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Become a Part of Memphis History
One of the unsung treasures of our city is the Memphis & Shelby County Room at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. Almost anything you ever wanted to know about […]
Stories: Bill Stegall
Bill Stegall has spent more important times in his life in Overton Park than he can count. Here he recalls coming of age in the park with the backdrop of […]
A Day of Merrymaking Wrap-Up
Thanks to everyone who made our first family festival, A Day of Merrymaking in Overton Park, a huge success! More than 2,500 visitors helped us welcome summer at the park […]
Stories: A Few Vignettes
The Overton Park Stories program continues, and we have a few fun vignettes to share with you today. Remember, we’re accepting all kinds of stories–short or long, verbal or written, […]
Rainbow Lake Playground May Update
So…we’re a little late getting out the most recent update on playground construction because, well, you know. This happened. A lot. With a couple of weeks of nonstop rain, construction on […]
Pull Up a Chair…or Pull Out Your Running Shoes
As spring turns into summer, Overton Park is getting busier every day. To help you plan your visit, here’s a breakdown of some upcoming events and things to be aware […]
If a Tree Falls in the Forest…
Overton Park is full of beautiful old trees. Many specimens in the Old Forest State Natural Area are estimated to be over 200 years old. But it’s not just old […]
Stories: Jack Borg
My grandfather, Prof. George Pfaff, sponsored a party and dance one evening at the open pavilion that was across the street from the present “Doughboy” statue in Overton Park. The […]
A Walk on the Wild(flower) Side
While it’s certainly fooled us a couple of times already this year, we’re finally prepared to say that spring has arrived in Memphis. And what better way to celebrate the […]
Rainbow Lake Playground March Update
The wet weather continues, but construction at Rainbow Lake Playground is still moving along nicely. ViktorHall Construction crews are matching the pebble textures of the paths around the playground, finalizing […]