Stax Museum of American Soul Music

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music will continue with its free-admission “Family Day” on October 14, 2023 from 1-5 pm as part of the Stax Museum’s 20th Anniversary celebration. FEATURING THE SHELL ON WHEELS! Admission during that time is free for everyone. Children of all ages are treated to: On October 14 there will […]

The Invaders youth organization founded in 1967 impacted communities across Memphis by working to improve conditions for the city’s poorest residents. In 1968, the group worked closely with the Sanitation Workers Strike to assist with their call for the right to organize, which ultimately brought Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Memphis. Among its members […]

The Invaders youth organization founded in 1967 impacted communities across Memphis by working to improve conditions for the city’s poorest residents. In 1968, the group worked closely with the Sanitation Workers Strike to assist with their call for the right to organize, which ultimately brought Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Memphis. Among its members […]

Join us for our biggest sale of the year! We will be doing door buster savings only available if you are in line before the doors open at 4 PM. We will release more info on this one week prior to event. The next case deal will be available for only one hour 4-5 PM […]

Christmastime around the offices at 926 E. McLemore was always a hectic time, from planning parties and fundraising concerts to making sure that the company chose the "perfect" gifts for its many friends in the music business. Join former Stax Records Director of Publicity Deanie Parker and Stax Museum Director Jeff Kollath for a conversation […]

The Stax Museum of American Soul Music will continue with its free-admission “Family Day” on December 9, 2023 from 1-5 pm as part of the Stax Museum’s 20th Anniversary celebration. Admission during that time is free for everyone. Children of all ages are treated to: Family Day gives visitors access to the entire museum, which has […]

Christmastime around the offices at 926 E. McLemore was always a hectic time, from planning parties and fundraising concerts to making sure that the company chose the "perfect" gifts for its many friends in the music business. Join former Stax Records Director of Publicity Deanie Parker and Stax Museum Director Jeff Kollath for a conversation […]

In 1974, Henderson Thigpen, along with co-writers Eddie Marion and James Banks, authored “Woman to Woman” for Shirley Brown. The song became Stax Records’ final #1 hit and a timeless classic with ongoing appeal to listeners from all walks of life. This song, plus several others penned by Thigpen, are celebrated in the GRAMMY-nominated Written In Their Soul, […]

Admission during that time is free for everyone. Children of all ages are treated to: Family Day gives visitors access to the entire museum, which has a newly renovated introductory theater, lobby, gift shop, and lounge. The regular $15 admission fee is waived for everyone 1-5 pm.

Join us for a fun-filled afternoon at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music as we continue our second “Saturday Family Day" every month from 1-5 PM. This event offers free admission and is ideal for children and adults of all ages. Enjoy live music from SOUL CNXN, food trucks, arts and crafts, games, and […]

Join us for a fantastic afternoon at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music! On Saturday, October 26th, we’re excited to continue our “Saturday Family Day” series, held every month from 1 to 5 PM. This event is perfect for children and adults of all ages, and the best part?  FREE ADMISSION from 1 to 5 PM! […]

November Free Family Day, Nov 9, 1-5 pm November 9, 2024 Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at the Stax Museum of American Soul Music as we continue our “Saturday Family Day” series! With FREE ADMISSION from 1 to 5 PM, this event offers fun for all ages. REGISTER FREE HERE ON EVENTBRITE This November […]