06/11/26
The first museum exhibition of David Uzochukwu’s career is not opening in Berlin, London, or New York. It is opening in Memphis, and that matters. David Uzochukwu: Bodies of Water runs June 10 through September 27, 2026, at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, marking the debut solo museum show for the Austrian-Nigerian photographer and filmmaker. At…
06/04/26
2026 is not a quiet year for the arts in Memphis. More than 20 local arts institutions are celebrating anniversary milestones. The Memphis Art Museum and Metal Museum are both set to open before the year is out. And ARTSmemphis wants the city to stop and take stock of what that means. “Recognize” is a new citywide…
04/09/26
While we honor the institutions that laid the groundwork and carried Memphis creativity forward for generations, 2026 also invites us to look ahead with intention and excitement. All across the city, new cultural spaces and experiences are rising, shaped by artists, designers, educators, and visionaries who see possibility in every block and every story. These…
04/01/26
Spring settles into Memphis with a familiar hum, and the Edge District answers by opening its doors wide. On Saturday, April 11, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. the 2026 Edge District Art Crawl invites the city to move block by block, gallery to gallery, tracing the lines where art, community, and craft meet. The…
03/09/26
In 2026 and 2027, that creative spirit hits a new volume. The coming year goes beyond a single opening or one headline moment, and is full of momentum. Decades of artists, builders, storytellers, educators, and organizers all reaching a shared crescendo. From stages and studios to gardens and riverfronts, Memphis arts and culture are stepping…
09/26/25
Memphis has always moved to its own rhythm. From the bluesy sway of juke joints to the groundbreaking footwork of Memphis Jookin’, the city’s story has always been told through movement. Now, for the first time, Memphis’ leading arts organizations have come together to honor that legacy and build a stronger future for dance with…
04/24/25
Dance is alive and thriving in Memphis, moving through the city with rhythm, purpose, and soul. As part of our city’s vibrant and diverse arts scene, dance holds a powerful place—one that connects communities, tells stories, and celebrates cultural expression. In a new wave of collaboration, Memphis’ performing arts community has come together to form…
11/11/24
By Ezra Wheeler For nearly a decade, IMAKEMADBEATS and the Unapologetic collective that he founded have been at the cutting-edge of music, reimagining what it means to be part of the Memphis music scene. However, as he has helped lead his company to newfound heights of public recognition, including high-profile collaborations with the Memphis Grizzlies…
08/22/24
Memphis, a city renowned for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant arts scene, continues to be a beacon of creativity, thanks to the tireless efforts of ARTSmemphis. The organization, the Mid-South’s leading arts funder, recently announced an exciting milestone: the distribution of $1.33 million in grants to bolster both individual artists and local arts organizations.…
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