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Elvis Presley Birthplace

Step into the tiny house where the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, took his very first breath!

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Elvis Presley Birthplace Museum and Chapel Just Ahead, Tupelo, Mississippi

Elvis Presley Birthplace Museum and Chapel Just Ahead, Tupelo, Mississippi

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'Elvis Presley Birthplace' -- Tupelo (MS) May 2013

Key Facts

Location
Tupelo, Mississippi.
Type of House
Shotgun house.
Famous Resident
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock and Roll.
Fun Fact
A big tornado missed the house when Elvis was a child.

Welcome to the Little House!

Imagine a house so small, it's like a cozy playhouse! This is where Elvis Presley, who became a super famous singer called the King of Rock and Roll, was born. It's a special place in a town called Tupelo, Mississippi. This little house is like a time machine, taking us back to when Elvis was just a baby. It’s a place people visit to learn all about his amazing life and music.

A Tiny Home for a Big Star

This house is called a 'shotgun house' because it's long and narrow. If you opened all the doors, a straight line of bullets could fly right through! Elvis's parents, Vernon and Gladys, lived here.

It was very small, and they didn't have much money. Sometimes, they had to move to find work. This little house is much smaller than your school!

It’s a reminder that even the most famous people start in very humble places.

A Tornado Surprise!

When Elvis was a young boy, a giant, scary tornado hit near Tupelo. It was a very dangerous storm that destroyed many things and hurt many people. But guess what? The little house where Elvis was born was safe! It was like a little miracle that the house, and Elvis's family, were not harmed. This amazing event is part of the story of this special place.

More Than Just a House!

The Elvis Presley Birthplace is more than just the little house. There's also a museum with cool things to see about Elvis's life. There's a pretty chapel, and even the church his family went to. It’s like a whole park dedicated to his story. People come from all over the world to see where the King of Rock and Roll began his journey. It’s a place that celebrates music and dreams!

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