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EXHIBIT GUIDE - The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum

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<strong>EXHIBIT</strong> <strong>GUIDE</strong>


ENJOY YOUR VISIT• A five- to six-hour touring experience with seven floors <strong>of</strong> exhibitionspace, spanning 150,000 sq. ft.• 18 permanent exhibits highlighting the history <strong>of</strong> rock <strong>and</strong> roll,from its roots to the present• Interactive listening stations• Films showing in several theaters, including the <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fame</strong>, whichfeatures a dramatic multi-media gallery on three giant screens totell the story <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> inducteesNote: <strong>The</strong>re may be lines for some <strong>of</strong> the films. Please refer to theLED screens located outside <strong>of</strong> some theaters for start times.If you are here for more than one day, become a member <strong>and</strong> enjoy free admissionall year long. Memberships, admissions <strong>and</strong> store purchases help fund our effortsto educate the world on the social significance <strong>of</strong> the rock <strong>and</strong> roll art form.“A CHANGE IS GONNA COME”This fall, the <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fame</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Museum</strong> will begin amajor redesign. For the first time since the <strong>Museum</strong> opened 15 yearsago, the galleries will be revamped to reshape <strong>and</strong> improve the visitorexperience <strong>and</strong> create a more cohesive <strong>and</strong> flowing narrative aboutthe history <strong>of</strong> rock <strong>and</strong> roll. In addition, all <strong>of</strong> the audio-videoinstallations <strong>and</strong> interactive kiosks will be upgraded to make themstate <strong>of</strong> the art.While we recognize that some <strong>of</strong> the work <strong>and</strong> changes we make will attimes be an inconvenience, we’re working hard to minimize the impacton the visitor experience. Our hours <strong>of</strong> operation will stay the same, most<strong>of</strong> the work will be done after hours <strong>and</strong> we’ll only close small portions <strong>of</strong>the Stop <strong>Museum</strong> by our as kiosk necessary in the to lobby update for exhibits. a special <strong>of</strong>fer!


EXPLORING THE MUSEUMLobby/Plaza level (L)• Right Here, Right Now featuring today’s hot artists.• <strong>The</strong> <strong>Museum</strong> Store carries <strong>of</strong>ficial <strong>Museum</strong> merch<strong>and</strong>ise,as well as a wide selection <strong>of</strong> music <strong>and</strong> books.Lower LEVEL (G) - Ahmet M. Ertegun Main Exhibit <strong>Hall</strong>• Legends <strong>of</strong> <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong>• Treasures from the VaultSPECIAL <strong>EXHIBIT</strong>ION:• ELVIS 1956: Photographs by Alfred Wertheimer(September 11, 2010 – January 2, 2011)INTERACTIVE LISTENING <strong>EXHIBIT</strong>:• <strong>The</strong> Beat Goes On – Performer Influence DatabaseFILM:• Mystery Train CCAlso on this level: Hip-Hop, Elvis, the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Jim Morrison <strong>and</strong> the <strong>Roll</strong>ing Stones.LEVEL 2• Architects <strong>of</strong> <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong> featuring Les Paul, Alan Freed <strong>and</strong> Sam Phillips• Listen to the Music: <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong> <strong>and</strong> the Evolution <strong>of</strong> Audio Technology• <strong>Roll</strong>ing Stone magazineINTERACTIVE LISTENING <strong>EXHIBIT</strong>:• <strong>The</strong> New Sound: Les Paul <strong>and</strong> the Electric GuitarFILM:• Video Killed the Radio Star (11 minutes) (Advisory: Contains mature themes)LEVEL 3• HALL OF FAME WING Inside is a multi-media production (shown continuously) (63 minutes)that combines film footage, music, interviews, animation <strong>and</strong> stillphotography to tell the stories <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fame</strong> Inductees. This areaalso features ceremony highlights <strong>and</strong> artifacts from this year’s Inductees.• CAFÉ serves refreshments, light meals <strong>and</strong> is accessible to ticketed <strong>Museum</strong> visitors <strong>and</strong> members.• Also on this Level: Janis Joplin <strong>and</strong> Rick NelsonLEVEL 4• Pink Floyd <strong>The</strong> WallINTERACTIVE LISTENING <strong>EXHIBIT</strong>:• <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fame</strong> Inductee JukeboxesFILMS:• Foster <strong>The</strong>ater: (See posted sign for current film information)LEVELS 5 & 6RestroomsCoat CheckATMSPECIAL <strong>EXHIBIT</strong>ION AREA FEATURING:• From Asbury Park to the Promised L<strong>and</strong>: <strong>The</strong> Life <strong>and</strong> Music <strong>of</strong> Bruce Springsteen(Open now through 2010)• Alan Freed Radio Studio - Watch <strong>and</strong> listen to SIRIUS DJs live from our state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art studioStay Connected!Sign up for the <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>Hall</strong>’s e-newsletter atwww.rockhall.com/newsletter <strong>and</strong> be the firstto receive the latest updates on upcoming exhibits,special events, exclusive giveaways <strong>and</strong> more!


INFORMATIONHours (subject to change)Open 7 days a week 10am-5:30pmWednesdays 10am-9pmClosed Thanksgiving <strong>and</strong> Christmas DaySummer HoursMemorial Day-Labor DayOpen daily 10am-5:30pmWednesdays & Saturdays 10am-9pmTicketingTickets can be purchased at the InformationDesk (lobby/plaza level) or Will Call.Members: Please go to the Information Deskfor admission.<strong>Museum</strong> MembershipBecome a member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Museum</strong> <strong>and</strong> receivefree admission all year, store discounts, advancenotice about exhibits <strong>and</strong> programs, <strong>and</strong> more.Join at the info desk in the lobby or call216-515-8425.Advisory Notice<strong>The</strong> <strong>Museum</strong> exhibits contain straightforwarddepictions <strong>of</strong> the history <strong>of</strong> rock <strong>and</strong> roll <strong>and</strong>its culture. Some exhibits <strong>and</strong> films containmature themes <strong>and</strong> images.A Note on Changing ExhibitsTo capture the ever-evolving spirit <strong>of</strong> rock <strong>and</strong>roll, the exhibits are changed frequently <strong>and</strong>some items are displayed on a temporary basis.As such, areas <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Museum</strong> may be closedduring your visit.VISITOR SERVICE & SECURITYVisitor Services staff are stationed throughoutthe <strong>Museum</strong>. Please feel free to ask them fordirections or assistance during your visit.Security Representatives are located throughoutthe building to ensure your safety <strong>and</strong> security.In case <strong>of</strong> an emergency, dial 1268 on the<strong>Museum</strong>’s house phones (located on all levels<strong>of</strong> the <strong>Museum</strong>).Docents are available for guided tours. Pleasevisit the Information Desk for tour start times.We appreciate any comments or suggestions thatyou may have in regards to your experience hereat our museum. Comment forms are available atthe Information Desk.PhotographyDue to our agreement with artists <strong>and</strong> donors whohave generously loaned or donated artifacts to the<strong>Museum</strong>, photography <strong>and</strong> video are allowed onlyin the <strong>Museum</strong> lobby. All cameras <strong>and</strong> cell phoneswith digital cameras must be checked at Coat <strong>and</strong>Camera Check before touring.ACCESSIBILITY<strong>The</strong> <strong>Museum</strong> is wheelchair accessible <strong>and</strong>elevators serve all levels. Visitor Servicesmaintains a limited supply <strong>of</strong> wheelchairs <strong>and</strong>strollers at the Information Desk (lobby/plazalevel). If you require assistance in any area <strong>of</strong>the <strong>Museum</strong>, please see any Visitor Servicesstaff member.Closed captioning is available in some <strong>of</strong> ourtheaters <strong>and</strong> exhibits. Please ask a VisitorServices staff member for details.Assistive Listening Devices (ALDs) are availablefor check out at coat check.Large print <strong>and</strong> foreign language brochures, largeprint exhibit text <strong>and</strong> labels <strong>and</strong> Braille guides areavailable at the information desk; all are free.NOTICENo food, beverages, drugs, cans, glass containers,weapons or any kind <strong>of</strong> contrab<strong>and</strong> are allowedinto the <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong> <strong>Hall</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fame</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Museum</strong>.LOST AND FOUNDPlease consult Visitor Services or Security staff.PARKINGVisitors who park at the Great Lakes ScienceCenter can stop at the Information Desk or WillCall to have their parking pass validated for a $2discount on parking. Some restrictions apply.Family Restroom/Nursing available upon request.Closed Captioning available in some areasWIFI available in all Public Lobby areasRecycling available in Main Lobby & CaféAvailable at the Information DeskSee staff for accessibility informationA SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS1100 <strong>Rock</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Roll</strong> Blvd.Clevel<strong>and</strong>, Ohio 44114888 . 764 . ROCK • www.rockhall.comSeptember - December 2010

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