Recognize the headlines

August 28, 2026

Our city’s arts scene has fueled its continued recognition as a cultural magnet — even to Travel & Leisure, who just named Memphis its best U.S. road trip destination in the country. Learn more about our grantee partners who are opening, evolving, and activating spaces with profound creativity.

The South’s Biggest Museum Boom is Happening in Memphis
Metal Museum | Brooks Museum of Art | The National Civil Rights Museum | Mud Island River Museum
StyleBlueprint

Two Grand Openings. Five Festivals. One Long Weekend
Metal Museum Opening | Satellite Music Hall Opening
Memphis Travel

Memphis Art Museum leaders say cultural change starts with more eyes on art
Memphis Art Museum | Grand Opening
WKNO

Satellite of Love
Satellite Music Hall Opening
Memphis Flyer

This Southern City Was Named the Best U.S. Road Trip Destination—and It Has a Legendary Music Scene, Barbecue, and Surprisingly Little Traffic
National Civil Rights Museum
Travel + Leisure

City’s 901 Day events feature more than 300 artists and creatives
Overton Park Shell | Stax Music Academy | UrbanArt Commission | RiverArtsFest | Iris Collective
Daily Memphian