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HOMEATTRACTIONS of MEMPHIS
| Adventure River Water Park 6880 Whitten Bend Cove 25 acre aquatic park Features giant wave pool, water slides, man made river, kiddies play pool, and more Admission charged |
| Agricenter International 7777 Walnut Grove Rd America's premier showcase for agricultural technology 1000 acre complex demonstrating the latest agricultural products, equipment, and practices Farmer's Market for local produce Exhibition pavilion & 575 seat amphitheater Free |
| Art Museum of the
University of Memphis 3750 Norriswood Changing exhibitions in main gallery throughout the year Permanent collections: Egyptian antiquities and The Neil Nokes West African Art Collection Free |
| Beale Street Historic
District Includes Beale Street from Main to 4th Established in the early 1900's. The "blues", was born on a Beale Street Street lined with saloons, gambling halls, and theaters W C Handy wrote "Memphis Blues" here Nightclubs with live music offer a wide variety of food, drink and entertainment Specialty shops galore featuring gifts, souvenirs and T-shirts Cover charge at individual nightclubs |
| Center for Southern
Folklore 130 Beale St Intimate informal folklife center presenting the people, music and traditions of the South Changing exhibits about music, Beale St., & regional folk arts Gift shop featuring southern music, books, food & folk art Beale St. & music films shown daily Free |
| Chucalissa Archaeological
Museum 1987 Indian Village Dr Museum includes artifacts of Indians of Mid-South area A reconstructed 15th-century village with thatched houses & mounds Admission charged |
| The Children's Museum of
Memphis 2525 Central Ave A discovery museum for children & their families within a kid size city Programs & exhibits encourage visitors to learn by doing Admission charged |
| Coors Brewery/The Coors
Belle 5151 E Raines Rd Free tours of brewery Adult guests can sample beer in The Coors Belle Hospitality suite modeled after a riverboat |
| Crystal Shrine Grotto 5668 Poplar Ave Man made cave from natural rock, quartz, crystal in Memorial Park Cemetery Free |
| The Dixon Gallery &
Gardens 4339 Park Ave 17 acres of gardens & woodlands A specialized art museum focusing on 19th century French painting Admission charged |
| Dixon Gallery and Gardens 4339 Park Ave British portraits and landscapes, decorative arts, changing exhibits Open Tues.-Sun., admission |
| The Downtown Trolley Restored antique trolley cars take passengers to downtown attractions The line runs from The Pyramid arena to Beale Street and the National Civil Rights Museum Ducks Unlimited International Headquarters One Waterfowl Way International headquarters facility One of North America's largest wetlands conservation organizations Featuring tours and displays of memorabilia and wetlands ecosystem Free |
| Graceland 3734 Elvis Presley Blvd Guided tours of Elvis Presley's Memphis estate including the home & grounds Attractions: Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, Elvis' 2 private jets, "Sincerely Elvis" Museum Gift shops, ice cream parlor & 2 restaurants Admission charged |
| Laurel Hill Vineyard 1370 Madison Ave Small farm winery which produces wines in European styles from old world grapes Slide presentation and wine tasting Free |
| Libertyland 940 Early Maxwell Blvd Historical, educational, and recreational family amusement park Filled with live music shows 22 rides for adults and children Delicious foods, games, quaint shops, special events Admission charged |
| Memphis Belle Located on Mud Island First B-17 bomber to successfully complete 25 missions in World War II Has been featured in several films Admission included in general Mud Island fee Guided tours available |
| Memphis Botanic Garden 750 Cherry Rd 96 acres of distinctive gardens and plant collections 20 display gardens including the Rose, Iris, Wildflower, Japanese Garden of Tranquility And the Sensory Garden Tropical Conservatory & varied art exhibits Admission charged |
| Memphis Motorsport Park 5500 Taylor Forge Dr Auto racing Featuring: Meguiar's Mid-South Nationals, Super Chevy Show, National Muscle Car Association Motorcycle events, weekly ET Bracket Racing and Test-n-Tune NHRA sanctioned track Admission charged |
| Memphis Pink Palace Museum & Planetarium 3050 Central Ave Offers prize winning permanent exhibits on the cultural & natural history of the mid-South Exciting temporary exhibits Within the Museum building is a Union Planters IMAX Theatre Non-stop adventure films that make the audience feel they are in the movie 165 seat Planetarium star theater which presents programs on astronomy & frequent laser shows Admission charged Open daily except Monday |
| Memphis Queen Line
Riverboats Sightseeing, sunset dinner, moonlight, & private party cruises on the Mississippi River Admission charged |
| Memphis Zoo and Aquarium 2000 Galloway Ave In Overton Park Home to over 2,800 animals representing 400 species Cat Country is the outstanding home for exotic and endangered wild cats Meerkats, Primate Canyon, Animals of the Night, Cat House Cafe and a tram Gift shop, concessions and children's rides Admission charged |
| Mississippi River Museum Located on Mud Island Dedicated to preserving and interpreting the natural and cultural history of the "Father of Waters" Audio visual productions & fine collections of artifacts & riverboat models Visitors can board a full scale replica of an 1870 riverboat & hear tales of river adventures |
| Mud Island 52 acre river park and entertainment complex dedicated to life on the Mississippi River Spectacular "River Walk" is a detailed, flowing scale model tracing the river's course All the way to the Gulf of Mexico Includes America's only Mississippi River Museum, the "Memphis Belle" "WWII's most famous B-17 bomber 5,000 seat amphitheatre & restaurants Admission charged |
| The National Civil Rights
Museum 406 Mullberry St Site of the 1968 assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Brings to life the most significant epoch of modern history, including sights, sounds, and tensions Admission charged |
| National Ornamental Metal
Museum 374 W California Ave Nation's only museum dedicated exclusively to the art & craft of fine metalwork Watch staff metal artists at work in the Schering-Plough Smith Great gift shops Admission charged |
| Overton Square Cooper St Popular entertainment district Unique blend of restaurants, comedy, shops, boutiques and more Free |
| The Peabody Ducks 149 Union Ave Peabody Ducks strut their stuff through the lobby to the music of the "King Cotton March" Free |
| The Pyramid One Auction Ave The third largest pyramid in the world 32 story landmark on the banks of the Mississippi River The base would cover six football fields Tours daily, group rates, student rates, catered lunches and private parties available Admission charged |
| Shelby Farms Show Place
Arena 105 S Germantown Rd Multipurpose arena facility used mainly for equestrian events |
| Southland Greyhound Park 1550 N. Ingram Blvd America's #1 greyhound racing facility with pari-mutuel wagering on champion racing greyhounds Special group meal and admission packages available Admission charged |
| Sun Studio 706 Union Ave One of the most famous recording studios in the world Admission charged |
| Victorian Village Historic
District 600 block of Adams St A group of well preserved 19th century homes Open daily Admission charge |
| W.C. Handy Museum And
Gallery 352 Beale St Actual home where the "Father of the Blues" wrote some of his most famous songs Exhibit of historic photos by Ernest Withers that shows Beale St and famous singers Admission charged |
| Wonders Exhibition Series 255 N. Main "Imperial Tombs of China" Over 250 objects from Emperor's tombs Jade Burial Suit, Gold Burial Mask, Phoenix and Dragon Crown, life size terra cotta soldiers And a horse from buried army Entire throne room of the last Emperor Admission charged |
| Woodruff-Fontaine House
Museum 680 Adams Ave Three story, fully furnished 1870 Second Empire home Fine regional antique collections on display year round, excellent Victorian-centered museum shop Admission charged |
GOLF in MEMPHIS
| Audubon Golf Course 4160 Park Ave Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 70 Length (Ft) 6,350 |
Bevico Golf Club 4143 E Holmes Rd Memphis |
Chickasaw Country Club 3395 Galloway Ave Memphis |
Cordova Club Golf Course 3555 Moltan Dr Memphis |
| Davy Crockett Golf Course 4380 Range Line Rd Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length (Ft) 6,163 |
Farmington Country Club 1780 Kimbrough Rd Memphis |
Fox Meadows Golf Course 3064 Clarke Rd Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 71 Length (Ft) 6,100 |
Golf Course Galloway 3815 Walnut Grove Rd Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 71 Length (Ft) 6,039 |
| Mckellar Golf Course 4950 Airways Blvd Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 72 Length (Ft) 6,675 |
Golf Course Overton Park Overton Park Memphis Public Holes: 9 Par: 34 Length (Ft) 3,039 |
Houston Levee Golf Club 2700 Houston Levee Rd Memphis |
Memphis Country Club 3034 Southern Ave Memphis |
| Memphis Oaks Golf Club 4143 E Holmes Rd Memphis |
Pine Hill Golf Course 1005 Alice Ave Memphis Public Holes: 18 Par: 71 Length (Ft) 6,300 |
Quail Ridge Golf Course 4055 Altruria Rd Memphis |
Riverside Golf Club Box #-13241 Memphis Public Holes: 9 Par: 34 Length (Ft) 2,825 |
| Stonebridge Golf Course 3049 Davies Plantation Rd Memphis |
T.O. Fuller State Park Public Holes: 18 Par: 71 Length (Ft) 6,306 |
Whitehaven Country Club 4950 Tulane Rd Memphis |
Windyke Country Club 8535 Winchester Rd Memphis |
HISTORY of MEMPHIS
| Incorporated in 1826 |
HISTORICAL SOCIETIES of MEMPHIS
| Memphis Heritage | (38104) |
HOMES of MEMPHIS
| Davies Manor 9336 Davies Plantation Rd Two story log colonial house, traditionally considered to be the oldest house in Shelby County Admission charged |
| Magnevney House 198 Adams Ave A small cottage built in 1836 Reflecting middle class life of the mid-19th century Oldest remaining residence in Memphis Free |
| Mallory-Neely House 652 Adams Ave Majestic, 25 room Victorian mansion Providing rare glimpse into the life of an affluent late 19th century Memphis family Admission charged |
| Woodruff-Fontaine House 680 Adams Avenue Has a tower A French-Victorian home Is part of the James Lee Memorial, which also includes the James Lee House and Carriage House Hours: 1-4 September to March, 10-4 April 1 to Labor Day |
PARKS of MEMPHIS
| Lichterman Nature Center 5992 Quince 65 acre facility located in East Memphis 12 acre lake and many nature trails Learn about environmental education and conservation Admission charged |
Davis Community Center 3371 Spottswood Ave Memphis |
Orange Mound Community
Center 2572 Park Ave Memphis |
SPECIAL DAYS of MEMPHIS
| Danny Thomas Memphis Golf
Classic |
June 2736 Countrrywood Parkway Memphis 38108 This annual classic is held at the Colonial Country Club |
| Elvis International Tribute Week | Mid-August Graceland Mansion Memphis' favorite son is honored in a city-wide event Featuring talk sessions with Presley's friends and associates Performances by his back-up musicians Memorabilia exhibit |
| Germantown Festival 618 Old Mill Rd Memphis |
Jubilee Day Juneteenth
Celebration 1331 Union Ave Memphis |
Libertyland Mid South Fair 940 Early Maxwell Blvd Memphis |
| Memphis In May
International Festival 245 Wagner Pl #-220 Memphis A month long celebration honoring the culture, art, and music of Japan |
| Memphis Music Festival Late-August-early-September Musical entertainment on historic Beale Street, featuring jazz, blues, bluegrass, and gospel |
| The Mid-South Fair Mid-to late-September Ten-day fair has concerts, rodeo, livestock judging, horticulture, and more |
| Pink Palace Crafts Fair Early-October Pink Palace Museum One of the largest craft fairs in the state benefits the Pink Palace Museum |
| Oktoberfest | Mid-October Center City Commission Entertainment includes jazz, blues, bluegrass, and reggae Sidewalk cafe, arts, and crafts tent, and 15K run |
| Mid-South Arts & Crafts Show/Sale | Late-November Features 400 artists and craftsmen from two dozen states |
| The Liberty Bowl Football Classic | Late-December Annual holiday classic features two top NCAA teams |
STATISTICS for MEMPHIS
| POPULATION of MEMPHIS |
| 1960 | 497,524 |
| 1970 | 623,988 |
| 1980 | 646,170 |
| 1990 | 610,337 |
| LOCATION CODES for MEMPHIS |
| Zip | 37501 |
VISITOR CENTERS of MEMPHIS
| Memphis Area Chamber of Commerce | 555 Beale Street Memphis TN 38103 |
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