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1 event,Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
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! No agenda, just a […]
Free
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1 event,Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Celebrate the creative legacy of the Memphis College of Art with this special edition of Ideas Over Lunch, hosted at your art museum. Former Chief Curator Marina Pacini will share insights into the college’s transformative impact on Memphis’ artistic landscape, reflecting on its founding, its evolution, and its influence on generations of artists and designers. […]
$5.72 – $22.05
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Ground yourself this spring with a Seated Mindfulness Experience led by Coach Alex Carpenter. This gentle session invites you to pause from the pace of daily life and cultivate a sense of peace. No experience necessary. Bring your own lawn chair, yoga mat, or sit mat for comfort—we'll have a limited number of sit mats […]
$3
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On April 4, bring creativity and sustainability together at Super Saturday: Recycled Animal Sculptures. Inspired by beloved works in the museum’s Permanent Collection—Greyhounds Playing and Cori with Cat—this hands-on activity invites young artists to reimagine egg cartons as sculptural portraits of their favorite animals. Using egg cartons, paint, and cardstock, kids will cut, glue, and […]
Free
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1 event,Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Unwind after the workday at Science Café, a happy hour series hosted by Overton Park Conservancy at the Golf Clubhouse. Enjoy drinks and discussion with guest speakers who share fresh perspectives from the world of science. No background knowledge needed—just curiosity!
$5
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2 events,
Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
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! No agenda, just a […]
Free
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4 events,
Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
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Let’s get sculpting! April’s Homeschool Day invites students to explore the playful possibilities of pottery, inspired by the museum’s current exhibition of Memphis College of Art (MCA) works. Young artists will use model magic and clay tools to create their own imaginative vessels—learning basic sculpting techniques while exploring the artistic tradition of pottery in a […]
Free
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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1 event,
Venture into the Old Forest to see the lively avian antics and get to know your most charismatic Overton Park residents.
Free
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Young or young at heart? Join us for a Multi-generational Nature Journaling session at Overton Park with Caroline Schratz! This session invites all ages to explore the wonders of nature while developing their observation and artistic skills. Participants will learn to document the wild wonders of the Old Forest through sketches and notes. This hands-on, creative activity is perfect for sparking curiosity […]
$5
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On April 11, explore the charm of interior design and miniature worlds at Super Saturday: Mini Clay Houses. Inspired by the museum’s Decorative Arts Collection, this hands-on activity invites kids to create their own tiny room scenes using diorama boxes and Model Magic clay. From teeny-tiny tables to clay couches and colorful walls, young artists […]
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1 event,Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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3 events,
Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
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! No agenda, just a […]
Free
Phil Dreis and David Amos from Antique Cupboard are bringing the finest American Silver from 1880 to the mid-1950’s to Memphis. The Silver Roadshow will include over 6,000 pieces of sterling flatware and jewelry. Prices are approachable and significantly below market value. There are treasures to be found! Step into the world of antique and […]
$15 – $30
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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.
$5
Phil Dreis and David Amos from Antique Cupboard are bringing the finest American Silver from 1880 to the mid-1950’s to Memphis. The Silver Roadshow will include over 6,000 pieces of sterling flatware and jewelry. Prices are approachable and significantly below market value. There are treasures to be found! Step into the world of antique and […]
$15 – $30
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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2 events,
Join us for a Homeschool Nature Journaling session at Overton Park with Caroline Schratz! This session invites 3rd to 5th graders to explore the wonders of nature while developing their observation and artistic skills. Participants will learn to document the wild wonders of the Old Forest through sketches and notes. This hands-on, creative activity is perfect for sparking curiosity and connecting […]
$5
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MEMPHO PRESENTS: Shell Daze Music Festival 2026 Dates: Friday. April 17th and Saturday, April 18th 2026 Location: Overton Park Shell 1928 Poplar Ave. Memphis, TN 38104 DOORS: 4PM SHELL DAZE DAY 1: FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH LINE-UP: LEARN MORE. PURCHASE TICKETS.
$64.15
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Venture into the Old Forest to see the lively avian antics and get to know your most charismatic Overton Park residents.
Free
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Centered around the theme of Circles of Support, the Walk MS® experience emphasizes the people and organizations that help improve a person’s life with MS. At the same time, we move together toward a world free of MS. Everyone at Walk MS plays a powerful role in the MS community, whether you live with MS […]
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Join us on April 18 for Super Saturday: Tapestries, a hands-on artmaking experience inspired by Henry Easterwood and other artists from the Memphis College of Art (MCA) legacy featured in the museum’s Permanent Collection. Young artists will explore color, texture, and shape as they create their own felt “tapestries” using scissors, glue, and colorful felt. […]
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3 events,Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Raise a glass at A Toast to Local Art, a brunch-time celebration of the artists shaping Memphis right now. Hosted by the museum’s Art Now Collective, this gathering brings together collectors, creatives, and curious newcomers to celebrate the city’s contemporary art scene.Sip mimosas, meet local gallerists, and learn how to start—or deepen—your own art collection while […]
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What shapes an artist? Join us for a dynamic installment of Art & Aperitifs as four acclaimed Memphis College of Art alumni—Kong Wee Pang, Amy Hutcheson, Lurlynn Franklin, and Sharon Havelka—sit down with their former professor, Fred Burton, for a candid conversation about art, education, and creative community. They’ll reflect on pivotal moments at MCA: […]
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Join Fields Falcone for a casual lunch-hour walk to learn about ecology, conservation, and park news.
Free
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3 events,
Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
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! No agenda, just a […]
Free
This spring, the Memphis’ art museum invites you to take your seat at a table set for Memphis. Presented in conjunction with Memphis College of Art, 1936 to 2020: An Enduring Legacy, Legacy at the Table is a three-part seated dinner series that is both a fundraiser and celebration. These evenings both honor an institution that shaped generations […]
$200
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3 events,
Come connect with nature through an indoor winter nature journaling session for seniors!
Free
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Inspired by Suchitra Mattai’s with abundance we meet, this singular musical performance offers a vibrant tribute to the voices and visions of South Asian composers within the classical tradition. Drawing on the themes of migration, domesticity, and fertility that permeate Mattai’s visual work, the concert presents a sonic landscape that is equally expansive and boundary-defying. […]
$19.95 – $26.25
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Experience the Tennessee Whiskey Trail without leaving Memphis. Roar and Pour brings together distilleries from across the state for an evening of curated tastings, live music, and after-hours access to Memphis Zoo. Sip your way through Tennessee spirits from distilleries such as Old Dominick Distillery, Chattanooga Whiskey, Company Distilling, Jack Daniel Distillery, Ole Smoky Distillery, and […]
$100 – $175
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Join Ranger Neal for a night hike at T.O. Fuller State Park using flashlights, lanterns, and iNaturalist to identify plants, bugs, and wildlife. Part of the City Nature Challenge. Fun for all ages. Free with registration. Suggested donation $5. |
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Join the City Nature Challenge, a worldwide movement to document wild nature and help fight biodiversity loss! Overton Park Conservancy staff will lead us on an exploratory BioBlitz in Overton Park, where every photo you upload to iNaturalist becomes a data point that helps scientists understand and protect wildlife. We'll record wildlife such as plants, insects, fungi, […]
$5
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Do you love Overton Park and want to play an active role in its care? Join us for our upcoming Volunteer Ranger Information Session and Orientation. To participate, all Volunteer Rangers must:
$25
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Join us for this year's City Nature Challenge! This event is an international BioBlitz, which means the goal is to identify as many species of living organisms as possible! Ranger Decoda Muller, an identification enthusiast, will be leading this hike. We will be working in conjunction with other programming and education entities around Shelby County. […]
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Join Ranger Neal for a hike and guided exploration at T.O. Fuller State Park while using iNaturalist. Part of the City Nature Challenge. All ages welcome. Free with registration. Suggested donation $10. Sunday tours occur at 1:00 and 4:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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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! No agenda, just a […]
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Nerd Alert! Do you like spending time outside and getting to know the wild plants, fungi, and animals around you? Do you drive your friends nuts telling them what everything is? Is iNaturalist on the first page of your phone homescreen? We need your help! Shelby County is once again participating in the City Nature […]
$3
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Join Overton Park Conservancy and the Memphis Tennessee Ornithological Society as we recognize World Migratory Bird Day with a guided walk through the Old Forest.
Free
Thursday tours occur at 6:00 and 7:00 PM. Join a docent-led tour of Memphis College of Art, 1936–2020: An Enduring Legacy and discover the lasting influence of MCA on Memphis’s artistic community. Through standout works, personal favorites, and compelling stories, docents will explore the school's history and the meaningful relationships between professors and students who shaped its […]
$10 – $18
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Slow down this spring on a gentle Mindfulness Walk led by Coach Alex Carpenter. This calming forest walk invites you to pause from daily life and reconnect with the natural world around you. No experience necessary—just bring yourself. This program will be held on accessible surfaces. This event is pay-what-you-can, with a suggested contribution of […]
$3
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