PASSING THROUGH – THE FRIENDS OF DON NIX Now through April 30, 2019 For nearly two decades, Memphis’ own Don Nix lived an unparalleled musical life, helping build Stax Records from its earlier Satellite Records days as a member of the Mar-Keys. One of the creators of what came to be known as the Memphis
Continue Reading nextExhibit opening + conversation Friday, March 1, 2019 – 6:00pm to 8:00pm For nearly two decades, Memphis’ own Don Nix lived an unparalleled musical life, from helping build Stax Records and the Memphis Sound from the ground up, to calling Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Leon Russell, Joe Cocker, and George Harrison close friends.
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The Stax Museum of American Soul Music announced today that it is joining with other area arts organizations and attractions to offer free admission to all federal employees with I.D. badge during the duration of the current United States government shutdown. The Stax Museum will waive the regular $13 admission for any employee with an
Continue Reading nextIn the 1960s, one “dynamite duo” helped put Stax Records on the map as one of the greatest soul music labels in the world: Sam & Dave, featuring Sam Moore and Dave Prater. Now they are being recognized this year with the highest honor the music industry bestows READ MORE HERE
Continue Reading nextThe Southern Weekend is a nationally syndicated television show that covers food, travel, and lifestyle at cities throughout the Southern United States. They recently paid a trip to the Stax Museum for a tour with executive director Jeff Kollath to learn about the fascinating history of Stax Records and highlight our exhibits that pay homage
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