Elvis-A-Rama Museum in Las Vegas

The unforgettable performances of Elvis have made deep impressions in the hearts of anyone who listened to his music or saw him on the stage. Las Vegas, the city where the singer performed for many years is maybe the best place to celebrate the iconic figure that perhaps contributed to what the city represents today.

Las Vegas is now world renowned for the high number of Elvis impersonators that you meet all over the city and for the famous Elvis wedding ceremonies. Many of the Las Vegas chapels offer you the possibility of including the performance of an Elvis impersonator in the wedding ceremony or reception.

Just near the Las Vegas Strip, on Industrial Road, you can find the Las Vegas Elvis-A-Rama Museum dedicated to the memory of the "King of rock and roll". The museum is an absolute must see for any tourist staying or passing through the city.

Originating from Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis Presley grew up in Memphis, Tennessee and during the 60s and 70s was one of the brightest stars that Las Vegas had to offer.

He made his first stage appearance in Las Vegas in 1956 at the New Frontier Hotel but his act wasn't much appreciated by the time's critics. Fortunately, the bad critics that he received then didn't stop him from making trying.

He was a striking success when he tried again in 1969 on the stage of the International Hotel. That was the beginning of a successful run that lasted for seven whole years. During that time he broke all records for sold out shows. The last time the King appeared on stage was on December 12, 1976.

All the noticeable events in the singer's life are found in the chronicles of the Elvis-A-Rama Museum. The museum prides itself with the most complete collection of Elvis personal effects and memorabilia after the one in Graceland.

Thousands of items form the largest private collection related to the great performer. Items on display include covers from all his songs, original posters from all the movies he played in, lyrics handwritten by Elvis himself, pieces of clothing from his tour in the Army or that he used to wear during his performances and interactive displays.

The museum collection contains items like stage objects from the "Viva Las Vegas" movie, his piano, paintings and his jewelry. This is also the only place in the world where you can admire his famous peacock jumpsuit and his concert tour limo also on display.

The museum also hosts Elvis impersonator shows for those who want to relive the performances of the King.

The entrance to the museum is considered to be one of the most popular attractions that Las Vegas has to offer. Once you enter, you are guided by the voice of Elvis on a tour of the museum. Right after the entrance, you will find yourself facing a mural 80 feet long. It was created in 1979 in Nashville as a tribute to the rock and roll legend and it is signed by Chet Atkins and Maria Shriver.