MEMPHIS, TENN. (WWSB) - Graceland formally announced its largest and most significant expansion since opening to the public in 1982 with the unveiling this morning of its plans and artist renderings for "Elvis: Past, Present & Future".
The 200,000-square-foot and $45 million entertainment complex is now under construction across the street from Elvis' iconic Graceland mansion. The state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to open in the Spring of 2017. It is planned to be five times the size of the current visitor center and will present the life, career and legacy of the entertainer like never before.
The complex will showcase an interactive and immersive pop culture experience connecting visitors to Elvis' personal interests and activities throughout his life, including his passion for automobiles and new technology.
