Memphis
a trip to meet your unique goals
A Journey Through Music, Movement, & Meaning
Memphis is more than the birthplace of the blues, it’s where rhythm shaped revolutions and voices changed the course of history. From the soulful sounds of Beale Street to the powerful legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, this iconic city offers students an unforgettable blend of art, culture, and social impact. Every museum, studio, and landmark tells a story of creativity, resilience, and the people who helped define America’s sound and spirit.
Customize your trip to enhance the goals of your program:
Educational
Step into the heart of American history and innovation. Students can trace the journey of the Civil Rights Movement at the National Civil Rights Museum, explore the science of sound at the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, or learn about urban sustainability and agriculture at Shelby Farms Park. Memphis is a city where lessons in leadership, perseverance, and progress come alive through experience.
TRiO Educational Programs
Empower students through connection and inspiration. Visit the National Civil Rights Museum for a powerful exploration of social justice and equality, walk the halls of LeMoyne-Owen College, a historically Black college with deep community roots, and explore the creative economy through tours of local startups and cultural centers. The TRIO experience in Memphis blends personal growth, academic readiness, and cultural understanding.
Performing Arts (Band, Choir, and Orchestra)
In a city built on sound, every note has a home. Your ensemble can perform at iconic venues such as the Orpheum Theatre, Beale Street Landing, or even Graceland itself. Participate in a recording session at a local studio, follow in the footsteps of Elvis Presley and B.B. King, and celebrate the universal language of music in the city that gave it a heartbeat.
History & Heritage
Experience a city shaped by music, culture, and social change. Explore historic landmarks, museums, and cultural sites that highlight Memphis’s impact on American history. Programs can be tailored with guided tours, museum-based learning, and interactive discussions that connect past and present.
Welcome to Our Family
Our team is a close-knit group of educators, performers, and travel enthusiasts who care deeply about the trips we create. When you travel with Gerber, you’re part of our family, and we’re with you every step of the way.
What’s Included
Pre-trip access to our team of travel experts for complete itinerary planning.
Customized materials to help communicate tour details to students, parents, and chaperones.
Highly experienced, student-friendly Tour Guides, and much more!
Unique Experiences
EXPLORE THE NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM
Step inside the former Lorraine Motel and follow the powerful story of the American Civil Rights Movement through immersive exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia presentations.
EXPERIENCE GRACELAND: THE HOME OF ELVIS PRESLEY
Walk in the footsteps of the King of Rock ’n’ Roll with a guided tour of his legendary estate, complete with his iconic costumes, cars, and recording memorabilia.
TOUR SUN STUDIO: WHERE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL WAS BORN
Visit the world-famous recording studio where Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis made music history, and feel the creative energy that shaped an era.