02/18/25
Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Meet Kevin Thomas, the Founding Artistic Director of Collage Dance, who is shaping the next generation of dance and artistry right…
02/12/25
Terris Sheronda King Radio Personality; Journalism Professor at The University of Memphis. Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Here, we spoke with Terris Sheronda King who is…
02/11/25
Memphis is a city rich in culture, history, and entrepreneurial spirit, with neighborhoods that showcase vibrant businesses contributing to the city’s unique charm and economic growth. From iconic streets like Elvis Presley Boulevard to the trendy Cooper-Young District, these thriving neighborhoods reflect a legacy of resilience rooted in Black entrepreneurship. The success of Memphis’s Black-owned…
02/06/25
Mario Hendrix Chief Program Officer, BRIDGES Memphis lives and breathes Black history. This February, We Are Memphis presents Black Legacy Lives Here—a month-long celebration of Black excellence, past, present, and future. We’re spotlighting four educators and leaders shaping the next generation. Here, we spoke with Mario Hendrix who is moving Memphis’ history forward as the…
01/23/25
History and Origins Memphis soul music emerged in the 1960s and 1970s as a transformative genre blending rhythm and blues, gospel, and funk. Rooted in the city’s African American community, this distinctive style reflected the struggles and triumphs of the era. Anchored by labels like Stax Records, founded by Jim Stewart and Estelle Axton, Memphis…
07/11/24
For Nearly 70 Years, Royal Studios Has Been at the Center of the Memphis Music Ecosystem. Nestled in the heart of South Memphis, Royal Studios stands as a testament to the city’s rich musical heritage. With a history that spans over six decades, this legendary recording studio has been a birthplace for countless hits and…
02/24/22
By: Elise Herron Memphis is known for its monuments and museums honoring black history, but it’s also where many pivotal events took place. This month and any month, you can visit the sites where history happened and experience the local legacy of black activism and enterprise up close. Here are some places to pin. Universal…
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