Elvis in Tupelo
Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935 and lived here the first 13 years of his life. Experience the first part of Elvis’ incredible story by visiting the birthplace where Elvis took his first breath, the church where he sang his first song and the hardware store where he strummed his first guitar.
You can't really "know" Elvis until you understand where he came from!
Discover Elvis in Tupelo at these places:
Elvis Presley Birthplace and Museum where you will find features such as:
- "Elvis at 13" statue
- Fountain of Life
- Walk of Life
- Elvis' childhood church
- "Westward bound" car exhibit
- Story Wall
- Elvis Presley Memorial Chapel
Elvis Driving Tour that takes you to the site of 10 significant points of interest in Elvis' early years.
Elvis Exhibit at the
Tupelo Automobile Museum including a car that Elvis gave away and 33 original Elvis movie posters.
Elvis Presley Festival each June when Tupelo celebrates the legacy of Elvis Presley.
Tupelo Hardware where Elvis' mother bought him his first guitar.
BOOK your stay in Tupelo today and learn about Elvis' early life!