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
Category: Elvis Presley
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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at Friday, January 18, 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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at Friday, December 28, 2018
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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at Wednesday, December 26, 2018