Discover Art and Culture at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Beale Street to the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, start by heading north on 2nd St toward E Beale St. Turn left onto E Beale St, then continue onto Main St. Follow Main St to the intersection with Poplar Ave. Turn right onto Poplar Ave and continue for about 2 miles. The museum will be on your left at 1934 Poplar Ave. There is parking available on-site, which may incur a small fee depending on the time of day.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  To reach the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art using public transportation, walk to the nearest bus stop on Beale Street. You can catch the MATA bus route 40 (Poplar Avenue) heading east. The bus ride will take approximately 20-30 minutes. Get off at the Poplar Ave @ East Parkway South stop. From there, it's a short 5-minute walk to the museum, located at 1934 Poplar Ave. Check the MATA website for current bus schedules and any fare costs, which are typically around $1.00 per ride.

• Taxi/Rideshare

  For a quicker and more direct option, consider taking a taxi or rideshare service (like Uber or Lyft) from Beale Street to the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. The trip should take about 10-15 minutes depending on traffic. Simply provide the driver with the address: 1934 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38104. The cost will vary based on traffic and the service used but expect to pay around $10-$15.