THE OFFICIAL BLOG OF GRACELAND
Welcome to the official blog of Elvis Presley’s Graceland! You can take Elvis-inspired quizzes, get first-looks on events here at Graceland and how-to guides on everything you need to know about Elvis and his home. Like Elvis, we come with a little southern charm
Friday, June 7, 2019
Elvis Presley’s Graceland opened to the public 37 years ago today, on June 7, 1982.
Since then, more than 21 million people have walked through the door, the experience has evolved and delved deeper into Elvis’ life, the campus has more than doubled and – best of all – Graceland has helped continue and strengthen Elvis’ legacy. New fans are made every day as they explore the mansion and Graceland’s museums and exhibits.
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Friday, February 22, 2019
This past Sunday, 19 of music’s biggest stars honored Elvis Presley, the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, with the two-hour NBC special, “Elvis All-Star Tribute.”
Long-time Elvis fans loved the show’s ’68 Special theme, the Elvis clips and personal home movies, and the way the stars honored the king with their thoughtful tributes.
What we hope is that the fans of those 19 stars – Yolanda Adams, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Pistol Annies, Darius...
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Friday, February 8, 2019
It's a partnership made in rock 'n' roll heaven: Elvis Presley's Graceland has partnered with Live Nation, the world's largest concert promoter, to bring you Graceland Live - live concerts at Graceland!
The shows aren't actually on the mansion grounds - but they are just steps away, at the Graceland Soundstage at Elvis Presley's Memphis entertainment and exhibit complex (across the street from the mansion) and The Guest House at Graceland Theater at the hotel...
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Friday, January 18, 2019
Editor's note: We are saddened to learn that Reggie Young, The Memphis Boys' guitarist who played on Elvis' American Sound sessions, died this week. Learn more about him.
January 1969. Elvis was back in the spotlight following the smashing success of the ’68 Special, which aired in December. He was ready to record new music – something he normally did in Nashville or Hollywood. This time, however, Elvis decided to try a studio about 10 miles north of Graceland....
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Friday, January 4, 2019
For 10 years, the ladies of Cakes by Mom and Me have created birthday cakes for Elvis Presley.
These aren’t just any ordinary birthday cakes, either. Pam Reed and her daughter, Lori Laird, create elaborate, colorful, multi-tiered cakes that pay homage to some part of Elvis, his career or his style. These cakes are the centerpiece of the annual Elvis Birthday Proclamation Ceremony, the major event at Graceland’s Elvis Birthday Celebration . These cakes are truly fit for a king....
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Friday, January 4, 2019
Friday, December 28, 2018
What a year it’s been, Elvis fans.
There are so many reasons – 26, in fact – to celebrate as 2018 ends. From a new gospel album to Graceland’s first-ever Military Appreciation Weekend, from a new wedding chapel to a new Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner, so many incredible moments and celebrations took place at Elvis Presley’s Graceland in 2018.
Let’s look back at Graceland’s Top Moments of 2018, in no particular order.
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Wednesday, December 26, 2018
You could say Elvis gave his fans plenty of gifts: his music, movies, concerts, scarves and more.
Elvis’ fans matched his generosity by giving him plenty of gifts, too. Fans from around the world gave him gifts at his concerts, dropped presents off at Graceland and sent gifts in the mail.
Elvis treasured these gifts and kept them all, so they are now housed in the Graceland Archives. In the spirit of Christmas, we’re sharing just a handful of these gifts, from...
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Thursday, December 6, 2018
We are celebrating the 50th anniversary of Elvis' '68 Special this month!
Check out our previous blogs about the '68 Special:
50th Anniversary
"If I Can Dream"
Bill Belew
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Thursday, December 6, 2018
Friday, November 30, 2018
In 50 minutes - from “Trouble” to “If I Can Dream” – Elvis Presley reaffirmed his title as the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
Elvis’ iconic, game-changing special debuted on NBC 50 years ago, on December 3, 1968 at 9:00 pm ET. It was immediately a smashing success, garnering about 42% of the viewing audience, and 50 years later, it’s still one of Elvis’ most defining moments in a career full of iconic performances, movies and...
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Friday, November 30, 2018
Thursday, November 1, 2018
This blog could have been called “Kiss My Firm But Pliant Lips” at 50, but thank goodness, it’s not.
That was the original title to Elvis Presley’s 28 th movie, “Live a Little, Love a Little.” Released in October 1968, the comedy just turned 50. In addition to plenty of laughs, the movie gave us one of Elvis' biggest hits, "A Little Less Conversation."
Let’s take a look back at this comedy, and say farewell to one of the...
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Thursday, November 1, 2018