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Address and Phone:
203 Beale St., Ste. 300
Memphis, TN 38103

Phone: (901) 526-0110

Admission Rates:
Clubs may have cover charges.

Hours Open to the Public:
Open Year-round

Payment Types Accepted:
Free Admission

Beale Street Historic District

City: Memphis, TN
Region: West Tennessee

The music and entertainment pulse of downtown Memphis, Beale Street at the turn of the 20th century served as a haven for African Americans migrating from small towns. Legendary greats such as W.C. Handy, B.B. King, Rufus Thomas, Willie Mitchell and Isaac Hayes have showcased their talents on Beale. Beale Street offers three blocks of night clubs, specialty shops, galleries and restaurants.

From I-55, take Riverside Drive exit. Take a right onto Beale St. Follow Beale to Fourth. Park in the area. From I-40, take fhe Front St. exit. Turn right onto Front St., then take a left onto Beale St.

Get turn-by-turn direction using the interactive map above.

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Things to do

Looking for a day of fun and frolic? Here’s a quick list of nearby attractions that you may enjoy.

W.C. Handy House Museum

Southland Mall

Hard Rock Cafe Memphis

Theatre Memphis

Places to stay

Looking for a place to rest between adventures? Here’s a quick list of nearby places to stay.

Days Inn at Graceland

Courtyard Memphis Park Avenue East

Hampton Inn Walnut Grove

Courtyard by Marriott

Upcoming events

Date: Nov 21, 2009
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Date: Nov 21, 2009
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Date: Nov 21, 2009
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Location: Jonesborough, TN

Date: Nov 21, 2009
Arts Third Saturday
Location: Chattanooga, TN

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