Despite its development Memphis has retained the slow unhurried approach to life characteristic of the South. The people of the Memphis always greet with a smile and an attitude to warm the soul on a cold day. In 1977 Congress honored the musical heritage of Memphis by declaring the city home "Home of the Blues." The distinct Southern flavor and history of Memphis are embodied in the blues. At the beginning of the 20th century music legend W.C. Handy developed this American art form in Pee Wee's saloon on gaudy Beale Street. "Memphis Blues" the first blues ever published along with "St. Louis Blues" earned Handy the title of "father of the blues." You can capture the flavor of "Old Beale Street" at the W.C. Handy House Museum, A small wood frame house displaying artifacts and memorabilia which give insight into Handy's life and music.

Memphis is better known as the home of "the king of rock and roll Elvis Presley." Graceland Mansion takes you back in time to see how Elvis lived in the in the home he loved so much. You can have a tour to see the cool elegance of the all white living room to the play décor of his famous jungle room. Then you see the trophy building which houses his enormous collection of gold records and awards along with an extensive display of personal momentous, stage costumes, jewelry, and photographs. The tour ends with a quiet visit to the Meditation Garden where Elvis and member of his family have been laid to rest.