Experience the Magic of Arts & Culture in Shelby County – For FREE!
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Explore the Art for All Culture Pass Today!
The Art for All Culture Pass is not just a ticket; it’s a gateway to a universe of creativity and excitement in Shelby County. Experience the magic of our vibrant galleries, captivating museums, exhilarating performances, and dynamic cultural celebrations all at no cost! The Art for All Culture Pass offers your family an incredible opportunity to enrich your lives through art.
Thanks to Mayor Lee Harris and the Shelby County Art and Culture Nonproft Committee.
Activate Your Pass
How to Join the Fun
- Activate your pass here.
- Discover Art for All Culture Pass offerings and instructions from participating organizations prior to use.
- Student passholder must be accompanied by at least one adult to participating organizations.
- The Art for All Culture Pass is valid for one student passholder and up to three family members unless otherwise noted. Student passholder must be present for Culture Pass use.
- Check this website and participating organization websites for updates on hours of operation prior to Culture Pass use.
Passholder Essentials: Your Guide to a Smooth Experience!
Remember to bring your physical Art for All Culture Pass when you arrive at participating venues! Be sure to check any specific guidelines to ensure a seamless experience. Let’s dive into a year full of art adventures together!
You may use the pass one time per organization.
See how many organizations you can experience in one year!
Art for All Culture Pass FAQs
What is the Art for All Culture Pass?
The Art for All Culture Pass provides elementary school students, and their families access to several vibrant arts & culture offerings by Shelby County organizations that include a variety of first-hand visual and performing arts experiences.
What is the cost of the Art for All Culture Pass?
The Art for All Culture Pass is FREE for student passholders and up to three family members, unless otherwise noted, from now until December 31, 2025. Passes are non-transferable.
Should Art for All Culture Pass passholders be accompanied by an adult to arts experiences?
Yes. Art for All Culture Pass student passholders must be accompanied by at least one adult for each Culture Pass experience.
How do I use the Art for All Culture Pass?
- Register Your Pass.
- Adult Supervision Required – You must be accompanied by an adult to use your pass.
- Plan Your Visit – Review available Culture Pass offerings on this website and any specific instructions before heading to a participating location.
- Redeem Your Pass – Upon arrival, go to the designated area to show and redeem your pass.
- Check-in Process – A representative from the organization will mark your pass upon entry.
- Complete the Admission Form – The organization will provide you with a QR code. Scan the code to access and complete the Art for All Culture Pass Admission Form before entering.
- Enjoy the Experience!
Is a physical pass required for Art for All Culture Pass Offerings?
Yes. A physical pass is required for entry at Culture Pass locations.
Why is the Art for All Culture Pass Important?
Appreciation of the arts can have a positive impact on educational attainment and personal development. The Art for All Culture Pass provides opportunities for student pass holders to have an early introduction to the arts, fostering lifelong appreciation.
What is included in the Art for All Culture Pass?
The Art for All Culture Pass includes a variety of opportunities to experience a variety of visual, performing, and cultural arts activities in Shelby County such as museums and galleries, dance, music, festivals, community events and more!
Where can I pick up an Art For All Culture Pass?
To pick up your Art for All Culture Pass visit any of the 18 Memphis Library locations or any of the 24 Memphis Community Centers (Bethel La Belle, Bert Ferguson, Charles Powell, Cunningham, Dave Wells, Davis, Douglass, Ed Rice, Gaismen, Gatson, Glenview, Greenlaw, Hickory Hill, Hollywood, Katie Sexton, Lester, Marion Hale, McFarland, Mitchell, North Frasyer, Orange Mound, Raleigh, Riverview, Whitehaven).
Participating Organizations
Art Museum of the University of Memphis
3750 Norriswood Avenue, Memphis
memphis.edu/amum
Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., except during exhibition changes and university holidays
Admission is always free, ensuring access to a world of creativity and culture.
Ballet Memphis
2144 Madison Avenue, Memphis
balletmemphis.org
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
To learn more about Art for All Culture Pass offerings or for more information on upcoming performances and events, please contact Ballet Memphis at 901-737-7322 during business hours.
Brooks Museum of Art
1934 Poplar Avenue, Memphis
brooksmuseum.org
Wed. 10-4, Thurs. 10-8, Fri. 10-4, Sat. 10-5, Sun. 11-5
Culture Pass provides free admission all year long and artmaking activities at their Super Saturday program.
Buckman Arts Center at St. Mary’s
60 Perkins Extd, Memphis
buckmanartscenter.com
Monday – Thursday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and around
performances and events
Culture Pass holders can receive up to four complimentary tickets per performance during the Buckman season, subject to availability. Visit buckmanartscenter.com for performance schedule.
Cazateatro Bilingual Theatre Group
5104 Stage Road, Memphis
cazateatro.org
Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Passholders can participate in a variety of FREE Community events celebrating the diversity of Latin culture in the Mid-South that include Latin Fest 901 Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Overton Square. Day of the Dead Parade & Festival, Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Overton Square and the Brooks Museum of Art, and Christmas Fiesta Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the Dixon Gallery & Gardens.
Children’s Museum of Memphis
2525 Central Avenue, Memphis
cmom.org
Tuesday – Sunday, 9 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Pass is valid Tuesday through Thursday between 1 pm and 5 pm, while schools are in session for up to four people with at least one child (Ages 0-15). Offer excludes field trips, parties, school breaks, and Children’s Museum of Memphis special event days. Call 901-458-2678 for more details.
Cooper-Young Garden Club
Public Gardens Throughout Memphis
experiencememphisgardens.org
May 1 to June 15, 2025, on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays
Culture Pass holders receive complimentary tickets and lanyards, generously provided by the Dr. Rudy Campbell Foundation.
Crosstown Arts
1350 Concourse Ave #280, Memphis
crosstownarts.org
Tues. – Fri., 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Sat. – Sun., 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Culture Pass holders can redeem free admission to Crosstown Arts galleries, artist talks, and films during the Thursday Night Film Series, and admission to select music shows in the Green Room (music shows and films are subject to availability).
Davies Manor Historic Site
9336 Davies Plantation Road, Memphis
daviesmanor.org
Tues. – Sat., 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Culture Pass holders can enjoy free tours and participate in craft-making activities on the first Saturday of each month from April to December.
Dixon Gallery and Gardens
4339 Park Avenue, Memphis
dixon.org
Tues. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Sun., 1 p.m. – 5 p., Third Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Culture Pass holders receive free admission.
Germantown Performing Arts Center
1801 Exeter Road, Germantown
gpacweb.com
Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass holders get free admission to Peanut Butter & Jam and Youth Symphony Program concerts. Reserve up to six tickets per family by calling 901-751-7500.
Hattiloo Theatre
37 S. Cooper Street, Memphis
hattiloo.org
Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 1 hour before performances
Culture Pass holders can claim up to four tickets for any 2025 Regular performance, subject to availability. Call 901-525-0009 for reservations.
Memphis Botanic Garden
750 Cherry Road, Memphis
membg.org
Central Daylight Hours: Sun-Sat, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Central Standard Hours: Sun – Sat, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
To learn more about Art for All Culture Pass offerings, please contact the Memphis Botanic Gardens at 901-646-4100 during business hours. Visit membg.org for information on upcoming performances and events.
Memphis Museums of Science & History
Pink Palace Museum and Mansion
3050 Central Ave, Memphis, Tuesday – Sunday, 10:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lichterman Nature Center
5592 Quince Road, Memphis
Check moshmemphis.org for updated seasonal hours.
Culture Pass provides one-time free admission to MoSH’s Pink Palace Museum and Lichterman Nature Center.
Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum /
Memphis Music Hall of Fame
Memphis Rock n’ Soul Museum
191 Beale St., Memphis, Sunday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
memphisrocknsoul.org
Memphis Music Hall of Fame
126 South 2nd St., Memphis, Sunday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
memphismusichalloffame.com
Culture Pass offers free admission for one student and up to four family members any day at each museum.
Memphis Symphony Orchestra
610 Goodman Street, Memphis
memphissymphony.org
Monday – Friday, and concert days, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass holders can attend select concerts during the season. Contact 901-537-2500 for details.
Memphis Youth Arts Initiative
1292 Southland Mall Drive, Memphis (inside Southland Mall)
memphisyoutharts.org
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Culture Pass holders receive three free sessions per child in music or dance lessons. Register online to participate.
Memphis Zoo
2000 Prentiss Pl, Memphis
memphiszoo.org
Monday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Check memphiszoo.org for updated seasonal hours.
Culture Pass provides admission every Tuesday from 9 am to 4 pm. Please note, Tennessee Tuesdays are not currently available in the month of March.
Metal Museum
374 Metal Museum Drive, Memphis
metalmuseum.org
Tues. – Sun., 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass includes free admission, perfect for those eager to explore this unique art form.
National Civil Rights Museum
450 Mulberry Street, Memphis
civilrightsmuseum.org
Monday, Wednesday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The pass covers admission for elementary school children in the household plus one adult on Mondays, except for federal holidays.
New Ballet Ensemble
2157 York Avenue, Memphis
newballet.org
Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Culture Pass offers free access to Family Night at Overton Park Shell on May 13, 2025, featuring student performances, plus limited tickets to select shows on a first-come basis. Call 901-725-9225 for details.
No More Silence Foundation
525 N. Main Street, Suite A3, Memphis nomoresilencememphis.org
Monday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sundays 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Culture Pass provides a free coping arts session for a family of 4.
Opera Memphis
216 Cooper Street, Memphis
operamemphis.org
To learn more about Art for All Culture Pass offerings, please contact Opera Memphis at 901-257-3100 during business hours. Visit operamemphis.org for information on upcoming performances and events.
Orpheum Theatre Group
203 South Main Street, Memphis
orpheum-memphis.com
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Tours are available to Culture Pass holders on select Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays at 10am and 12pm. Reservations are required. Call 901-529-4234 to reserve seats.
Overton Park Shell
1928 Poplar Avenue, Memphis
overtonparkshell.org
Daily, Dependent on Event Times
Culture Pass provides access to their Orion Free Concert Series, their Baptist Health + Wellness Program, and free Backstage Experience Tours at The Shell.
Playhouse on the Square and The Circuit Playhouse
66 Cooper Street, Memphis
playhouseonthesquare.org
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. and Show Times
The Culture Pass can be used for up to 4 tickets to any Thursday or Sunday regular performance based on availability.
River Arts Fest, Inc.
Downtown Memphis
riverartsmemphis.org
October 18 & 19, 2025, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass provides 4-ticket free admission packages (1 adult & up to 3 K-12 students) for RiverArtsFest. Present Culture Pass at festival entrance for one-day admission either Oct. 18 or Oct. 19 for festival wristband. Children 5 & under are free.
Stax Museum of American Soul Music
926 E. McLemore Avenue, Memphis
staxmuseum.org
Tuesday – Sunday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass provides free access to the museum during business hours.
Tennessee Shakespeare Company
7950 Trinity Road, Memphis
tnshakespeare.org
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and 1 Hour Before Performances
Culture Pass provides free Will Kids’Nights & Saint Joan: up to 4 children 17 years & younger attend for free with one paying adult guardian; while seats last; must be purchased via phone or in-person. Preview tickets are discounted to $22.
The Blues Hall of Fame Museum
421 S. Main Street, Memphis
blues.org
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Culture Pass provides free admission for up to 2 children and 2 adults.
Theatre Memphis
630 Perkins Extd, Memphis
theatrememphis.org
Tuesday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Culture Pass provides 20 passes for preview performances on a first-come first, served basis for the following shows. Ticket will be available 2 weeks before the performance date listed. Limit 4 tickets per Culture Pass holder, reservations required. Call 901-682-8323.
- Ain’t Misbehavin’, Thursday, June 5, 2025, 7:30 pm
- A Christmas Carol, Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 7 pm.
University of Memphis Rudi E.
Scheidt School of Music
3800 Central Ave, Memphis
memphis.edu/music
Box Office Hours: 1-1/2 hours prior to Performance Showtime and 30 mins after show start.
Culture Pass provides access to FREE concerts and performances. Visit memphis.edu/music for more information on upcoming performances and events. For ticket information call 901-678-SHOW(7469) or email [email protected].
Withers Collection Museum & Gallery
333 Beale Street, Memphis
museum.thewitherscollection.com
Friday – Saturday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Culture Pass provides pay-what-you-can admission.
Programming Disclaimer: Some participating organizations may have programming that may not be suitable for younger audiences. To determine if this programming is suitable for your passholders and family members, please reach out to the venue directly to learn more about specific programming content.
Special Thanks to: Mayor Lee Harris, Art for All Culture Pass participating organizations, Shelby County Arts & Culture Nonprofit Committee.
901 Student Passport continues this summer! FREE museum visits to students. More info to come at www.901studentpassport.com.
Photography Credits: Photos of Dixon Garden, Memphis Museum of Science and History and Stax Museum credited to Alex Shansky • Photos of Dixon Garden, Brooks Museum, Orpheum Theatre, National Civil Rights Museum, and Withers Collection Museum & Gallery credited to Julian Harper. • Photo of Overton Park Shell credited to Craig Thompson • Photo of Blues Hall of Fame credited to Andrea Zucker • Additional photography provided by Art for All Culture Pass participating organizations.
