Amazing museum with an amazing staff. The history in the house is so thick that you can feel it as you walk through the halls. The staff is so friendly and knowledgable. There are many great experiences to be had and stories to be told in this historic house. read more

Great place to visit, great history. Very knowledgeable staff, incredible exhibits. A place and part of of Memphis Slave history that Memphis would like to forget. If the the churches of Memphis put as much money into this wonderful museum as they do the Civil rights museum, the slave haven underground railroad museum would take it's rightful place in the historical landmarks o Memphis. read more

Very interesting..alot of slave facts. Only downside is everything is from other plantations no originals. Our tour girl actually sang old slave hyms and decoded the words for us!! read more

Really well preserved historic home in Memphis just barely outside city center. Terrific guided tour with knowledgeable guides, Taylor was superb and the others very good as well. Memphis has got some extroidinary museums packed full of content. The Slave Haven is worth a visit. (The tour is run in an authoritarian style, so listen to direction and do not detour from instruction! haha) I would recommend this historic home and guided tour to everyone. read more

Had the pleasure of spending 1.5 hours here yesterday. I'd highly recommend this to anyone interested in our American history. It was an honor to come here with my family and so important for my 11 yr old to learn why it is important to Love God and Love people. Learning about the hidden meaning behind the quilts was fascinating and singing Swing Low, Sweet Chariot with our tour guide left me in tears and is something I won't soon forget. Thank you for this wonderful experience. read more

Wonderful tour! Although we arrived after a large Heritage tour bus had already begun the tour, we were told to join their group. Being a little dismayed, it turned out to be to our advantage. The tour director was a fountain of historical information and soon had the group fully emerged with interactive dialog. Much to our surprise, an immensely talented actress dressed as Harriet Tubman surprised the group and brought her to life with her singing and hugs for the audience members. We were also treated to a performance by a flute, whistle and drum playing musician who had the group singing soulful songs along with him. He explained the significance of songs and drumming while the tour guide taught us about the symbols on quilts. Be sure to go when there's a heritage bus group As that's when the tour's the best. Don't miss it! read more

This place was so amazing. The staff were knowledgeable and the history behind this place is insane! Crappy neighborhood to park a nice car in but worth the worry. My rims didn't get stolen. Yay. read more

An absolutely incredible museum. It may be small, but the guides take you through more than you've ever learned in school. Absolutely worth a stop if you're in Memphis. read more

This stop was one of my favorites in a two week trip throughout the South and Southeast. I learned so much I did not know about the Underground Railroad. The docent was amazing - articulate, knowledgeable, and great at manage a group. If in Memphis, I would say this is a MUST SEE. I had not been to Memphis before for had heard about Slave Haven from a friend of mine. It was a wonderful recommendation. read more

A must see. History that must be respected. The narrator's were excellent and had so much information. Very glad to know that there were some Abolishers that were willing to disagree with the norm and learn of them BUT very sad to continue to learn that this was acceptable. It was a very moving and informational tour. Glad it has been recognized as a historic site and the descendants of Mr. Burkle had the courage to share these facts of her home and it was finally recognized as a historic site in 1997. read more

Wow! My family stopped in for the guided tour and we were impressed! The guides MAKE the tour a 5-star and they do an amazing job tailoring their talk for students -- we had 9-year old and twin 5-year old kids with us. Great overview of the history of the house but an even better depiction of life for a runaway slave determined to find freedom. read more

This is a must-do if you're in Memphis. Appropriate for all ages. The guides were amazing and gave an impassioned account of what life was like for slaves. The artwork and items brought history to life. The importance of the quilts in communicating with the slave community was emphasized, and the home is maintained in the style of the day. Months later I'm still thinking about the stories, the people, the true heroes who risked their lives for freedom. Love this place! read more

My husband and I visited this wonderful museum last week and it was by far my favorite place that we went to during our stay in Memphis. I am still thinking about all the stories and information that our two tour guides gave. I wish I remembered their names! They were very friendly....one of them even gave us some terrific local restaurants to try and the two we went to were very good and added that much more to our 'Memphis' experience. Wish I would have looked further at the books for sale in the gift shop. read more

Small but powerful museum. I took many things away from the experience, like haunting stories of the suffering of the slaves. The experience this place offered me-- of actually standing where runaway slaves hid themselves under the house-- is one for which I am extremely grateful. For any students of history, this is a must-do in Memphis. read more

A heart wrenching but super informative tour given by passionate knowledgeable tour guides. (Iman even sang a few of the songs to us with her lovely voice, totally enriching the message and meaning for us) I wish all school children could go through this tour. A must see for those visiting Memphis, and a great pairing with the National Civil Rights Museum. Only $10, and after the tour they have many first person novels available for purchase that share personal slave stories. read more

Very informative!! Proof that you cannot judge a book by its cover! I love history so I was so pleased to learn about the "quilt codes." Our sons were a little nervous because it started out a little somber but by the time we sang, everyone in group started to brighten. Well worth the $10 admission. I may even try to create my own quilt now! read more

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A group of 40 middle high to high school students were on a tour of the museum. They heard facts about slavery and the underground railroad that tyou do not find in history books, This was educational for the adult chaperons as well as the students. It is our expectation that lives will be changed for inspiration to make this a better world. read more

Excellent tour. A wealth of knowledge and history to gain here. Definitely a must tour while in Memphis.

There is so much information on the underground railroad and slavery in this small house. The staff were amazing! This is a much see in Memphis! read more

Very good tour. Lots of history not just about this Underground Railroad stop but also about slavery in general. Make sure to show up right at 10 when they open so you get the whole tour. We were on time but wound up waiting while people were filtering in. There's really nowhere for people to wait for a tour to start so they just joined in with us and missed the very start. Excellent tour guide. read more

This is a must see museum. I learned a lot about the Underground Railroad and also a lot that I did not know about slavery as well.

This is an excellent tour that you should take if you are visiting the MLK Center as it is only 5 mins away. There is a very knowledgeable staff who covers different topics of slavery and the underground railroad. It is very educational and covers topics such as the use of blankets to navigate the difficult path and old slave songs used in churches to aid in passage. Ekpe Abiota give an excellent session on how music was used as signals and does an excellent presentation using the flute to play African songs. Don't miss this tour if you are in the area. read more

The outside of the museum is very deceiving but it is more than worth the interactive tour. The guides are knowledgable and very receptive to the needs of the group! I highly recommend the tour. read more

Our family had an excellent experience here it really brought history to life although we received great details on a very horrific time in history. The guides were very knowledgeable and friendly. read more

I really enjoyed my visit here. We went here on a whim after discovering it on google. We have been traveling to Memphis annually for at least the past 10 years and this is my first time learning about this museum! It was wonderful! The tour guides were all amazingly knowledgable and pleasant. It was near my son's nap time so he was somewhat antsy! They were all incredibly understanding. The tour was so informative and interesting. We really didn't know what to expect with this being our first visit and all... and were really impressed by this one. The wealth of information regarding the slave trade as it related to memphis and the Burkle estate, was incredible. I cannot say enough about how much I really did enjoy my visit. We had to leave a little early to make sure little man got some rest. I was hoping to make it back, but just ran out of time. I will absolutely return during our next visit to Memphis! read more

In an area saturated with history, soul & museums, this place still holds a candle to their surrounding competition. This tour costs a mere $7, and is one of the most informative and well presented tours I have been on in a while. The staff is very knowledgeable and welcoming, and conducts these tours in an entertaining fashion. This is an old home that was a part of the underground railroad, & the friendly staff does an excellent job of evoking emotions as they take you through the house and tour. The tour touches on the underground railroad, the slave trade, the abolitionists who lived at the home, the treatment of slaves, and even takes you through the basement where you see the cat sized crawl spaces where runaway slaves entered & hid in the home. Between the beautifully sung slave hymns, and all the emotional history this home has to offer, I'd have to say this is an amazingly unique experience that can hold it's own in the company of the more famous surrounding tourist favorites like Stax and Graceland. read more

Slave Haven is an unforgettable cultural and educational experience. Most of all, the tour docents really know their history and are happy to answer all questions. The authenticity of the place really gives you a feeling of "you are there" when the Underground Railroad was operational the 19th century in America. It may not have the funding resources of the equally important Civil Rights Museum at the old Lorraine Motel, but there is something about the innate reality of the house that is unforgettable. When in Memphis, you must stop here! read more

We arrived at about 4 pm on a late Nov. Sat. Three docents were on duty. Each was exquisite. I read a review from some PhD on slavery that said these docents don't know true history, but this is just a slander. The museum has an impressive collection, and of course the story is devastating. This was the first destination attraction we visited in Memphis, and after 3 days of museums, music, etc,. it was the most memorable. This group does a marvelous service, especially in educating young people. read more

Worth a visit. It lasts about 45 minutes to an hour, and you can leave at anytime, but you may not wander through the house unguided (since there is no photography allowed and we all know how well people follow those rules). The two women took turns at different parts of the tour. What I love about this is that it is truly a labor of love. There are no touch screens or iPads or fancy signage. What there IS is a series of rooms explaining how slaves ended up in the United States (capture/middle passage), the torture they endured, and how they resisted and escaped. The house itself simply provides context and an example of one of the ways slaves could have fled north. The women who were our guides have their information memorized, and although some reviewers commented on how "easy" the questions were, people in our group actually had a hard time coming up with answers. A lot of Americans are still completely unaware of this history's details. This museum is a throwback, and I loved it. read more

I am sure this is normally a great place, but that was NOT our experience. We called ahead (as directed to from their website) and confirmed they were giving tours until 4pm. We arrived at 1:40. The signs for the place were not great. We went to the front door and a small sign said we were to enter through the back. It was drizzling rain and was very muddy. We were there with our elderly parents and picked our way through the mud to the back door. The back door was locked. There was, on the back door, a sign saying they would be back at 2pm. But I could hear voices inside the small building, so I gently knocked on the door. A women opened the door and looked perturbed. I asked, "are you open?" It was an honest question. I thought maybe they had just gotten back from lunch, and we could wait inside rather than in the mud and drizzle. She said, in an unfriendly way - while looking at the sign - "We open at 2:00pm." She then closed the door. We were left, really, in shock at being treated so badly. There was no explanation, no welcome, no friendly greeting. After a brief discussion we decided to pick out way back through the mud to our cars - and we went to the National Civil Rights Museum, where we had a wonderful experience. As I said, based on other reviews, it appears that most people have a great time at this place, and I wish we did as well. read more

This museum is an absolute gem! Very informative, very interesting. The guided tour was great. The storytellers were amazing! Definitely a must-see place if you are in Memphis. read more

Wonderful tour, passionate tour guides! What a great piece of history sitting right in an unsuspecting house in Memphis. This is a must do and people of all ages and backgrounds will enjoy. read more

As some one who has advanced degree in the study of slavery, i was very disappointed in this museum. The gross historical inaccuracy and the straight out lies that the guide told us baffled me. I also was very disturbed by the condition of the house, when I asked about renovations, funding, and research being done there the answers I got horrified me. I am all for volunteers to make a museum work but they have no professional staff or museum knowledge. It is a shame that what they have there is not being taken care of. I would pass on this museum and just go to the the civil rights museum. read more

This was our last stop in Memphis. Initially, my husband was very skeptical and really did not want to go in. But this is a prime example of not "judging a book by its cover". The guide was extremely knowledgeable. Moreover, the staff was beyond courtesy in answering any questions- And due to the information that was given we had a lot of questions. I would ENCOURAGE every one visiting MEMPHIS to take in THE SLAVE Haven Underground Railroad exhibit. Because many of the pieces were original to the time period this only added authenticity to the HISTORY lesson we received. read more

Best kept secret of the south. Amazing tour and highly recommended.

If you are a student of history, it is worth it to stop by and visit this museum while in Memphis. The idea that this house could have been a part of the Underground Railroad is fascinating.The people who work here appear to be passionate about educating the public on this interesting home and its former owners. I enjoyed my time here. My only recommendation is that the people who run the museum should update their website so that it reflects current prices. read more

We were there on a Monday. They are supposed to,open at 10. We gave up at 10:45 and left when no one had shown up to open.

i believe this is a must see memphis destination....i am extremely grateful for the opportunity to learn more about the african american slave experience, and how the german born abolitionists helped many escape its horror....the educators were incredibly knowledgeable, and one even sang some hymns....as fun as the music and the food are in memphis, this site is the deeper heart of which everything else emanates from..... read more