Capturing the Soul of Memphis: Best Places for Instagram-Worthy Photos

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This article was written by team members at Campfire Collective in collaboration with I Love Memphis. 

Memphis, Tennessee, is a city steeped in history, culture, and music. Unlike places we could name that have murals set up simply to attract bachelorette trips and photoshoots, Memphis has soul oozing out of every corner!

Gus’s Fried Chicken Sandwich Is Perfection Between Two Fluffy Buns

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People have asked and they've asked for a long time. Now, the moment we’ve all been waiting for is here.

Gus’s World Famous Hot and Spicy Fried Chicken finally added a Fried Chicken Sandwich to their menu but only at select locations--for now! And after trying it– I dream about the juicy deliciousness often.

Take a Walk Through A Forest of Blue Trees and Listen to the Tones of Nature

Blue Trees: Shelby Canopy

Even the trees bleed blue. Memphis’ newest two-part immersive public art installation is here! Shelby Canopy: Our Shared Connection along the Wolf River Greenway runs now til April 19, 2024.

100 Trees To Address Deforestation

If you’ve been walking or biking along the Wolf River Greenway trail, you may have seen quite a few vibrant ultramarine blue trees pop up.

First Ever Televised Concert at Graceland Features the Biggest Names in Music

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Get out your cleanest pair of blue suede shoes for this one! The ‘Christmas at Graceland’ performance is the estate’s first televised concert. The show will include eight iconic music legends and never before broadcast footage of the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

A Star-Studded, Holiday-Themed Elvis Tribute

Elvis Presley fans, and music lovers in general, NBC and Graceland are giving us a pretty unique (and awesome) gift this holiday season!

Small Business Passport Supports 17 Women-Owned Memphis Shops

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It's back! The Small Business Passport includes discounts for each shop and a map to encourage Memphians to shop local and women-owned just in time for the holidays.

The holiday season is upon us and if you’re in need of gift ideas or just everyday needs, you can easily refer to the new Small Business Passport.

Seventeen area shop owners have come together to help raise awareness about their businesses and to support the growth of women-owned businesses in the city through this passport initiative.