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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Cleveland

Just as rock ’n’ roll is ever changing, so are the exhibits and displays in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland. But staples found behind the glass pyramid facade include an Elvis exhibit with exclusive 14-minute film about the King, and the “Legends of Rock and Roll” exhibit that showcases artifacts from the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Jimi Hendrix and more. The Guitar Gallery features instruments owned by Eric Clapton, John Lennon, Tom Petty, Jerry Garcia and others.

The Hall of Fame offers a variety of group packages that, along with discounted admission, can include a scavenger hunt, meal vouchers for the All Access Café and a special museum discount card. Groups can also add special experiences, such as an excursion cruise or a live performance by the Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall.

www.rockhall.com

Grammy Museum

Los Angeles

The word “Grammy” is synonymous with music, and the Grammy Museum in Los Angeles is a temple to modern musicians. Current exhibits explore the music of saxophone legend John Coltrane and Colombian singer/songwriter Carlos Vives, as well as 40 years of punk rock in Los Angeles.

“On the Red Carpet” features some of the Grammy Awards’ most memorable outfits, and “In the Studio” is a series of interactive pods that take guests inside the recording process. The “Roland LIVE” gallery allows visitors to play electronic musical instruments, and “Revolutions of Recorded Sound” leads guests through the history of recorded music, from wax cylinders to surround sound.

Among its current exhibits is a tribute to Michael Jackson from his early career with the Jackson 5 to his galactic solo years. Visitors can see the red letterman jacket Jackson wore in the “Thriller” video and a sequined glove from his 1984 Victory tour.

www.grammymuseum.org

Rachel Carter

Rachel Carter worked as a newspaper reporter for eight years and spent two years as an online news editor before launching her freelance career. She now writes for national meetings magazines and travel trade publications.