Yeah I've never felt unsafe in the two times I've been there but there are definitely areas that pop up quickly that look pretty rough when you are driving around.
Things to do in Memphis
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Does anyone have experience using the Trolley system? Our AirBnb is north of Beale St. and it looked like an easy way to hop on for a half mile or so.
It's really, really good.
Just in case it isn't clear, the Lorraine Motel where MLKJ was shot is still in place, but it has been repurposed as part of the National Civil Rights Museum. As you go through the museum, you get to look into the room and onto the balcony where he was shot. You also get to look out the window from which he was shot from across the street.
And there is so much more. This is not just a MLKJ museum, it truly is a national civil rights museum.
That is why they were so welcoming of the Ames History Museum travelling exhibit about Jack Trice as a temporary exhibit during the week of the bowl.
So many crazy personal stories of what people (even kids) went through in this country. And when you look at the dates and realize it wasn't that long ago it's very eye opening.
Yeah, I'd have to agree. It was the starkest contrast I've ever personally witnessed.
I definitely enjoyed Memphis. As someone else said, it's very blue collar, and absolutely has a sense of grit, soul, and character that I really dig in a city.
It's the best soul food I've ever had. We got large to-go quantities of the spicy collard greens. You just don't get stuff like that in the Midwest.
Some good soul food in the area half mile west of the Liberty Bowl off of Cooper St.
Not quite dancing but it was more memorable.Needs more pics from the disco! I want to see you out in the middle of the dance floor. I suspect it won't be hard to tell which one is you!
For those Gus's Chicken lovers, there is one in Kansas City now (next to Oklahoma Joes). Might not be as good as the original but its damn close.
I've been to Memphis, but not for the bowl game.
Definitely check out the Civil Rights Museum if you can. Also, if there are any Civil War buffs reading the thread go see the Shiloh National Military Park, where the Battle of Shiloh was fought (and where some Iowa regiments saw action). Really neat place for those interested in Civil War history; not too far away from Memphis and worth a day or half-day trip.
Also, while the BBQ is good, also make sure to get some catfish while you're down there!
Definitely check out the Civil Rights Museum if you can. Also, if there are any Civil War buffs reading the thread go see the Shiloh National Military Park, where the Battle of Shiloh was fought (and where some Iowa regiments saw action). Really neat place for those interested in Civil War history; not too far away from Memphis and worth a day or half-day trip.
Also, while the BBQ is good, also make sure to get some catfish while you're down there!
