The presence of Elvis Presley is felt every day at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, but the King is going to get even more coverage with a new exhibit devoted to the late singer. It features objects loaned from the estate at Graceland, giving fans the opportunity to see these items, even if they can’t make it to Memphis.
The exhibit opened on Friday, with fans flocking to see over 40 items from Graceland, reports The Associated Press. Fans will not only get to see artifacts from his heyday, but also examples of his excessive jewelry, including a 41-carat ruby and diamond ring and a sapphire pinky ring.
A special section of the collection is dedicated to Presley’s Army service, which began in 1958. These items include a fatigue shirt and his induction orders.
Fans can also check out his “If I Can Dream” TV special white suite and a custom 1975 SuperTrike motorcycle.
According to the Rock Hall, the exhibit also includes a new film that highlights some of Presley’s key performances, from the start of his career to his latter day shows.
Presley died in 1977 and was one of the first members inducted into the Rock Hall in 1986. He still holds records for most Top 40 hits (104) and most Top 10 hits (38).
"We're using it as a chance to introduce some really iconic artifacts and also to change up the exhibition space. It's more than just a refresh," rock hall president and CEO Greg Harris told the AP. “We all know Elvis didn't invent rock 'n' roll. He was the shot heard 'round the world for everybody to embrace it and be moved by it.”
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