Humble and incredible museum experience at the corner of College and McLemore in Memphis, Tennessee. If youve not heard of that intersection, youll know all about it after youve toured this landmark.Stax Records launched the careers of some of the most talented and important soul, R&B and gospel music performers of the 60s and early 70s.I wont give away any of the surprises, but if youre a music fan, prepare to be impressed. I guarantee you will not be disappointed.If you like to see and read everything like I do, youll want to allow for about two hours.Moderately priced, super friendly staff, and immaculately clean and well maintained exhibits.Dont forget to kick in a few extra bucks for the foundation next door, which helps kids that come from some pretty difficult situations to learn and master their musical expression. In some cases music may be the only hope for some of those kids to lift themselves to their dreams. Especially when the musical arts have been all but eliminated in the public schools.If youre in Memphis, this is a MUST SEE! Have fun!

You start out watching a film and then exit out behind the walls of all the amazing walls of the beginning of music life back then. I love the soul train floor part because growing up sitting on the floor glued to the tv bring back memories. Great place to visit in Memphis

I really enjoyed the Stax Museum!! The film you watch at the beginning is informative and the music in it makes you want to sing along and get your groove on. The part you walk through after the film is so cool. You have to check out the Cadillac!I hope you guys go and check out the museum. My nephew and I thoroughly enjoyed it and I think you will, too.

I visited on 5/9/2020. Beautiful museum. Pretty big FREE parking lot. Pictures from inside dont do it justice. Justin Timberlake was here last month. Elvis Presley recorded his first song here. Masks are still required.

This place is so dope!!!! OMG I LOVE THIS PLACE. So much information. If you love music, this is a place you NEED to visit

This is a great place to go and learn about the history of soul music and black history at the same time. I think everyone need to check this place out.

The story of collaboration and feeling of family and the GREAT music made in that studio is 2nd to none. They are still passing on that sense of family to the students involved in their musical programs. My favorite attraction in Memphis. Also the staff went above and beyond for us. Well done Stax.

If you want to walk through these hallowed halls of Booker T. and the MGs, Isaac Hayes, Rufus Thomas, and Sam and Dave, etc...you will not be disappointed. It is a replica...but you get the idea. It was a theater and magic was made there. Cool.

This place is amazing. If you like music at all, you will enjoy this place. So much history! It’s really impressive.

Amazing museum! A definite must see locale for music lovers!

The staff’s attitude was very funky! My first time going there and they changed my excitement into “another time maybe “......

As a music lover and musician I can say this is one of the coolest places Ive ever been.

A museum to visit to learn about one of Americas top music genres. Youll learn about the history of soul in Memphis and its impact on the nation.

It was a great experience the only thing is I couldnt buy souvenirs because they only accept credit cards and I had a debit card

This is a small but very detailed museum. Learning about the boundary-breaking work of black and white artists, producers, engineers, and owners was incredible.One of the most incredible parts was leaning about the decline and end of Stax records and of the business and name. Its phenomenal that its been restored to inform the next generation of what Memphis has helped do for the world.

Very rich historical information. Everyone who visits Memphis that isnt from Memphis should go to this place especially if you love music. All Is Well

Just a phenomenal experience for any American music buff like me. A+

For me, this was worth the $13 just to see Isaac Hayes special edition Cadillac El Dorado. Seriously...thats all it took. As a bonus, you get to walk through the studio where the likes of Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Booker T. & the MGs, Sam and Dave,, and others recorded. Its enough to make your hair stand on end if you love soul music at all.

Nice historical place. The museum gives you an idea of how impactful the studio was on the music industry and the city of Memphis.

As a huge fan of Northern Soul, this was near the top of my things to do in Memphis. Large parking lot at rear of premises and a very reasonable entry fee of around $13. It did not disappoint. Excellent displays of stage outfits and the vinyl wall of fame and Isaac Hayes gold plated Cadillac were spectacular. Loved this place and bought some great items from the store.

I was so impressed with the history of Stax recording studio, the amazing history of the artists and impact of this wonderful place, I can’t imagine what the world would of been without the influences that were developed here. It was a special place and it is sad that it didn’t last, it’s legacy lives on with the Stax Charter school, spreading out more music and developing new young people

Learned so much Music History

It was full of history but they were having technical issues and couldnt take cards. But other than that it was really nice.

Amazing museum telling the history of this famed record label. Plan to spend at least 1.5 hours here. There’s sooo much to see!

Carve out some time to see this place. This place will have you dancing and learning to music history

Amazing museum dedicated to preserving and furthering the tradition of Soul music and how the studio that once stood there added to the world. Definitely a stop for anyone that loves music and is in Memphis.

I love the Stax Label artists and their amazing catalog of awesome songs! On my bucket list to visit! I love visiting their website frequently!

This place was amazing ! So much history and music. You learn so much and take a trip back in history to one of the most important times in our nation. Definitely have to visit this place when you come. One on my bucket list of travels.

This place is filled with very soulful memorabilias.

Amazing! I think most would spend less than hour here, bit I spent 4 hours. I could have spent more. Its more than a museum for Stax, its basically a museum of soul music, recordings, radio, community and so much more. Just when you think you have seen it all, you turn the corner and there is more. There is even a dance floor! So much fun.

It was such a fun experience, everyone is very nice and entertaining here!! Highly recommend, so much good history from this place!!

So much history here. Definitely needs to be a full day trip to see it all. So blessed to have visited here and experience a piece of history.

I grew up with soul music on TV and radio. The music, the singing and lyrics never cease to move me.

Worth it! The staff is great and super friendly My husband and I are music fans and this was a must see!

Fantastic museum and experience highlighting some of the greatest music and artists from the last 50 years. The exhibit’s and music was a highlight of our weekend in Memphis.It’s also worth noting that Aretha Franklin and Booker T Jones’s childhood homes are nearby as well and worth a glimpse after your visit.

Legendary soul music record label. The studio and museum has been rebuild on the old site. Great historic museum of legendary Memphis music history. A must see!

#I love Stax Museum I visited Stax Museum today home of Memphis music

What a wonderful NEW BABY in MY MEMPHIS! ( just what the ancestors who purposed this jewel ordered-- Thank you Ms.Parker for your vision and your knowledge and thank you staff for allowing me to be a part of the community conversation! Now lets get the work done!

A must see for music lovers!

I am a music fanatic so this was perfect for me. I was dancing throughout this place. Probably embarrassed my son but that’s what moms are suppose to do. This museum was great!!

Nice museum, would just be good to have more music related to the musicians introduced and less text

This is an excellent museum and I learned a lot about the artist who recorded there.

Awesome place! A treasure trove of Memphis Music history. If you love the wonder sounds of the 50s and 60s, or appreciate the roots of music, this is a must see/hear!

To was a good day to retrace a bit of Memphis history if you are into oldschool come visit all the greats have been here to record so many hits.

Loved this place..a must see if your a real soul music fan....

If you love soul music and history, this is the place to go. Also has an amazing gift shop thats worth checking out at the end.

Im not a Memphis native, so Im still a tourist. Stax is very nice, family-friendly museum. I learned quite a bit about musicians and Memphis music history that Ive never known. The dance floor, information and music playing throughout makes for a very enjoyable experience.

Overall a decent way to waste an afternoon. The museum starts strong, but quickly loosed its luster. Dont get me wrong it has great material to work with and good history, but the museum as a museum is disjointed and self contradictory. It lacks a consistent narrative and is sometimes self contradictory. If you can read through the poor presentation, there is good history here.

I went to Stax store. GREAT service.

Phenomenal place for inspiration. I did silhouettes for St. Jude’s hospital and treated myself to some history of American music!

A must see for all who appreciate soul music!

Very interesting. Brought back many memories

This place has been on my pilgrimage site list for a very long time. I am thrilled to have actually visited. So much truly amazing music was made here.

The soul music history in Memphis and the influence of Stax records is worth checking out when you are in Memphis. The videos and exhibits shed light on the incredible contributions of so many classic soul artists. If you love vinyl records like me, youll appreciate the walls of 45s and the gems for sale in the store. Maybe youve never heard of or thought about Stax record label, but trust me youve heard their music and know many of the artists, unless youve never listened to any soul music. Cuts upon cuts, the oldies you cant help bit sing along to when they begin to play. I had to include a pic of Isaac Hayes caddy... yep, the car and the music are golden!

As a musician I thoroughly enjoyed this musical experience

Was a great experience and lesson. Felt like coming home.

Wow! I learned a lot. Great displays including films and music and an introductory mini documentary.

Great little museum with lots of facts and films and 45s about a record label that was beyond colour. Beautifully done.

Loved the history of how the museum launched careers of lot of famous people..the atmosphere takes you back in time

Stay Museum is a cool place. You can feel the history just standing on the corner of the building! I really enjoyed seeing Isaac Hayes car and enjoyed the Vinyl Records hallway!

Great place if you love music. History of soul

Came here for a private event and had a great time! Catered food and karaoke work surprisingly well despite the winding layout of the museum. Cool art and music history all around.

This is a must see in Memphis

Really cool place with lots of good exhibits. Highly recommend even if you dont like soul music

Got Soul and Blues? So this is it! Phantastic to see with witch little invests you can have such big efforts in music.Loved it

There museum was really cool and much larger than I thought it would be. Definitely an education on Sunday music of the 60s.

Really cool museum, lots of memorabilia

I visited the Stax Museum really not having any idea what to expect and I had a really good time! They go into the history of American soul music, musicians who made a mark, all the way through the 60s, 70s, and today. It was a really fun museum!If your foot doesnt start tapping or your fingers snapping- you better check your pulse!Free parking (lock yo car, though) .. LOL!!

Relive the days of Otis Redding , Booker T and the MGs and the early days of recording in Memphis. Spend time reading the exhibits. Very interesting

So much history here...I need more time to take it in!

Music is such a high part of the Memphis is the way it is. I found this facility to be well put togeather and filled with informative and friendly staff. In my openion its better than Graceland. Only draw back is the neighborhood is not a place to be at night or by your self.

Pretty good museum with solid gift shop. Lot of era pieces and loads of informative placards and displays.

My dad really wanted to go here because of the musical history. I didnt know much about Stax but after having been there I learned a lot ! It was a really nice studio tour and walk through history!

Great museum! There is a 20 minute movie, and the museum part will take about 45 minutes to 2 hours (if you want to read everything). IMO, much better than Sun Records in that they have more artifacts and a better museum, but the studio part could have been done up more like Sun to tell more of the who-did-what-where in the studio. It is a must-see in Memphis.

Loved it. Very clean even the bathrooms are spotless. A great experience and thank you to the kind people that greated us at the front desk. Was blown away by the amazing layout. If you love music its a must see.

Always stop here when Im in town

Best museum of music Ive ever been to. A fantastic collection of artifacts, stories, and displays. A must see if youre in Memphis.

Soul, Blues, R&B enthusiasts must see this Museum! It is a must-see! This place is over-the-top outstanding first class and extremely educational! I cannot give the Stax Museum high enough praises, go there! You must see this Museum! Ike and Tina Turner outfits Isaac Hayess El Dorado old man! Starts out with a 12-minute film that has 12 hours worth of information in it!

Loved it definitely worth the price. A must see for any music lover

Visited here as we had bought The Backstage Pass which also included Sun Studios, Rock N Soul Museum and Graceland. Also included is free round trip transportation to Elviss home. Unfortunately the bus was in for repair and for the trip to Graceland we had to use taxis paid for out of our own pocket. The price of the pass is $84. Although soul music isnt our thing our party of four enjoyed our time here. It starts with a video and then you are allowed to see everything at your own pace. It all finishes in the obligatory gift shop were there were some unique items. Staff here were super friendly and even phoned for our onward transportation.

Enjoyed tbe visit. Lots of history

My family really enjoyed the museum! I grew up near Memphis, and I love Stax music!! Couldve spent way more time here than I actually had.

Nice well put together

It was an heart warming experience. Thank you

Its a cool place to visit. The highlight for me was Isaac Hayes Caddy. Over the top.

For Real Soul Music lovers interested in Learning music history, this is definitely the place to go

Great exhibits, eye-opening history, and wonderful music.

Really enjoyed learning about the history of Stax and its artists.

Very fun museum and great place to learn about the history of soul music. There are lots of fun pieces in the museums collection, including Isaac Hayes Cadillac El Dorado. Recommend visiting while in Memphis.

At times educational, it could be curated a lot better. Found myself jumping back to exhibits to understand the entire timeline of the place. If you dont have a lot of interest in soul music, you wont garner much from this experience. Ive been to the Motown Museum in Detroit and that presentation is world class (and cheaper). This one is just a toll booth for tourists.

I really enjoyed my visit to this museum! They have so many cool exhibits and learning the history behind soul music was worth the trip. The admission fee was resonable, parking in their lot was free and the members of the staff are awesome. If youre ever in the Memphis area, Stax Museum is a must see.

The inexpensive ($15) tour goes so much deeper than the music! Worth a visit and then some!

A fantastic museum with so much history. I love Stax music so it was really neat to learn more of the story behind the label- and the sound that really could only have come from a certain place and time, as a result of people who respected and loved each other making music and having fun together. Id recommend it to anyone who loves Stax records! Isaac Hayes car is one larger than life item on display, and the halls with records on the walls are pretty amazing to walk through, too.

My brother and I were in town and I had to get there. We enjoyed the beautiful decor and atmosphere. When coming in theres a lot to see in the lobby. Once you pay, you watch a short video and then you get to explore the museum. We loved how they started with the history of music rooted in poverty, religion and sheer creativity. So many brilliant people with like minded ideas, all to get their messages out

I was very impressed. The greeters and staff was friendly and informative. I learned a lot about Memphis history. I will be going back again.

Friendly staff lots of great history

Its a great place. Exciting. Along with my visit to Sun Studios, I saw things that you humans...

Lots of history in this place. Dont just get caught up in the sun studio hype, this place deserves a lot of recognition as well! Theres parking to the right and behind the building

It was exciting to view history got a chance to see so many of our superstars and learn where it all begin. If you havent seen, take your family truly enjoyed.

Great experience! Issac Hayes car as an exhibit is classic!