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Memorabilia, such as antique guns, toys, and much more is displayed at the Memphis Film Festival.

Memorabilia, such as antique guns, toys, and much more is displayed at the Memphis Film Festival.

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Memphis Film Festival in Olive Branch, MS

Watch feature films, western TV series and meet celebrities at the Memphis Film Festival

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 21, 2012

The Virginian TV show is featured at the Memphis Film Festival this year since it is celebrating its fiftieth anniversary. Fans of westerns, antique guns, and other TV and movie memorabilia can view clips, videos, and collectibles at the annual film festival from May 31 through June 2, 2012.

Olive Branch, MS hosts the festival each year at the Whispering Woods Hotel and Convention Center. Although the hotel is already booked for …


The Memphis Rock 'n Soul Museum is located near Beale Street, the Fed-Ex Forum and other downtown attractions.

The Memphis Rock 'n Soul Museum is located near Beale Street, the Fed-Ex Forum and other downtown attractions.

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Memphis Rock ‘n Soul Museum

Learn about the origins of soul and rock and roll music at this Memphis museum.

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 21, 2012

The Memphis Rock ‘n Soul Museum documents the origins of soul and rock ‘n roll music in the city and in America. It is located on Beale Street -- one of the most musically significant streets in the nation. The Smithsonian Institute based the museum in Memphis due to its historical background of various musical inspirations from the area. They resulted in much of the blues, rock and soul melodies that are classics …


Sun Studio is conveniently located near Beale Street and other Memphis attractions.

Sun Studio is conveniently located near Beale Street and other Memphis attractions.

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Sun Studio in Memphis, TN

Aspiring musicians, nostalgia buffs, and lovers of rock 'n roll find Sun Studios an interesting and entertaining venue

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 14, 2012

Memphis, TN is ripe with musical history whether you are visiting Beale Street, Sun Studio or the former home of Elvis Presley. Sun Studios is an entertaining venue to explore and learn about the city’s rich past in this genre.

The legendary music studio is located in downtown Memphis, just a couple of minutes from the music-filled nightclubs of Beale Street. It is just a 15-minute drive from the Graceland mansion, the …


Miss Polly's Soul City Cafe is an old-fashioned restaurant that serves down home cooking.

Miss Polly's Soul City Cafe is an old-fashioned restaurant that serves down home cooking.

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Miss Polly’s Soul City Cafe in Memphis, TN

Soul food is offered on Beale Street as well as music and nightlife

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 07, 2012

Miss Polly’s Soul City Café is the place to dine in Memphis if you crave soul food while in the area. It is located on the world renowned Beale Street, which is famous for nightclubs, a variety of tourist shops, and restaurants.

The café offers country cooking from morning until late at night. Travelers accompanied by children or people who want to explore Beale Street during the daytime can partake …


B.B. King's Blues Club is conveniently located on Beale Street in the downtown Memphis area.

B.B. King's Blues Club is conveniently located on Beale Street in the downtown Memphis area.

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B.B. King’s Blues Club in Memphis, TN

Dancing the night away to blues, rock n' roll, and other music is an amusing way to enjoy nightlife in Memphis

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 07, 2012

B.B. King’s Blues Club in Memphis, TN is located amid other restaurants, clubs and bars on the music-filled and famous Beale Street. It is the original club by the name and it opened in 1991. The club is open seven days of the week and is a funky venue to partake of live music, dancing, mouth-watering food, and creative beverages such as The Brown Cow, Atlantic Float, and various alcoholic libations …


Sloping hills and paved walkways provide ample opportunity for physical activity in the winter in Memphis.

Sloping hills and paved walkways provide ample opportunity for physical activity in the winter in Memphis.

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Shelby Farms Greenline in Memphis, TN

The Shelby Farms Greenline is the perfect place to participate in outdoor activity during a Memphis winter

by Chelsea Fitzgerald | January 02, 2012

The Shelby Farms Greenline is an outdoor site for nature lovers and those who prefer brisk, cool temperatures to participate in physical activity during the winter months. It is an attractive location where community members and visitors may engage in physical activity without worrying about motor vehicles.

Shelby Farms Greenline sits on what was originally an abandoned CSX railroad route. Overgrown with weeds and rotting railroad tracks, the line was an eyesore …


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Chelsea Fitzgerald

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