Creating Community With: Anna House

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Craft Bars are popping up all over the place, and they've finally made it to Memphis thanks to local creative and experienced art instructor, Anna House! 

Tender Hearts Craft Pop-Up Bar will be the first of many craft bars, but it isn't the only workshop Anna has brought into the community. From flash tattoo embroidery to cyanotype workshops, Anna is bringing many unique creative outlets to the Memphis area.

Memphis Music Feature: Lina Beach

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Within the sacred walls of Royal Studios, where legends such as Al Green, Ann Peebles, and Bruno Mars have spun gold, today’s local artists hope to create similar magic. 

One such artist is Lina Beach, who has been taken under the wing of none other than GRAMMY Award Winning engineer, composer, and producer Boo Mitchell.  I caught up with Lina at Royal Studios to talk about her upcoming debut album, her time with the Hi Rhythm Section, and more. Read below to find out all the details! 

2026 Is a Big Year for Memphis Arts and Culture — Here’s Everything You Need to Know

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Memphis has always been a city that creates. From the music born on Beale Street to the gardens that bloom every spring in Midtown, culture isn’t something we go looking for here, it’s woven into the fabric of everyday life. But 2026? This year is something special.

Many of Memphis’ most beloved arts institutions are celebrating major milestones this year, a packed calendar of world-class exhibitions is underway, and brand-new experiences are opening their doors across the city for the very first time. Here’s your guide to all of it.

A Year of Milestones

BLOOM at Memphis Botanic Garden Is Bringing a Million Reasons to Love Spring

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Nearly one million blooms are about to pop across Memphis and you’re going to want to make a day (or three) of it.

Spring in Memphis just hits different. And this year, Memphis Botanic Garden is going all out with BLOOM: A Million Shades of Spring, a season-long celebration running March through May 2026.

Cute Local Floral Shops in Memphis That We Love

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Memphis has no shortage of big-name florists, but sometimes the best bouquets come from the small, tucked-away shops that feel more like a creative studio than a store. 

These local floral spots bring serious personality to their arrangements whether that’s wild and whimsical, soft and romantic, or bold and unexpected. If you love supporting small businesses and walking out with flowers that feel thoughtfully made, these are the ones to know.

Events to Celebrate Black History Month in Memphis

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From art and music to performances and history programs, here’s what’s happening in Memphis this February to celebrate Black History Month.

Memphis is celebrating Black History Month with a variety of events across the city. This guide highlights programs for all ages, including museum exhibits, dance and music performances, community activities, and hands-on workshops. Plan your month with these can’t-miss events honoring Black history, culture, and creativity.

Your Guide to Mardi Gras Memphis-Style

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Laissez les bons temps rouler in Memphis!

Memphis, it’s time to bring out your purple, green, and gold! From dazzling parades to masquerade balls, family fun days, festive tailgates, and creole restaurants, there’s something for partygoers of all ages. Happy Mardi Gras (or dare we say MEMdi Gras), mane! Oh while you're here, check out these local bakeries serving up King Cake.

Mardi Gras Events in Memphis