The year 2007 marks a very special anniversary for Graceland.  In March 1957, Elvis Presley purchased Graceland for his home. And to commemorate this historic event, Painter of Light, Thomas Kinkade, has created his newest masterpiece “Graceland, 50th Anniversary”

Kinkade will unveil the masterpiece during the “Light and Legend Event” to be held on March 23rd and 24th at Graceland.  Welcoming him to Graceland and attending the unveiling will be Priscilla Presley.

Kinkade visited Graceland in September 2006 to paint a study for the painting, and had this to say, “Elvis Presley created rock and roll and changed music forever. Graceland was his refuge from the demands of his fame. My hope is that I will capture on canvas a bit of the home that he loved so much.

“As for me as an artist, I create art that is accessible for everyone, just as Elvis created music that is enjoyed by millions of people the world over.

“The Elvis I want to celebrate is the private man; the inspiration of how one person can use his or her God-given talent to bring joy to millions of people," said Thomas Kinkade in a recent interview.

The Graceland limited edition paintings will be made available through Thomas Kinkade galleries.  Graceland is located at 3734 Elvis Presley Boulevard, Memphis, USA.