St. Louis + Memphis

An impromptu road-trip took my mom and me to St. Louis and Memphis. We had to pit stop in Illinois for a night so I could take a standardized test, but we didn't let that ruin our fun. St. Louis is always a pleasure to visit, especially with the revitalized downtown area.

I spy the Old Courthouse.
This is where the Dread Scott decision was made.

The Old Cathedral + the Gateway Arch 

The Gateway Arch

Although Memphis is rundown, we explored the city's most touristy attractions and loved them: The Peabody Hotel, Graceland (!!!), Sun Studio, and Beale St.

See the ducks in the fountain? 

The Peabody owners' walk of fame 

Elvis bought Graceland when he was 22.
I'm 24 and have nothing to show for my life.

Elvis' platinum records

In these, the pelvic thrust was born. Thank you, Elvis.

Sun Studio is where Rock 'n Roll was born.