There are many interesting galleries in Memphis. Fans of painting will be interested to visit the Dixon Gallery. It contains an interesting collection of paintings of African-American artist. In the gallery photo exhibitions are often held. It is different from ordinary museums in that literally all the art works and photos you like can be bought by visitors. The entrance to this gallery is absolutely free.
Memphis is home to the world-famous Graceland Estate, which once belonged to Elvis Presley and his wife. The King of Pop was buried in his own estate, which is now visited every day by hundreds of his fans and tourists. The mansion has an interesting thematic museum dedicated to the life and work of the musician. The main part of its exposition is the belongings of Elvis Presley.
Fans of historical sites will be interested in the St. Mary Episcopal Cathedral. It was built at the turn of the 19th - 20th centuries. This cathedral, built of light stone, is an exact replica of a 13th century Gothic church that can be seen in Bavaria. Within the walls of the cathedral, is a very symbolic monument. It shows the nurses who died during the epidemic of yellow fever in the late 19th century, having been contacted from their patients.
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