There are as many versions of Memphis as there are Memphians. We have something for everyone… and a soul like no other city’s.
Take a look through MemphisConnect and you’ll understand why the 100+ diverse voices represented are all inspired to call Memphis home.
Withers created one of the largest and most significant collections of historical photographs ever amassed by an African-American.
I just left a screening at the Brooks of two hours of Buckley-Vidal debate footage. Eight debates were broadcast from the 1968 Democratic and Republican party conventions, four from each. Wow! Partisan sparks flying without doubt, but with erudition and intellect that staggers the senses of the contemporary viewer. Plus, the dialogue stands as a [...]
Big band leader Jimmie Lunceford (pictured) took the Manassas High School band pro, touring the country in the 1930s and 40s with a style and musicality in a league with Basie, Hines, Henderson, and Ellington.
Jane Goodall “Reason for Hope” Thursday, March 19, 7:00 pm at CBU
I’ll see you at the parade. Watch for me. I’ll be wearing green!
Between the jazz program, the outstanding symphonic and wind ensembles, the opera company, and more, there are scores of terrific performance – either free or cheap – right along Central Avenue all the time.
MemphisConnect is a partnership between The Leadership Academy, MemphisED and Simple Focus. We provide a gathering place for diverse Memphians to share the opportunities, initiatives and activities that inspire them to make Memphis home.
MemphisConnect is always looking for people who are passionate about Memphis and want to help move our community forward. Get in touch if you have a story for us to share, of if you want to write for us!