Graceland and Museum of Broken Relationships

Graceland Graceland Mansion in Memphis, Tennessee was home to the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. With it’s green carpeted ceilings in the Jungle Room, three TVs in the den, and general Elvis personality, it has become a must-see house and museum for Elvis fans worldwide. It has since expanded from just the house to two shopping centers and a hotel around the circumference of the Graceland property. Today Angie Marchese, Director of Archives, joins us to share interesting stories that made Elvis the cultural icon that he was. Website: http://www.graceland.com Museum of Broken Relationships From a wrapped carnival gingerbread cookie to a black stiletto, the Museum of Broken Relationships in Los Angeles, California is home to all sorts of trinkets and keepsakes from failed relationships. These items are donated by the ex-lovers themselves as a way to preserve their past loves and move on to new experiences. Museum Director Alexis Hyde shares her insights on the value of sharing these items as a way to learn and heal. Website: http://www.brokenships.la