Memphis, TN, Feb. 18, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The National Civil Rights Museum at Lorraine Motel announced that it will be welcoming visitors again on March 1, following health agency restrictions in December to protect the museum’s closure initiated by guests and employees. The museum continues to require guests to wear masks and purchase timed tickets online prior to visiting the museum in order to comply with health authorities’ social distancing and capacity guidelines.
Safety measures
Staff and guests must wear face masks on the museum campus, especially in the museum. Masks are provided for guests arriving without them. The staff is subjected to a daily temperature control. Additional hand sanitizer dispensers and regular disinfection are part of the museum’s plan to protect everyone’s health. Signage and floor markings throughout the museum help visitors maintain social distance at a distance of two meters. Water fountains are deactivated. Areas with heavy contact are often disinfected daily.
Museum opening times and admission
Initially, the opening times of the museum are set to Monday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with Tennesse residents from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Thursday to Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The entrance fees remain unchanged. Tickets can currently be purchased at Civilrightsmuseum.org starting March 1st. Timed ticketing is scheduled every 15 minutes to regulate capacity and social distancing. The use of credit or debit cards instead of cash is recommended in the Museum Store.
Experience changes
At least in the first few weeks after the reopening, tours are limited. When the weather is nice, interpretation talks take place in the inner courtyard of the museum. Employees are also strategically placed in exhibits for gallery tours and to assist visitors.
“The reopening on March 1st, when it’s safer – and just because it’s safer – is our promise. Our commitment to ensuring a safe experience for our employees and guests remains our ultimate goal, ”said Faith Morris, the museum’s chief marketing and external affairs officer. “Being closed during Black History Month was a tough one for us. In February, many of their thoughts and interests turn to celebrating and learning more about the accomplishments and contributions of black people. Best of all, our guests didn’t miss this opportunity when visiting the museum after Black History Month, as our storytelling about Black History extends beyond February, ”said Morris.
The museum will continue to monitor updates by health officials to ensure the safety of its staff and guests. Personal events and programs of the museum will be canceled or held virtually until further notice. More information is available at Civilrightsmuseum.org.
Via the National Civil Rights Museum
The NATIONAL CIVIL RIGHTS MUSEUM in the historic Lorraine Motel, where civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated provides a comprehensive overview of the American civil rights movement from slavery to the present day. Since the museum opened in 1991, millions of visitors have come from around the world, including more than 90,000 student visits annually. The museum is determined to record the American civil rights movement and tell the story of the ongoing struggle for human rights. It trains and acts as a catalyst to stimulate action to create positive social change.
The museum is a Smithsonian subsidiary and an internationally recognized cultural institution. It is recognized as the National Medal Award 2019 by the Institute for Museums and Library Services (IMLS), the highest national award for museums and libraries. It’s a TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Top 5% US Museum, USA Today’s Top 10 Best American Cult Attractions; Top 10 Best Historic Places in the US by TLC’s Family Travel; Must be seen by Budget Travel and Kids by age 15; Top 10 American Treasures from USA Today; and best Memphis attraction from The Commercial Appeal and the Memphis Business Journal.
Connie Dyson National Civil Rights Museum 901-331-5460 [email protected]
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