Memphis, Tennessee
The National Civil Rights Museum is located at the historic Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination in 1968. It is a profound cultural institution dedicated to the history of the American civil rights movement.
The museum chronicles the struggle for civil rights from the 17th century to the present day through interactive exhibits and historic artifacts. Key exhibits include the preserved motel room where Dr. King stayed and a bus from the Montgomery Bus Boycott.
Visitors can take a self-guided tour through the powerful exhibits, learn about key figures and events in the movement, and reflect on the legacy of Dr. King and the ongoing fight for equality.