This is what they saw...

[@dnicar]

I worked there about 20 years ago. It was true back then, that if you acted like you were more than a casual fan, they would not hire you. I worked as the asst maintenance dir for a few years, so I have been upstairs several times. The Maintenance dir was a friend of mine, and helped me get the job, so he told me to lay low on the fandom in the interviews. Good thing he did, cause I was/am a massive Elvis fan!!! Interesting note, at the time I was there, I counted approximately 40 guns upstairs. I'm sure they've all been cataloged and are in storage now though. Met Lisa Marie once. She was absolutely beautiful, inside and out. We spent about 10 minutes casually chatting, as we are only a few years apart in age, and both a couple of Memphis kids, though her childhood was obviously a bit different from mine! Also, Jack Soden is one of the most gracious humans I've ever known, hands down.

[@lisagintz8795]

Was the upstairs different or the same when you worked there?

[@dnicar]

@@lisagintz8795 It was relatively the same. Elvis had glaucoma, so he kept some sore of medicated Eyepads next to the bed. Those were still in the night stand, as were the 3 remotes he kept for the 3-26in console TV's that were installed in the ceiling directly over his king sized bed. In the 70's we only had 3 networks, NBC, CBS, and ABC, not including Public Television, so he had 3 Tv's installed in the ceiling so he could watch all 3 at once. The toiletries were still in around the sink in the bathroom, sans prescriptions. It was completely surreal, as you can imagine.

[@nanettetrinkle5641]

I have a question.. where do you get to the attic from upstairs? Where is the door and stairway located?

[@dnicar]

@@nanettetrinkle5641 wow, good question. As I recall, because I had zero interest in the attic, I believe there was a hatchway in the upstairs hallway, but I don't recall if there was an attached stair or not. Both the hatchway and pull-down wooden attic stair were common in virtually 99% of all Memphis homes built in that era, of which I grew up in, in Summer/Graham area of Memphis. When Elvis bought that home, it was way out in the country, for Memohis, but now the surrounding area is a dump, sadly. But EPE, has been buying up the surrounding areas for years. I haven't visited in about 5 years, and I really miss that place. I remember one night about 20+ years ago, standing INSIDE the wall, setting up the sound system for the candlelight vigil, and just being completely overwhelmed emotionally, that I was standing in Elvis' front yard! It's still a very emotional thing for me.

[@longstrandna1]

complete BS

[@MrLunchHour2]

I took a tour of graceland 2 weeks ago and my personal tour guide said “the only ones allowed upstairs was when elvis personally invited you upstairs. So since he’s no longer with us, he’s not here to invite you upstairs.” That hit my heart. And that’s a good enough reason for me never to see it.

[@irisrodriguez7753]

Yeah your right

[@CGinCT]

It’s also the floor where he passed (in the bathroom)in the front of the house over the entrance to Graceland. Anyone who goes to visit should just pause as you enter and look up to the right.

[@Alexander-tj2dn]

I would like to see it no matter what he said.

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

@@Alexander-tj2dn I'm sure a lot of people would. But it's the family who has the say, not anyone else and they say NO. That should be a good enough reason for everyone. They don't have to allow anyone on the property at all.

[@AnneliesRosseel]

@@Alexander-tj2dn your disrespectful

[@lindahughes9207]

Lisa said in interview the reason she doesn't want anyone going upstairs is because he died up there, she wants his space to remain private and it was his sanctuary, only staff is allowed upstairs(probably the cleaning ladies) she also said everything is the same as when he was there and looks like he just left. She did say that there is a tall stack of books piled on the floor in a corner on all sorts of religions, she said he was fascinated on reading about different types, I found that interesting. She also did say that she felt a real sense of peace when sitting in his room, so probably feels his spirit is still there and respecting that as well.

[@tommystearns1475]

Being allowed inside Graceland is a privilege of its own that Elvis’s family didn’t have to give us, I say we should respect his privacy in passing by not going upstairs into his personal sanctuary and let his spirit rest peacefully

[@RB-gt8bf]

Amen

[@Halfom]

I wholly agree.

[@rickeyzinn7542]

Well said ! I totally agree 👍

[@kiddo.vicious]

Heard that!💯 I've visited the mansion so many times growing up in Memphis I've lost count. There really is such an amazing energy and feeling being there if you're a fan like myself. Let's respect his privacy. He's put so much of his life on display to share with the fans he loved and adored.

[@PerrySkyePhoenix]

I agree. Very well said.

[@steelbat54]

I’ve been to Graceland twice and have been inside for the tour and to see the upstairs isn’t for the general public in my opinion. The man had very little privacy in life and I certainly do not want to take away this very private part of his life. Respect!

[@anY-bf9ud]

His upstairs quarters were his private sanctuary, it should remain that way. Elvis himself only ever invited people upstairs, it wasn't a free for all when he resided there, why should it be any different now. I wish folk would afford this man some dignity.

[@garywilliams2188]

I agree that people should not go upstairs, it's the one part of him, that Lisa and the rest of the family can have to themselves, the fans have everything else.

[@shawneedalegrimm9728]

I was just going to leave a similar reply, so I agree with Gary Williams.

[@joannaterrell4537]

Exactly how I would feel if it were me.

[@natalieevans6760]

Natalie Evans - I think it should stay private, to me it makes me feel as if he is around us , it’s his private domain and should always stay that way , we have access to everything else . Should not be up for discussion .

[@sher2341]

I totally agree with everyone. His bedroom was a private safe haven. Just like all of us have our own private bathroom and don’t want people in it! So I respect him enough to not even want to ever view it

[@sher2341]

I Meant that way all have our own private bedroom and our private space and that’s the way it should be for everyone including Elvis Presley may he rest in peace

[@shellyLynn68]

I think his daughter deserves to have something sacred and private to feel that connection with her dad. After losing my parents I wouldn't want to take that away from Lisa Marie❤

[@sithlordvader3435]

not only that its the only place elvis ever had any real privacy poor guy was under the microscope from 1956-1977 and even to this day it would be totally wrong to allow anyone invade the last place elvis was , teh last place he had truly to himself. if anyone goes in there that dont belong in there i hope they are forever haunted its bad juju to interfere in a persons place of nirvana.

[@GJoeJ010841]

Marchese is pronounced MARKAZEE. My Aunt has that name also.

[@brucedotson4838]

Ahhhh that selfish little b

[@evelynrayejohnson8690]

Lisa is a freak!!

[@irishgal353]

That upstairs is the only private thing left of Elvis as the public has everything else of his life. Let it stay private as I don't think he would appreciate the public disturbing that space. Rest in Peace Beautiful Elvis!!

[@guschenowth2440]

My brother and I visited Graceland a few years ago and we were lucky enough to have been the only 2 visitors that particular day. We spent 4 hours just walking around and absorbing the air Elvis breathed. We talked to staff members and many of them admitted that working there was just a job. But I agree that out of respect for Elvis and the family, the public should not be walking and taking pictures of the room Elvis passed away in.

[@cntrygirl7622]

I agree with that. IMO if the family opened up the upstairs people would only be morbidly interested in seeing the bathroom. I’m more interested in how he lived not how he died.

[@dustnbones0013]

@@cntrygirl7622 some people would do that yes, but the majority of the people would be respectful and would be okay with just seeing the rooms, and being just as respectful of the property, as they are downstairs,

[@cg4700]

That is exactly whyyyyyy it’s off limits.. Elvis passed upstairs. It be in poor taste

[@shaunwalker8686]

@@dustnbones0013 The upstairs was his an his immediate family living corder's!! Lisa's crib, an childhood room is upstairs, along with a sitting room, to watch TV, his bedroom, and the bathroom!! I don't think you understand that it was a Elvis's rule that nobody was allowed upstairs, in his living space, unless invited!! Priscilla, and Lisa have honored that rule!! Nobody went up unless invited by Lisa, as that was her and her father's space, there personal memories!!! She left everything the same, an wouldn't let anyone touch anything!!

[@dustnbones0013]

@@shaunwalker8686 I think ppl try to speak for elvis to much, elvis loved his fans, and doubt he would truly care about fans glancing at the upstairs, I'm not saying that fans should be allowed to lay on his bed or hang out in his bathroom, or anything ridiculous like that, but I don't see the difference between allowing fans to even go to the mansion in the first place, charge ridiculous prices, to only see a small portion of the house, hopefully they at least do a virtual tour of the upstairs, I would settle for that,

[@lindaweinstein4846]

I’m going to stick to how Elvis Presley’s daughter feels !!! It’s where her Father passed away , very traumatic and extremely sad💔He has so much more rooms and souvenir shops , clothing , jewelry , all his records the pool the full grounds of Graceland and now one room is sacred let it be 🙌🏼Respect and honor his daughter’s wishes ! Keep the cherished memories evolve around everything but The King’s private bedroom HONOR THAT ONE PLACE PLEASE 👑🙌🏼💔RIP AND LET THAT BE FOR ELVIS AND HIS REAL TRUE LOVE HIS DAUGHTER ❤️

[@yaminaburleson7130]

🙏💕

[@deannamaude2303]

Yessss I totally agree,as much as I would love to see it I respect Lisa’s request,I’d probably be the same…..TCB⚡️

[@bintsyboy]

Absolutely 👌

[@victoriaarcturus203]

He’s still alive

[@tammyscheel3604]

Elvis never really left the building,he just went upstairs.....it was his “sanctuary “,the only bit of privacy he had left. I agree with the family. He gave to his fans enormously,but he didn’t have to give it all!!

[@sithlordvader3435]

honestly its time for fans to give back to elvis he gave so much all he ever wanted was a little peace we should give that to him

[@jaya.0069]

@@sithlordvader3435 Totally agree with you!

[@adventurewiththemcgary2371]

absolutely are agree with you he give all this the only place he can be private.

[@gracieg7601]

@@adventurewiththemcgary2371 he loved his privacy. Leave it for his privacy. Lisa like to go sleep in daddy’s bed now and then. Leave it

[@vtrdriver6228]

I BELIEVE OUT OF RESPECT FOR THE FAMILY THAT UPSTAIRS AREA SHOULD BE KEPT PRIVATE. IF THE FAMILY WANTED TO THEY COULD POST PICTURES OF IT IN THE EXHIBITS. BUT I THINK THE PLACE ITSELF SHOULD REMAIN PRIVATE AS LISA MARIE WISHES. THAT WAS A VERY TRAUMATIC TIME IN HER LIFE AND I THINK WE SHOULD NOT INVADE HER PRIVACY.

[@conniepruitt3086]

I think pictures would be a good idea too.

[@donnagriffis3817]

Fans. Should not be upstairs walking. Around Donna

[@brandonhann2051]

When I was there, I took a VIP tour and someone in our group asked about upstairs and we heard the standard reason why we couldn't go up, but the guide also added that Graceland would have to undergo some major structural modifications to build a second exit for tourists (probably out to the back yard) and likely some other changes to accommodate the public...even in small numbers. I mean we're talking probably having to add fire exits, an elevator for ADA compliance and all sorts of things that would change the overall character of the home. For me, I'm fine with it being closed off as it is, but I do think that maybe Graceland should do a video/photo tour for fans to see.

[@elizabethlizst8583]

I agree! Maybe they should film upstairs and pass the videos in some other big rooms for visitors watch them!

[@ogs1mpson609]

@@elizabethlizst8583 💯 or have a VR tour available for guests.

[@ednakelley814]

I used to be a tour guide at a Civil War era plantation/mansion. It was my understanding that historic structures/sites are excempt from ADA compliance like elevators which is why you don't see one at Mt. Vernon or Monticello, etc because to do so , just like at Graceland, it would totally destroy the integrety of the orginial structure.

[@robinlanier6886]

Those are good enough valid reasons for me as well as the family personal reasons.

[@roybell8470]

One of my favorite all time memories is in 1976 I was 9 years old. I was allowed to go all the way up to front door and place my hand on the door knob. I know to some thst may sound silly. But I was raised by a Elvis loving family and we visited Graceland on 2 separate occasions before Elvis passed away. Supposedly the young lady who let me go thst far was his cousin or a family member of some sort. I can remember her to this day. She seemed tall and pretty with long straight black hair. If you are still alive thank yiu for allowing this little boy to get closer . 💙

[@bethglaser26]

Lisa Marie and her family stay at Graceland when they come to town. So no that’s a private place, home for her and her family, especially now that Benjamin is buried at Graceland

[@donnap.c.886]

I would have doubts as to wether or not Lisa and her family actually have stayed there. There would be so much for them to actually stay there, beds, showers, etc… just entirely too much.

[@Wanda4Trump]

@@donnap.c.886Riley has talked about it. They did stay up there. Someone would deliver them breakfast and they’d hide out upstairs during tour times.

[@cut1986]

Lifelong Elvis fan. I should NEVER be up there. That is a privacy he still deserves. He has given enough back to all of us.

[@georgenewell4494]

Should never be allowed upstairs,let the Presley family have "some" privacy of their own, through the years they have opened up that magnificent mansion but surely keep the rooms in which Elvis actually died in is something personally I wouldn't do,he deserves rest,he gave us his all in life and even in death .rest in peace Elvis you deserve it 🙏

[@robertreid9073]

@@georgenewell4494 totally agree elvis bedroom should never be on the tour he spent to much time there near the end he would spend weeks just in that room alone private it should stay that way TCB always

[@annreeves1983]

I agree, as well. Be happy with what Graceland allows us to see, as it is. That was Elvis' refuge. It should be respected. That's just me 💕

[@darlenedeluca8533]

i do agree w/ u 100%! Upstairs was our Elvis privacy! & Elvis does deserve that! & he gave us fans so much! i believe! Elvis upstairs in Graceland is just 4 our Elvis 4 sure! & 4 ever!

[@mixofnothing]

He has passed on. He doesn't care. A hundred years down the road the place will be sold and someone will be living in there again.

[@delorespetree207]

I would never go up there out of respect for Elvis and Lisa that's all Lisa has to remember her dad and it's her sanctuary to just to relax

[@nathueil1]

Sounds as if youd be crazy to go on up without a invite all carte blanche. "I wouldnt go up outta respect" as if anyone would make it but so far if they tried and i know people in general have. That being said, i ask so if Lisa Marie Presley asked...(and ill call her that because i dont know her well enough just to call her Lisa), youd just set there pearl clutching waving your hand over your face for air, sayin I cant outta respect? Your either A. Lying B. Mighty high on the morals C. Wrote your comment poorly.

[@tommyno24]

@@nathueil1 I would say you wrote your comment poorly

[@anneholden9908]

Agreed!

[@mrgroosumthasandman8046]

Dude! Even in life he didn't let most family members upstairs! That speaks volumes to a person that's introverted like myself. That to me is one person's special place of peace and quiet. LEAVE IT THAT WAY! Plus I think it adds a little mystique to the all out experience!

[@ElvisistheMan_]

I hear ya

[@neilt390]

He may have been owned by the public as an entertainer, but he was still a human being and deserves his privacy in that respect. It's a wonderful thing that most of Graceland is available to the public, and Priscilla needs to be thanked for that, IMO.

[@RDomgz]

Elvis was a very private person. Elvis, his family, and his friends deserve the privacy of a place that was just his.

[@careyfaulkner7293]

I'm sure one of their biggest thoughts also is that with all the people that visit Graceland that the stairs would take a toll eventually...it was the one place that Elvis could just go and relax ....maybe things are best to leave it alone for now since Lisa is still living...just my thoughts

[@judis6224]

Carey Faulkner, Elvis never used the stairs,he had his private one,and private entrance to his bedroom and outside,and you went to the attic through his dressing room.are you Scottish Carey,just looking at your last name,it's another spelling for falconer,have you heard of Eric Faulkner,the ex lead guitarist for the bay city rollers in the seventies?

[@sithlordvader3435]

@Norma Jean Vandever i honestly wish she would close graceland before epe ruins its legacy making more changes all for the sake of the mighty buck. whats going to happen when shes no longer able to say what is what or when she to passes away in 30-50 years from now? i dont want another person who had no idea who elvis was or what he wanted to be controlling the place. id like for it to be what it was from the time the place was built to the time elvis grandmother and aunt passed away- a house i would love to see riley or his 2 twin granddaughters perhaps raise a family there some day get to enjoy the hard work of their grandfather without having to share everything with people

[@myazstar]

People should be grateful that they're able to view the home's down stairs, grounds, graves, and much more. The upstairs should be respected and given to privacy. Lisa deserves at least that.

[@trudesquires1089]

No....Elvis and his family, deserve privacy. I've been to Gracelands, and I felt enough of his soul simply walking through the front door. Anyone who truely loves him, wouldn't want to invade the small amount of privacy that still remains for him and his family ❤ xxx

[@floydweaver1887]

Elvis was seaching he was never happy I pray he found the lord Because that all we need money cant make you happy yes it buys things but things cant give you what the lord can totally peace inside out

[@nelle9118]

@@floydweaver1887 You hope he found Jesus? Elvis new Jesus before he was even born.

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

@@floydweaver1887 I think Elvis was happy at Graceland, especially before his mother passed away and most certainly after he married Priscilla and had Lisa Marie, I think he had many many happy memories there. As far as knowing Jesus, I'm sure he did, he did many gospel songs and albums and I truly believe he went to heaven and is with his mama, daddy, grandparents and others he loved who have passed on.

[@robinlanier6886]

You must not know Elvis, to make a silly remark if he knew the Lord. You do know he made tons of Gospel records? His whole southern family knew and loved Jesus Christ. Guaranteed .

[@nelle9118]

@@rebeccahernandez3460 And I tell my daddy all the time, you better find him and have him waiting for me when I get there. 💜

[@jodiyoung9634]

You know I think it’s nice that the family has something that no one else has. People are to intrusive, and that made Elvis’s life horrible. He had to rent out anywhere he wanted to go, and go at night. Can you imagine? People were freaking out being stuck in the house because of COVID! That was his life, he was a prisoner. He was this amazing man who had such a wonderful presence, this world just squeezed the life out of. So let them have a place no one could see, a place where they can go to, to feel close to their loved one, father.

[@lillysbestlife]

I think it should be kept private ,just for his family only ❤️

[@reneerosenthal3340]

I agree with the decision absolutely.

[@danielh1830]

Unless Elvis specifically approved, there are some things that Elvis fans ARE NOT entitled to, and his room was his last bastion of privacy. He gave it all, and it was enough. Its none of our business.

[@saintjohnno]

My wife and l visited Gracelands early to mid 2000s.. l remember walking in the front door and being so over awe'd just being in the home of the king ... You look up the stairs and know its a definite no go. In fact l didnt want to. No matter how much Elvis gave to his fans , this was the part of his life that should always remain his and his alone except for immediate family.. I know we were only 2 of the thousands who had the privilege of being allowed into elvis's world where many can only dream. We're getting old now and our visit is all but a distant memory almost like only a dream. When i was about 12 years old, l picked up a magazine at my doctors surgery and read about this american rock and roller.. Never in my wildest dream did l think l would get to visit his home.. Memphis is a long way from Sydney Australia...

[@dianealhasan3431]

I would love to see the upstairs with Elvis bedroom, but I respect Lisa's decision. It does show respect for Elvis and the life he lived. Good topic. Thanks.

[@sabrinadecristofano7538]

Money can't buy everything. It was his private part of the house. Respect, that's all!! ❤️🇮🇹

[@ukrbs06]

Elvis was a private man and he respected everyone else's privacy. I think the Family keeping it "locked away" is the right call.

[@SetInStoneNow]

The man's bedroom and the scene of his death should remain forever out of reach to the world. Elvis gave so much and left such a staggering legacy, that should be more than enough. The poor man died a tortured soul. It would be obscene to invade that place in his home.

[@treatpeoplewithkindness5466]

100% agree

[@KevinsHeaven]

I am at the Graceland guest house right now as I speak with two of my daughters. We Did two Graceland tours today. The first was the VIP tour and the second was touring Graceland later in the day by ourselves with the same VIP privileges. The total experience was mind blowing. The second tour was peaceful and we took so much more in after the crowds had diminished. So grateful for this experience. Will never forget it for so many reasons...

[@ElvisistheMan_]

The less people the better it is…

[@KevinsHeaven]

@@ElvisistheMan_ agree! But glad it came after we learned a few things first with the guided, informative tour. What a day. PS...all the exhibits and shopping across the street was far bigger and better than expected. The fact that it was a picture perfect weather day made this a memory for the ages for our family!

[@luckycat-tarot]

His home is truely beautiful and peaceful ...Priscilla did a great job with the guesthouse as well...i love how upon check-in when you first enter the room EP music is playing on tv ...and the transportation at the guesthouse all play his music ...it was an incredible experience from begining to end

[@earlwalker4668]

No ways, Elvis gave us alot, let him have a bit of privacy

[@detawright8831]

I kind of like it that we can’t go up there. It still leaves just a little bit of mystery to Graceland. They’ve opened up so much of it for the fans already. It kind of leaves a part of him that belongs only to his family so that they can still feel that close bond with him when they go into his room that nobody else has.

[@jeffstamler4125]

Amen

[@kathyvalentine2040]

Maybe he is still alive, and up there , u know there is a exit stair to the kitchen and other parts of the house.. so much speculation. About his death, who knows.

[@christineromannoodles9616]

I think that was his private sanctuary. I respect Elvis enough to not go see his bedroom.

[@ericaramos3371]

I was there last weekend. My mother is a fan of his for years, when we pulled up to the parking lot, I felt sadness, I held back the tears....I told my mom ..... why do I just wanna bust out crying. We had a great time at Graceland, MEMPHIS TENNESSEE is a cool town. God bless you elvis.

[@lolasmom5816]

In truth, Graceland wasn't a happy, positive place in the last years of his life. It simply wasn't. It wasn't the happy home movies we've seen anymore. Graceland became a dark place esp in that last year of his life. That energy is still there. The negative energy from his addiction and death are still there. People think it's simply sadness from Elvis being gone. It's not. You're feeling that negative energy that was created there and has been left behind when he died.

[@historymaven]

I went to Graceland years ago. (I live near Memphis.) I would consider myself a casual fan. He died right after I was born, but I burst into tears there, too. I sure didn’t expect it!

[@rebeccahernandez3460]

@@lolasmom5816 How do you know this? Did you work there? He had a new girlfriend and Lisa Marie was there a lot I understand plus he had his dad and stepmother. He wasn't alone. I understand about his addictions, but that doesn't mean he was totally unhappy or the place had a dark negative energy. I saw a video where is ex wife Priscilla said she could feel Elvis's presence there and it was warm and comforting, if there was a dark energy there I don't think she'd feel that way..

[@bonniekaye]

I love Elvis. I feel like his bedroom was his sanctuary and it should stay *private.* ❤️🌹❤️

[@jasoncastor8535]

Keep it off limits, I’ve been an Elvis fan for over 40 years and I would never go anywhere he wouldn’t have let me if he were alive, we all need our own private personal space and his room was his

[@anjakrames5705]

I don't think that Elvis would have wanted, that everyone is able to visit his bedroom and bathroom, in which he also died. Who wanted that ? Rest in peace Elvis❤🙏❤ We always love you ❤

[@jobulmer2801]

Some things should be left private

[@TheRealJessicaValerio]

Doesn’t matter the reason to me. If the family doesn’t want anyone up there, I believe it should be respected. They shared him and every aspect of his life with the world. They deserve to have something to keep private for just themselves. And so does he.

[@InfectiousGroovePodcast]

I've been to Graceland about 20 times since I was 8 years old. When I was very young, I used to really want to go upstairs. Over time, the whole idea of that being Elvis' personal place has really set in with me. I have no issue looking at old photos and hearing stories but I honestly don't think I'd go up there even if they ever did open it to the public.

[@helenavilhena5804]

I think it should remain private , at least during Lisa's life as it 's her refuge when she needs peace and be connected with his father energy.

[@darranmartin7489]

Definitely kept private. How much more do we need to see? This is coming from a life long fan where a day doesn't go by where I dont play a record or scour the internet for some hidden treasure. It was his private sanctuary. Maybe a virtual tour I dont know but where would it stop? A look inside his bathroom to see where he died...I've a morbib curiosity to see but let's give the man some privacy and dignity in death.

[@stamps77]

I was in Memphis for Elvis' birthday a few weeks ago. They offered a special tour called Hidden Graceland the evening of Jan 7th, 8th and 9th. I think this was the first time they ever did this. A maximum of 10 guests per night. Angie Marchese and Tom Brown led the tour. I was able to get in on the 9th, with 6 other people. We were there for 2 1/2 hours, got to do things you can't do on the regular tour, and got to see things not on the regular tour. No, we didn't get to go upstairs to Elvis' room, but we got to see the room in the basement where Jerry Schilling lived, and the best was going upstairs in the racquetball court to Elvis' Dressing Room/Bathroom area. No cameras allowed for that part, but the scene is etched in my memory!

[@michelletimmons7179]

That’s cool you got to go upstairs in the racquetball court. Can you describe it..

[@alicemilling3706]

Wow great 😃👍

[@stamps77]

@@michelletimmons7179 You get up stairs and from there you can look down at the racquetball court, but turn to your left with your back to the racquetball court, and there are 2 doors. The one to the left is to the guest dressing room, you walk in and to the right are little cubby holes to put your street clothes in, a dressing area, if i remember correctly, there were 2 sinks with gold sparkled paint and gold plated faucets, a separate room with a commode, maybe an ok shower. Walking out, turn left to get to Elvis' dressing room. More deluxe obviously. Gold plated everything. Private commode, but the best part is Elvis' shower. Walk in, you can sit down. Tiles about 2 inches by 2 inches sort of a variety of colors a peacock would have. Blues, Greens, Gold...mostly Blue though. Gold Shower heads...14K I assume, by Jacuzzi. FIVE shower heads going in all different directions: 3 from overhead, 1 from the side and one low that shoots water upward. Crazy, but sounds interesting.

[@MyanmarAHla]

Thanks very much. Please keep Upstairs of Graceland to be Private for Elvis Aron Presley & his Family. We love them very much May GOD be with us, and Bless us. 'In GOD We Trust". Amen. Miss Lois Jane Lee 04/15/2021@12:15 am (EST,USA).

[@gwenmellows3760]

I think every one should respect lisa wishes the people should be satisfied they get to tour graceland the more they get the more thy want private should not be invaded full stop

[@pontiacguy77]

My great uncle knew Elvis. He and my grandpa went by to give a quote on a job. He was hired to install the black leather doors upstairs. My uncle was allowed upstairs, and in the basement, while my grandpa waited in the living room. My grandpa used to tell me the living room was red. I never believed him because the carpets at Graceland are white. Turns out, they were red in the 70s, which I didn’t know until I saw pics much later. Was really cool to see the doors my uncle installed.

[@marthahumphrey3849]

I read it was red and that’s because he allowed one of his girlfriends to decorate it but after his death, Priscilla and Lisa Marie put it back to the original color which was the way it is shown now.

[@ricosuave8123]

I have always said that if I had *ONE* dying wish it would to have a one-on-one personal VIP tour of Graceland, that included a tour of areas not normally accessible to the public and of the entire upstairs. I would not touch anything, nor take pictures or even film it. I would simply just soak it all in and be in the moment. I think it is the right decision not to allow visitors upstairs. But … I do wish they would perhaps have a really state of the art high quality video of the upstairs for fans to view on the official Graceland website. I think that would appease the vast majority of fans. That way you still get to see the upstairs, but still maintain the privacy and integrity of the rooms upstairs from being viewed in person.

[@conniedoan6917]

He gave us his all. Please let him have something that was his personal space left alone. Besides , I don't want to see where he passed away. I have been to Graceland , and it was still an unbelievable experience. I walked the grounds that he walked , I touched the handrail going into the downstairs that he touched , I pet his horses (which were still alive) , I stood 2 feet from his outfits in the glass encasements , etc. Why do I need to see the upstairs? It was already difficult to know that they brought his body down the staircase in front of me and out the front door that I walked in. No thanks. Show the man some respect. There has to be a limit. ❤

[@jackiekaras7975]

I think we should respect Elvis by not going upstairs...... Some things should remain private and this is one

[@Maxie19699]

It should be kept private, no question.

[@pauljones1350]

Rip Elvis it’s been 44 years ,hope your still there in spirit.

[@danielvelevski9166]

Elvis is 86 and alive living upstairs in Graceland.

[@rebeccabobobobo6071]

I agree he never died he's still alive that pastor Bob in Arkansas.

[@sharonwoods2831]

That's what I thought his there no one is allowed to see his alive

[@newman567]

If anyone wants to see the upstairs watch the beginning of This is Elvis. That’s the only time a film crew was allowed up there.

[@bettynewton6160]

NO! NO ! NO! That was Elvis’s sanctuary, when he was alive, The only place he could be alone when he wanted to be, without renting a place or kicking people out. I know he was mostly a people person, he Likes having people around. I may be wrong, but I feel like Everyone needs some “alone time”, it helps to center yourself, to get away from all the people who are constantly wanting something. Besides I Think I read somewhere that Lisa Marie used that room. It was on KZbin, I just don’t remember who posted it. BUT THE WHOLE TOP FLOOR SHOULD REMAIN CLOSED TO VISITORS,, I’m a Huge Fan of the King, have been since I knew what music was, and I think in a way all of his fans contributed to his ultimate death. Wee took and took everything he had to give and wanted more. I think that’s why he got into drugs in the first place, us and that piece of human waste who was his “manager”. He was only out for himself, how much money he could squeeze out of Elvis. I’ll get off my soap box now. R.i.p. Elvis, be at peace' we still Love you and miss you. 🦋🦋🦋

[@rosefinney3457]

I disagree that Elvis is no longer there .I have been to Graceland many times and you can feel Elvis's Spirit all over the house ,from the time you enter the front door . Elvis is still there 🌷🥀🌹

[@sithlordvader3435]

its only natural he died before he was ready to die he wanted to live for a very long time he had a lot to give and a lot he wanted to do. i dont think he will ever truly be at peace until he knows lisa marie is or at least with him in another 50 years hopefully not sooner

[@shannonm75]

That's just the energy you imagine because he was there. His energy was there. It's an echo of the past. Amazing phenomenon.

[@jaya.0069]

Was he eating peanut butter & banana sandwiches?

[@donnachesser9245]

I agree!!!! Every time I've been there I've felt something very intense and overwhelming!!!! I think that his soul is still there watching all of us who make the journey from all over the world just to see and feel apart of him!!!! I love Elvis and I love it there!!! I really can't wait to go back there!!!! It's a wonderful feeling when you Are there!!!!

[@gregamerson9172]

Rose, ur exactly right. Both times I've been it felt like he was gonna walk around the corner at any second. I've never felt that before or since, it was a little unsettling but it was real 👍👍

[@leecrowder4934]

Here are the procedures to getting in EP's bedroom, as laid out to me by Angie: 1. Written memo to Jack Soden as to the reason for needing access with an approximate time needed in the room. 2. Memo is approved by Soden, and forwarded to either Priscilla's, or Lisa's reps. 3. Approved or disapproved by either, and sent back to Soden. 4. If approved Soden will retrieve the keys from Graceland Vault area. The door has two combos. One Soden has, and the other is the head of Graceland security (not affiliated with their uniformed guards.) 5. The persons, or persons approved to enter the bedroom are checked for cameras, and have listed on a memo pad, what they are bringing up, or from the room. If photos of an item in the room are made, then each photo is accounted for, and stored by Soden while the process is on. 6. Soden, or one of his security will escort the rep, usually Angie Marchese to the upstairs area and open the two locked doors. 7. The time Angie is in the room is timed, and documented.

[@raquelmolina8814]

It's a privilege that Priscilla & Lisa open the house up to the fans..his bedroom is their room the last place her dad was & comforting about that I am sure. Let him rest who knows his spirit in the whole house.

[@sherrieashbrook1234]

As much as I’d like to see the upstairs, I totally agree with keeping it off limits to the public, out of respect for not just Elvis, but his family as well.

[@tinakent8432]

I'm 50/50 on it as well, I would love to see it but at the same time I understand their decision.

[@elvis78ale]

We sure are very curious to visit upstairs but I think they have to keep this part of the house private. Not only because it was the place where he died but also because he kept it private during his life.

[@rebeccacritchfield3429]

As a life long Elvis fan. I feel That them not allowing people upstairs may keep not only keep the respect of Elvis but the feeling the may have of being close to him up there. Things haven’t been changed so the memories and being able to step back In time to a happier place for them. Maybe the family feels that if people go up there it’ll change the dynamic of the memories. I say just leave it as it is and if people aren’t allowed up there, then that’s it. Maybe it’s the only place the family can have their privacy with like I said their memories.

[@Aaron-p-q9b]

No body is allowed upstairs because he’s still up there.

[@mahon0074]

I read the upstairs cannot handle that kind of traffic structurally. How about build a one for one replica of the top floor across the street as an exhibit. But in general, to keep the actual upstairs of the house private I think is appropriate and respectful. At some point I would also like to see them return the downstairs of Graceland to the Red Period as it was when Elvis last saw it, he remodeled those rooms in 1974 for a reason.

[@jimfoster7986]

I find it interesting that Graceland never actually existed the way it looks now when Elvis was alive. The Jungle Room decor came with the ‘74 red remodel, and the same is true of the TCB design in the basement. Also, the racquet ball court came after that, I believe.

[@mahon0074]

@@jimfoster7986 I totally agree, Elvis had the Racquet ball building built in 1975. Yes Elvis and Linda did the Red Remodel in 1974 and it covered the Pool room, the Jungle room, the TV room, the Music room, Dinning room, Living room, and I believe his bedroom. Priscilla changed the Living, Music and Dinning rooms before Graceland opened in 1982.

[@robertreid9073]

@@mahon0074 I think Pricilla changed it to the way it was when she was living there

[@jimfoster7986]

@@mahon0074 I’m pretty sure the bedroom was remodeled in the late 60s by Marty Lacker’s brother-in-law. The other stuff was all remodeled by Elvis and Linda in ‘74. Linda says in her book that she thinks EPE should have left it the way it was when Elvis died. The stained glass peacocks in the living room were part of the remodel, so the living room never actually looked the way it does now when Elvis was alive. Graceland, as it is today, is a composite.

[@brandonvandine1695]

@@robertreid9073 She's the devil to

[@carlcreech3717]

Over time the floor structure would be compromised and weakened due to the increased traffic. It would be a treat to see the upstairs but I also understand the privacy issue as well.

[@lilacsunshine3044]

Why not have a video feed for people to see?

[@barbmanley3114]

thats an an idea a video feed that way things wouldn't be dustier, etc by so many people going in and out

[@RB-gt8bf]

I don't think it is a treat. That is one reason why fans should never be allowed and let the family have some level of privacy that the public is not entitled too. I don't think they would think it is a treat to see where their family member passed away.

[@brianwhitney9181]

He already gave you his heart and soul on stage to the very end and you are not entitled anything more from him.

[@livewithnick]

It’s not “entitled” if you have to pay for it….

[@kindking8009]

I think as long as any family member who remembers Elvis (i.e. Priscilla, Lisa Marie) is still living, their wishes should be respected. It's sacred space to them. Maybe after they're gone they can open it up to fans.

[@carmenralzuri]

I am a fan of Elvis people respect the room where he died and should be respected always.

[@shirley1811]

Elvis deserves respect in his memory I think stay out....if this is how it was when he was still here.❤️❤️❤️

[@deoneoslanski8011]

I think it should be kept private for family. I wouldnt want anyone violating someones personal space.His fans dont have to know everything and they would understand. God Bless Everyone and stay safe in Jesus name Amen🙏❣

[@pamfrank3962]

I think since he didn't allow anyone up there when he was alive we should respect hus memory..there is so much we do get to share.

[@58classylady]

Someone once said that if everyone was allowed to go upstairs, structurally, the staircase would not hold that many people. I agree, even though I would absolutely love to see it.

[@brentcooper4345]

I had heard from employees that they wouldn’t hire you if they know your a fan also. As far as tours in the upstairs, no I don’t think we should be allowed. When Elvis gave people a tour of his home he never took them upstairs, so I think that should be respected. I also remember someone at Graceland saying the stairs would not support that volume of traffic over an extended amount of time. They would have to go in and change the structure of the house to support it. They are limited on the changes they are allowed to make because it’s on the historical register .

[@conniethomas8466]

I think it should remain private!

[@beckyd9383]

The stairs are not able to withstand that many people. Also, I believe his family deserves privacy - we don’t need to dissect Elvis’ life to love him and his music. I don’t think Elvis would want his sanctuary disturbed - it was a place he could relax and feel safe.

[@randyjohnson6640]

And since he passed, its been @lisamariepresley's safe haven

[@sithlordvader3435]

@@randyjohnson6640 especially these days when things have been very hellish for her

[@edwardpetersen7465]

As much as I personally would love to see it. It was his wish it... And needs to be honored and respected for all time

[@cherylkennedy-jones1206]

The family's personal space should not be invaded by anyone, unless they are invited there by family. Just because he was a famous & very well loved singer/actor/celebrity, he & his family deserved privacy & family still deserves privacy.

[@philipjackson3053]

NO NO NO LEAVE IT THE WAY IT IS NOBODY GOING UP THERE JUST STAFF AND FAMILY MEMBERS ONLY .RESPECT ELVIS AND HIS FAMILY .LET THE GUY HAVE HIS PEACE GOD BLESS HIM AND THE FAMILY.

[@shannonburns2525]

It's a private thing why would you want to go up there if he's not there

[@paulandrew6457]

Well he's not downstairs either but people want to see where he lived.

[@ChrisR_68]

I don't think I'd want to, esp his bathroom ya know !! It's just out of love and respect to Elvis. It's his family's choice. I think I'd break down in tears !! 😭😭😭

[@faulltw]

@@paulandrew6457 This was going to be my reply, but I am sure what she meant was he is not up there either.

[@TheJpep2424]

Same reason a million people come to graceland each year even tho he's not there.

[@chelseahann9205]

Yes but isn’t your home where your geusts gather??? He wanted his room private nothing wrong with that, a lot of ppl have their rooms off limits even if they aren’t home and they went to the store or see a family member, they’d show the house but their room… it’s normal

[@julesbarkel1365]

Think it should be left to the way it is. Out respect to Elvis & his family..

[@kerrydedalonis4431]

I don't think people should be allowed in his bedroom. I believe Lisa wants at least one item she can have for herself. Just my opinion.

[@ElvisistheMan_]

Yeah I think Lisa wants it for her private area.

[@davidtokyocarlisle79]

I agree, the upstairs should be kept private. I’ve seen fans say “We deserve to see the upstairs” uh NO fans don’t DESERVE anything. We are lucky Graceland is open to the public at all.

[@mariocruz6281]

@@davidtokyocarlisle79 I agree. Elvis gave all he had to his Fans and his Country. Lisa can close Graceland down anytime. Out of respect for her Father and the Fans, she has allowed so much of Graceland to be opened. Including her room. Her Father's Bedroom is the only private area She has left of her Father's. No other Entertainer gave as much to his Fans as Elvis did. They could of kept Glady's room private. It was that way, when Graceland first opened up. That's ignorant for Fans to say, they should show us what upstairs looks like. I wish they would give Lisa some respect. She has said numerous times, She goes up there to be close to her Father. Now She probably goes up there to be close to her Son as well. Especially since so many people have said that Benjamin looked a lot like his Grandfather. Lisa and her Children have a tremendous amount of pressure on them. July 12 is going to be a very hard day for Lisa and her Daughters and Priscilla. Lisa supposedly said, the backyard is not the same yard, I grew up in and had all the good times with my Father. Now it's a graveyard. Go to the Memorial Garden. My Father's there, My Grandparents are there, Dodgers there. And now my Son is on the other side. Praying for you Lisa and your Daughter's. God Bless.

[@christinestobbs774]

I'm sorry but all these people that are saying no one should be let up there, you can't tell me that if there was an opportunity to, they wouldn't go.... 🤔

[@LauraMalligan]

Last year (31st July 2023) I went to Graceland i had the ultimate tour - I think fans should be allowed to see upstairs at Graceland

[@carlfernandes1275]

Yes Elvis Presley privcy must be respected ❤

[@tonygonzalez2224]

I believe it just adds to the lore and mystery of Elvis and his personal life that still attracts his fans and people to come visit.

[@relvis42]

I think also should be kept private it's just like at your own home your bedroom is your private room no one needs to know what you have in your bedroom !

[@xealzy7157]

Yes it would be cool to see Elvis’ bedroom, but I wouldn’t want people snooping round were I died.

[@ElvisistheMan_]

Maybe they couldn’t go into the bathroom

[@xealzy7157]

@@ElvisistheMan_ True. I’m just 50/50 on this. Of course any Elvis fan would want to see his bedroom.

[@susanmay7807]

@ Xealzy NO THEY WOULD NOT!!! IT IS A PRIVATE PLACE FOR HIS FAMILY!!!!!!! Would you want strangers going around your bedroom!!!!

[@gloriae.p.luvr4life394]

I think I'm 50/50 too. I understand the part about it being out of respect for Elvis and his family that they don't want people going up there, but I also agree that if he were here he would want his fans to be able to see all of his house including his room/dressing room, etc. I think one cool way to compromise would be something like a live cam so that us fans could just see the upstairs and it would still remain closed off from anyone entering physically.

[@sidekicklztmr2998]

I think that we should respect the families privacy ! There should be some things kept private and this is one of them. I mean Elvis has given us so much already.

[@hamhocksandflipflopsfarms]

I think it should stay private. That being said, some pics would suffice.

[@jjano2320]

Yes, a virtual tour would be good enough.

[@dorothyhagen787]

Some "pics" wouldn't be PRIVATE anymore!

[@lyndaantoinette8391]

No I think something shud be kept private, Elvis kept his bedroom private then & it shud be kept private now , im a lifelong Elvis fan x

[@bigmoose1967]

It's Lisa who needs that space for her thoughts, I am sure Elvis himself would not allow just anyone in his room.

[@tommystearns1475]

No one was allowed upstairs at Graceland without a personal invitation from Elvis and that was limited to select friends and family. I think we should respect his wishes even in passing by honoring that so his family has a private place to sit and remember him

[@lindacorreia428]

I am a huge Elvis fan, have been for many years, Elvis Is My Man, I visited Graceland October 2018, and it does not Bother me that we were not allowed up into Elvis's Private Space, I was just happy to walk into Graceland, and into areas that he shared with his visitors, I see it as a space that his daughter Lisa can be Close to her Dad, she had to share him with the world, she lost him at nine years old, and his private space is all she has left to herself of her dad !

[@shirleydupreez8529]

I would say respect their wishes, just because as we all know at home he was a private man. So I would say this is his wish no one else. I grew up with his music in parents home. I was born in 1972 and me and a friend of mine still listens to his music. This was his only wish to keep everything private at his house, I mean keep the respect for him and let it be. If I had a Genie lamp I would only ask for 1 wish and that is to stand in front of his Memphis house (not to go in, just at the gate.) RIP Elvis.... #neverfogotten #alwaysinourheartsmindandsoul.

[@yolieortega5515]

Yes it would be nice, but i personally would Not like people coming into his personal bedroom. It should remain private always. Remember him that should be enough.

[@jimmynewcomb4768]

I believe that it was his private place and should be kept that way it was were he relaxed and was able to meditate with God God Bless Him

[@susanwesterfield9241]

If Elvis’ family doesn’t want anyone up there then that decision should be respected. I think it should be left alone.

[@cindyphifer970]

I feel Lisa's request should be honored. I was just grateful to see what parts of Graceland were allowed and to be able to pay my respects at the grave site

[@PatriciaTaylor-x7e]

Keep bedroom private

[@gingergrant3932]

I haven't been able to go to graceland as of yet. I hope to go one day. I would love to be able to go upstairs, but on the other hand this was Elvis' personal space where he could have privacy. So I think we all need to respect it and leave it as it is.

[@vashsant9749]

So we know lots of people have been up there. From Johnny Harra and the actress who played Ginger, to the folks who took stuff out of his room for exhibit like the gold bedroom phone and up to some technicians who set up the live cam feed from his bedroom window. This whole thing about his privacy is important, but it also creates a mystique about the legend.