Our family really enjoyed the permanent collection.... wrought iron doors, crosses, benches, gazebo, ornaments. Pieces date back to 16th century. Outside, there are beautiful gardens and an ornate gazebo that overlooks the river. Another building in back has a working blacksmith shop. We enjoyed our visit with him. Right as we entered, the woman working there was very friendly, welcoming... more

Ugh, I read some other reviews about this "scenic location" and "impressive collection". Please believe me, skip it. The identical view is free along the entire Memphis waterfront, the "collection" is a few odds and ends in a tiny house turned museum. The grounds are small, layout bizarre, foundry/blacksmith shop completely uninformative. I do not usually write negative reviews but... more

I enjoyed the ornamental metal museum. It is located on the grounds of an old army barracks site, with many old and beautiful buildings and trees. It is also located right on the bend of the Mississippi River with breathtaking views of the bridges and downtown Memphis. It is right across the street from two old hollow Indian mounds which... more