Educate all members of your family about fire safety and how to survive a fire at the Fire Museum of Memphis. Besides learning these techniques, you can also explore the turn-of-the-century firehouse and learn about the history of the Memphis fire department. Climb on a fire truck, slide down the fire pole and try on firefighter gear.
Long live the King! Visit Graceland, the mansion and estate of Rock ‘n Roll legend Elvis Presley. This white columned mansion currently serves as a museum, and offers visitors the chance to get a glimpse of how the King of Rock ‘n Roll lived after his rise to fame. Take a narrated tour as you sneak a peak at the Jungle Room, the Music Room and the car museum/garage. Elvis Week in August is the perfect time to dust off your blue suede shoes, coif your hair and don your best white suit. Located across from Graceland mansion, this festival features recorded music from the legend himself, as well as performances by a variety of Elvis impersonators.
Step back in time on your shopping excursion at Flashback. This eclectic vintage and consignment shop is known as Memphis's Vintage Department Store. This clean and classy store offers the best in vintage furnishing, accessories and clothing at reasonable prices. Whether your tastes run elegant or funky, you are sure to find something from the 1920's, 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's or even 90's that you will enjoy.
See the Memphis Grizzlies roar at the FedExForum. Part of the NBA, the Grizzlies represent the only major North American Sports League in Memphis. This newly competitive sports team promises a fun game for fans. Deck yourself out in Beale Street Blue and Grizzlies Gold, and bare your claws for these bears!