In 1934, Vernon Presley borrowed $180 for materials to build a small frame house in East Tupelo. It was in this little house on January 8, 1935, that the King of Rock ‘n Roll was born.
Financially, times were hard on Vernon and Gladys. The family lived in the house about three years until the home was repossessed when Vernon could not repay the $180 loan.
The Presley family lived in other locations in Tupelo until Elvis was thirteen years old when they moved to Memphis. Vernon and Gladys worked various jobs while in Tupelo and moved several different times during the thirteen years they resided in Mississippi.
While in Tupelo, Elvis attended the Assembly of God Church with his family where he was first exposed to gospel music that influenced his musical style throughout his career.
It was in Tupelo that Elvis was exposed to bluesmen in the Shake Rag community where he lived for a time. His family also listened to country music radio programs from which Elvis drew influence.
Ticket Information
Since there is very little wait time when purchasing a ticket, tickets are sold only at the front desk at the Elvis Presley Birthplace Welcome Center.
Tour buses, please contact us for large group rates.
Our ticket prices for the BIRTHPLACE HOUSE, MUSEUM, and CHURCH have also changed.
ADULT GRANDE
(all 3 attractions)
$20.00
ADULT
(any 2 attractions)
$15.00
ADULT SINGLE
(any single attraction)
$10.00
SENIOR GRANDE age 60+
(all 3 attractions)
$15.00
CHILD GRANDE ages 7-12
(all 3 attractions)
$10.00
CHILD ages 7-12
(any 2 attractions)
$7.00
CHILD SINGLE ages 7-12
(any single attraction)
$5.00
GROUP RATE
(15 or more visitors)
$15.00
CHILD ages 7 and under
FREE
Since there is very little wait time when purchasing a ticket, tickets are sold only at the front desk at the Elvis Presley Birthplace Welcome Center.
Tour buses, please contact us for large group rates.
Hours of Operation
Monday through Saturday
9:00 a.m. to last admission at 4:00 p.m.
Sunday
1:00 p.m. to last admission at 4:00 p.m.
Walk-Through and Map
306 Elvis Presley Drive
Tupelo, MS 38801
The grounds are open 24 hours.
After business hours, for information about individual venues please scan the QR code on the sign at each venue.
Walk the trails that Elvis might have walked.
More than 100,000 visitors from around the world tour the Elvis Presley Center each year which includes the Elvis Birthplace, the Elvis Presley Museum and Memorial Chapel, and Elvis Presley Park.
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Tickets available inside for Birthplace and museum.
Walk of Life
A scored concrete circle surrounding the Birthplace. Each granite block denotes each year of Elvis' life from 1935 to 1977.
Mississippi Historic Site
The Elvis Presley Birthplace is designated as a historic landmark by the State of Mississippi.
Vernon Presley, Elvis’ father, with help from Jessie, his father and Vester, his brother, built this home in 1934 with $180 that Vernon Borrowed from his employer. It was in this humble, two room house lit by a single light bulb in each room that Elvis Aaron Presley was born on January 8, 1935. Elvis was one of two children born to Vernon and Gladys. Elvis’ identical twin, Jessie Garon, was stillborn.
The city of Tupelo bought the home and surrounding property in 1957. Elvis wanted a park for the neighborhood children and donated the proceeds from a 1957 concert at the Tupelo Fairgrounds to further cause. The property stands in its original location and has been restored to its original condition, decorated with period furniture, and is open to the public for tour.
The Birthplace
It was in this little house on January 8, 1935 that the King of Rock ‘n Roll was born.
1948 Granite Block
The stone commemorates Elvis' 13th year and marks the walkway to the ``Elvis at 13`` Statue.
Elvis at 13 Statue
An impressionistic bronze likeness of Elvis at age 13 dedicated to fans worldwide in 2002.
“I took the guitar, and I watched people, and I learned to play a little bit. But I would never sing in public. I was very shy about it.”
Elvis Presley
Talking about the $7.95 guitar his mother Gladys bought from the Tupelo Hardware Store on January 8, 1946 when he 11 years old
Mississippi Music Markers
Mississippi Historical Site
Mississippi Country Music Trail
Mississippi Blues Commission
Elvis' Childhood Church
The Assembly of God Pentecostal Church - The actual building where the Presley family attended church services.
Elvis Presley Memorial Chapel
A place of meditation Elvis dreamed of having. A popular attraction and a venue for weddings and special services.
Story Wall
Vivid Portrayals of Elvis' life as a boy in Tupelo as told by some of his childhood friends.
Fountain of Life
Thirteen upper waterspouts representing the years Elvis lived in Tupelo and 29 lower spouts symbolizing Elvis' life in Memphis.
Elvis Presley Museum
The museum displays exhibits containing Tupelo artificats, large photomurals, graphics, and audiovisual presentations that focus on Elvis “The Boy.”
Theatre
The theatre offers a full stage with lighting. Projection to the screen can be either front or rear.
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Gift Shop
Over 2,000 souvenir items for sale, you're sure to find just the right piece of Elvis memorabilia.
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Memphis Bound
The 1939 green Plymouth sedan is a replica of the car that the Presley family drove when leaving Tupelo headed for Memphis.
Picnic Pavillion
The picnic pavilion can be reserved for family reunions, church gatherings, organizational meetings, etc.
Reflections
A rustic, natural, serene place perfect for spending some quiet time.
Bridge Over Troubled Waters
Tucked away for peaceful reflections.
Becoming Statue
Standing atop the overlook for all to see, two statues known by one name - BECOMING.
Large RV/Bus Parking
Ample space and parking for large recreational vehicles as well as buses.
