Elvis' Graceland in Memphis (photos)

In honor of Elvis' birthday (he would have been 77 years old today, Jan 8), here are some pics from Graceland (from my trip there last July 2011). Click for larger view. 

Welcoming sign

Elvis' mansion was named Graceland before he purchased it in the late 50s. 

He lived there until he died.

The living room as you walk in

Dining room

Elvis' lounge, the "jungle room" where he recorded several albums in the 70s.

Green shag carpet.

Elvis' pool.

Grave

Lots of people there today. (July 5, 2011)

Elvis' car museum featues about a dozen of his cars

There are several museums you can visit; one has an entire

exhibit of all of Elvis' Gold records and plaques and awards.

Grammys

Gordon Stoker, who sang in Elvis' vocal background group The Jordanaires, said Elvis didn't liked this show, and never wanted anyone to talk about this show again. He hated being on the Steve Allen shows. (source: radio interview on Sirius XM's Elvis channel)

Several other exhibits have memorabilia from his movies.

Elvis statue in downtown Memphis, Tennessee.