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For many of the hundreds of thousands of people who visit Graceland each year, the visit takes on a quasi-religious perspective. [58] They may plan for years to journey to the home of the 'King' of rock and roll. On site, headphones narrate the salient events of Elvis's life and introduce the relics that adorn the rooms and corridors.
Graceland is introducing a new "Presley for a Day Tour" that's limited to fewer than 10 people per day and costs $6,000. Here's what it includes.
Exploring Memphis' music history: 5 museums you should visit, from Graceland to Stax. Gannett. Bob Mehr, Memphis Commercial Appeal. March 16, 2024 at 6:02 AM ... Graceland/Elvis Presley's Memphis.
In the days when the King of Rock and Roll called Graceland home, the sprawling Memphis estate seemed to live up to its name: Elvis Presley's was an idyllic retreat. Crowds would flock to ...
Should you decide to visit Graceland, you can explore via an interactive iPad tour, hosted by John Stamos and featuring commentary and stories by Elvis and his late daughter, Lisa Marie.
In late 1981, the estate hired Jack Soden, at the time a Missouri investment counselor, to plan and execute the opening of Graceland to the public and oversee the total operation. Graceland opened for tours on June 7, 1982. [1] Interest in Graceland was such that EPE decided to expand its operation.
"Graceland" is the title song of the album Graceland, released in 1986 by Paul Simon. The song features vocals by The Everly Brothers . The lyrics follow the singer's thoughts during a road trip to Graceland after the failure of his marriage.
Elvis purchased Graceland — the house, barn and 13.8 acres of land in Memphis — in 1957, for $102,500. Here's what to know about the property.