Black History Month: Things to Do in Memphis

This article originally appeared at ebony.com/ on February 26th, 2018

Here are a few ways you can commemorate Black History Month and MLK50.

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Today’s the big day! 🍻 We Are Memphis is proud to collaborate with Crosstown Brewing Company to create ‘Bring Your Soul’ Dark IPA—a beer that captures the heart and spirit of Memphis. Come celebrate this special release today from 5-9 PM at the Crosstown Brewing Taproom with DJ sets from @shelbywordsmith and @qemmy_, good vibes, and, of course, great beer! Be one of the first 100 guests (21+) to grab a beer on us! #BringYourSoul

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Tag who you’re dining with this week! 🥂

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