The Cotton Museum at the Memphis Cotton Exchange
Duration
1-2 hours
Cost
Low
Touristy Level
Somewhat Touristy
Description
Housed in a beautifully preserved 1939 Memphis Cotton Exchange building, this museum tells the complex story of cotton's impact on American history, including its connection to slavery. Visitors can explore interactive exhibits that illuminate Memphis's role as a major cotton trading center and the human stories behind this agricultural empire.
Tags
Educational
Historic
Architecture
Indoors