Bridging the Gap: 5 Contemporary Women Artists for Fans of Memphis Music Legends

While the music industry has often been criticized as a boy’s club (and for good reason), women in Memphis have been at the forefront of various genres since the very beginning. In the 1930s, Memphis Minnie earned a reputation as one of the country’s most formidable guitar players, prompting […]

 

Soul Is: Jaqueline Fugatt

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

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About Us

We Are Memphis is a collaboration of individuals and organizations dedicated to elevating Memphis, captivating audiences locally and globally, to create catalytic positive change. See more information about We Are Memphis here!

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Blog

Memphis has always marched to its own beat. Pyramid in the skyline? Barbecue in an alley? Dancing ducks in a lobby? If we believe in it, we’re doing it. There’s always something new and exciting to do, someone with a story to tell, and an idea being put into motion around here – that’s what gives Memphis soul, and we’re proud of that. Stay in the loop by checking out what’s new and trending in Memphis, and don’t forget to share your story, too.

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Memphian Stories

Memphis is well known for many things. More than our blues and barbecue, it’s our grit, our grind, our innovative way of doing things. But ask any local or someone who’s been here, and they’ll all say the same thing: the magic of Memphis is within the people here. Memphians are what make Memphis, Memphis. Each of us gives a piece of ourselves to this city in whatever way we can, and that’s what makes up our collective soul.

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Memphis Ambassadors

The Memphis Ambassador program is a collection of local social media influencers from diverse backgrounds who are sharing their voices, stories and experiences as a Memphian.

An integral part of the We Are Memphis movement; Memphis Ambassadors add depth and dimension to the Memphis story from a cultural perspective.

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Photo Gallery

Close your eyes for a second and imagine Memphis. What do you see? What pictures of Memphis do you see?

Is it our skyline with larger-than-life riverboats making their way down the mighty Mississippi, the Memphis Bridge lit up in the night and our famous Pyramid on display? Maybe you’re seeing the best barbecue the country has to offer, slow-cooked and falling off the bone.

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Memphis: My City, My Soul!

Memphis. The 901. The Bluff City. Home of the blues and birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. For Memphians, our city […]

 

Soul Is: JHues Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

 

Soul Is: Phillip Van Zandt

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

 

Soul Is: Kunjal Pathak

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

 

Soul Is: Ashley Benham Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

 

Soul Is: Maddison Wilson Photography

At We Are Memphis, we’re all inspiring others to bring and share their souls with the city. Whether you’re an […]

 

10 Memphis Podcasts to Check out in 2021

Everyone a good story – The truth is however that NOT everyone loves to read them. Memphis’ ubiquitous stories and […]

 

Staying Fit for the New Year – 10 Ways to Start the year off Healthy

It’s finally here! The Year that seemed to last a lifetime (2020 in case somehow we aren’t on the same […]

 

Memphis Music Year in Review 2020

2020 was a roller coaster of a year for many of us, to say the least. However, there’s no doubt […]

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