Lorraine Motel: A Beacon of Civil Rights History

Getting There

• Walking

  If you're in Downtown Memphis, you can easily walk to the Lorraine Motel. Start at the corner of Beale Street and Main Street. Head east on Beale Street until you reach the intersection with South 4th Street. Turn left onto South 4th Street and continue walking until you reach the intersection with Mulberry Street. Turn right onto Mulberry Street. The Lorraine Motel will be on your left at 450 Mulberry St. The total distance is about 0.8 miles and should take approximately 15-20 minutes.

• Public Bus

  You can take the Memphis public bus system to reach the Lorraine Motel. From a central location in Downtown, find the nearest bus stop for the MATA (Memphis Area Transit Authority). Board the #2 bus (South Main) and pay the fare, which is currently $1.00. Ride the bus until you reach the stop at South Main Street and Mulberry Street. From there, walk one block north on Mulberry Street. The Lorraine Motel is located at 450 Mulberry St. Be sure to check the bus schedule for the most updated times.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from one of the bike-sharing stations in Downtown Memphis. Locate a nearby station and rent a bike, which typically costs around $3 for a single ride. Head towards Beale Street and then follow the same walking directions: ride east on Beale Street, turn left onto South 4th Street, and then right onto Mulberry Street. The Lorraine Motel will be on your left at 450 Mulberry St. The biking distance is also about 0.8 miles.