rights Museum
4.9(13,374)4.9 out of 5 stars, 13374 reviews Memphis, TN
About National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum offers a profound educational experience that immerses visitors in the history of civil rights in America, making it a unique destination for families looking to teach their children about social justice and history.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families wanting to educate their children about civil rightsSchool field tripsCultural and historical enrichmentRecommended for children aged 10 and up due to the complex themes of racism and oppression
Why families love it
- Clean and well laid out museum
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Variety of multimedia exhibits including videos and audio recordings
- Gift shop with memorabilia
- Immersive exhibits that combine history with modern civil rights issues
- Rotating gallery featuring lesser-known civil rights activists
Insider tips
- Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds
- Plan for at least 2-3 hours to explore the museum thoroughly
- Encourage older children to engage with the material for a deeper understanding
Good to know before you go
- Weekends when the museum is likely to be crowded
- Can get crowded on weekends
- Requires a significant time commitment (2-3 hours) to fully appreciate the exhibits
- Crowds
- Crowded on weekends; weekdays are recommended for a quieter experience
- Value
- Ticket prices are not mentioned, but the experience is described as invaluable for understanding American history, with good value compared to other educational venues.
- Food
- No specific food or drink policies mentioned, but likely not allowed inside the museum
- Accessibility
- No specific accommodations mentioned in reviews, but the staff is noted to be helpful
- Safety
- Staff is described as welcoming and assertive regarding security
What parents say
"What a lovely piece of history in the heart of downtown Memphis, Tennessee! The National Civil Rights Museum is such an educational and informative as well as eye opening experience. It reflects upon racism and oppression in American from the beginning to present. To visit the Lorraine motel, which was the death place of MLK JR. was just so humble and inspiring. Each time I go to Memphis, I pay a visit here to see what is new. The museum is very clean and well laid out. The staff are all kind and friendly and helpful. Getting tickets is not a problem. You can just walk in and get them. Ther"
a week ago
"Visiting this museum feels like a true American rite of passage. If someone who's been tries to describe it to you, I'd gently suggest asking them to hold off – the immersive experience is best discovered firsthand. Trust me, just go and let it unfold."
2 weeks ago
"The staff is both welcoming and assertive regarding security, overall experience, and professionalism. I can't say enough about this place! New renovations are coming soon, and I can't wait to visit again. There is a great balance between history and current contributors as well as a rotating gallery that features civil rights activists that are lesser known to the general public but contributed no less to the movement. Hats off and stay chiseled!"
a week ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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