Explore The Southwest Twin's Future with Pop-Up Events All Year Long

So hearing the news that the City of Memphis purchased the property after it sat unused for over two decades was very promising. I want to emphasize that the actual Southwest Twin Drive-In will not necessarily reopen as the Drive-In of its past, but the multi-acre space will be revitalized and utilized in favor of the community.

Through the hard work of neighborhood stakeholders and community leaders, a year-long series of activations is taking place at Southwest Twin– and doing so in a very fun way. As of now, the full plan is still in the works — there are only plans for a library branch and police precinct at this point— which is why these activations are so engaging to reimagine the use of space. 

One of the first community events was a clean up day. People of all ages and backgrounds banded together for one goal: to restore the look of the Southwest Twin. A once over-grown place suddenly had garden beds and no weeds to be seen. 

David Yancy, co-director of Paint Memphis, created a gorgeous “Paint by Numbers”  mural during this event so kids and volunteers could help bring it to life. This lively piece is such a breath of fresh air. You can see it was painted with love. Whether the volunteers left covered in paint or dirt, they left knowing they’re part of a positive change in the community.

Another event included an end-of-summer block party with the newly debuted Shell On Wheels. Hundreds of residents enjoyed live music, local food trucks, rock climbing, inflatables, and a row of sick sports cars! 

The future's so bright for the Southwest Twin. Show up to the events and be a catalyst for change in the community. I encourage you to stay in the know by following the Southwest Twin’s Instagram and Facebook and signing up for email updates. 
 

Southwest Twin
www.southwesttwin.com
4233 S 3rd Street
Memphis, TN 38109