Join an Invasive Plant Specialist in a volunteer project at Overton Park! Date: Sunday, January 26 Time: 2:00-4:00pm Meeting Location: Near East Parkway Pavilion at East Parkway Parking Lot Dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and hydration. By participating in this volunteer event, you agree to the terms of our waiver and […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! […]
Join us for an enchanting evening where art and jazz converge, featuring the distinguished saxophonist, composer, and educator Adam Larson. With a career spanning over a decade in New York City's vibrant jazz scene, Larson has performed at esteemed venues such as The Jazz Gallery, The Blue Note, and Smalls. His extensive experience includes international […]
Join an Invasive Plant Specialist in a volunteer project at Overton Park! Date: Saturday, February 1 Time: 9:00-11:00am Meeting Location: Near East Parkway Pavilion at East Parkway Parking Lot Dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and hydration. By participating in this volunteer event, you agree to the terms of our waiver and […]
Join us for this Super Saturday inspired by the incredible legacy of Elizabeth Catlett, a celebrated printmaker whose work uplifted and honored the Black experience. In recognition of Black History Month, participants will explore Catlett's iconic print I Am the Black Woman as inspiration for their own artwork. Using styrofoam, ink, and paper, you'll learn […]
Jazz represents one of the most important musical, historical, and cultural phenomena of the Memphis and Mid-South area. A true renaissance of Jazz culture can only come about from the youth in this city — aided by those of us who know and have lived the musical richness of this American art form. Memphis Jazz […]
Join us as the Audre Lorde Film Series presents Paris is Burning (1990) followed by a discussion led by Dr. Seth E. Davis. This two-part series celebrates films that embody Audre Lorde’s legacy of honoring intersectional identities and exploring the complexities of race, gender, and sexuality. Directed by Jennie Livingston, Paris is Burning vividly captures […]
Wind down from the workday by learning something new over drinks! Join Overton Park Conservancy at the Golf Clubhouse for a happy hour with guest speakers who will share unique perspectives from their corners of the scientific world. All are welcome; no previous scientific knowledge required Science Café is scheduled for 5:30 pm the first […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! […]
Step into a world where art and music converge in a truly unique setting. Iris Collective presents a concert that reimagines classical music in the Memphis Brooks Museum contemporary gallery. Featuring the captivating sounds of flute and guitar, this performance by the talented duo Elise Blatchford (flute) and Patrick Sutton (guitar) promises to be both […]
Get creative this Valentine’s season! Join us for a fun and heartwarming Super Saturday where you’ll paint your very own heart-shaped canvas to gift to someone special. Using tempera paint, we’ll guide you through creating a unique and colorful masterpiece perfect for Valentine's Day. Spaces are limited, so be sure to register in advance. If […]
Join us as the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art welcomes the musical talents of the Memphis Youth Symphony to its galleries! Students in the Memphis Youth Symphony Program (MYSP) will perform against the backdrop of inspiring works of art spanning the ages. Reserve your tickets today for an experience you won't want to miss! Memphis […]
Join an Invasive Plant Specialist in a volunteer project at Overton Park! Date: Saturday, February 8 Time: 2:00-4:00pm Meeting Location: Near East Parkway Pavilion at East Parkway Parking Lot Dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and hydration. By participating in this volunteer event, you agree to the terms of our waiver and […]
Join us Sunday, February 9th for a closer look at the Brooks Portraits, painted in 1911 by Cecilia Beaux. Led by art history professor Mallory Sharp, we’ll spend each Art Club learning about the artist, their influences, the historical context, and other fascinating details that give us a fuller understanding of the diverse artworks on […]
The Audre Lorde Film Series continues with a screening of Pariah (2011), a powerful coming-of-age story that resonates deeply with the themes of identity, self-expression, and resilience championed by Audre Lorde. Directed by Dee Rees, this critically acclaimed film follows Alike, a 17-year-old Black girl navigating her sexual identity as a lesbian within the confines […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! […]
Join us for an engaging Homeschool Day at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art! In honor of Black History Month, we’ll explore the powerful legacy of Elizabeth Catlett, a renowned printmaker and sculptor celebrated for her depictions of African American life and culture. Students will learn the basics of printmaking using accessible materials like styrofoam, […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of romance and melody at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art as Darryl Evan Jones takes the stage to captivate hearts with his one-of-a-kind "Instrumental Soul" style. Blending jazz, classical, and gospel into a seamless harmony, Darryl redefines the magic of the flute, delivering performances that resonate deeply with […]
Celebrate Black History Month this Super Saturday by diving into the vibrant and evocative world of collage, inspired by the legendary Romare Bearden! Join us for a creative workshop where you'll use newspapers, construction paper, scissors, and glue to craft your own masterpiece, just like Bearden's iconic work In the Garden. Explore themes of identity, […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! […]
Join us at your art museum for this week's Happy Hour, where art meets rhythm in an extraordinary DJ set by South Memphis native Jeff Cohran, also known as STH MEMPHIS JEFF. With a background as a tour and production manager for Grammy-nominated artist Janelle Monáe, Cohran brings an electrifying energy to the turntables, blending […]
It's time to Spread Mulch Love at Overton Park! Help us refresh the safety surfacing at Overton Bark. This event will be on Saturday, February 22 from 9:00 AM to noon at Overton Bark (the dog park at the end of Old Forest Lane in Overton Park). Wear closed-toed shoes and bring a water […]
Join an Invasive Plant Specialist in a volunteer project at Overton Park! Date: Sunday, February 23 Time: 2:00-4:00pm Meeting Location: Near East Parkway Pavilion at East Parkway Parking Lot Dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and hydration. By participating in this volunteer event, you agree to the terms of our waiver and […]
Working from home and need a reason to get out of the house? Want to stretch your legs and meet someone new? Does the dog need to take a stroll? If you answered yes to any of those question, join us for a casual stroll around the Old Forest paved road! […]
Join Conservancy staff on a walk while we discuss a specific ecological concept for the month. Walks scheduled for the third Thursday of each month February-May at 4pm. Registration will be open a week before each walk. Spring 2025 Schedule February 20th March 20th April 17th May 15th Upcoming Trek Chill Out for Conservation: Winter […]
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening where art, music, and the soul of Memphis converge. Inspired by Carl Moore's Memphis on the Mississippi (Ode to Tom Lee), this opera experience celebrates the spirit of the Mississippi River and the enduring legacy of Memphis. Set against the backdrop of Carl Moore's Memphis on the Mississippi (Ode […]
Join an Invasive Plant Specialist in a volunteer project at Overton Park! Date: Saturday, March 1 Time: 9:00-11:00am Meeting Location: Near East Parkway Pavilion at East Parkway Parking Lot Dress appropriately and wear closed-toed shoes. Bring work gloves and hydration. By participating in this volunteer event, you agree to the terms of our waiver and […]
Join us on Saturday, March 1 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at Overton Bark Dog Park for Mardi Growl, presented by Hollywood Feed and Overton Park Conservancy. This event will feature a dog costume contest with prizes; Hollywood Feed giveaways; dog caricatures; food trucks; a dog parade; and live music from the Mighty Souls […]
Jazz represents one of the most important musical, historical, and cultural phenomena of the Memphis and Mid-South area. A true renaissance of Jazz culture can only come about from the youth in this city — aided by those of us who know and have lived the musical richness of this American art form. Memphis Jazz […]
