At 495 Tennessee Street, in what is known as  the newly revitalized South Main in downtown Memphis, sits a 19th century Romanesque factory building.  Dilapidated from the outside, inside holds a secret treasure. This diamond in the rough, has revitalized itself into one of the most exciting and unique beer gardens.  In this factory building known as the Tennessee Brewery, at one point brewed up to 250,000 barrels of Goldcrest 51 beer at the turn of the 20th century From…

  “Come see what’s growing on in beautiful downtown Ripley, TN.  Whether visiting our historic Art Deco Court House, browsing through the antique and gift shops, or enjoying a leisurely lunch with the locals, you will know why Ripley is called the “City of Hospitality.”                – Frankie McCord, Executive Director Primarily known for their famous tomatoes, Ripley, TN has a lot more to offer. With a revitalized downtown, the Main Street area has shops, entertainment, restaurants, and a Farmer’s Market surrounding…

Looking to spend a fun afternoon shopping, eating, and enjoying the outdoors all in one location?  Downtown Collierville is the place!  As a Tennessee Main Street and Tennessee Downtown designee, the Collierville’s Town Square has unique historic and cultural attractions combined with modern amenities.  The square offers local shops featuring sporting goods, vintage apparel, jewelry, boots, antiques, home furnishings, and gardening accessories.  Restaurants and cafes are just a few steps away as well, no matter if you’re looking for coffee,…

A Civil War 150th Anniversary Commemoration will be held at Fort Pillow on Saturday, April 12, 2014. Heritage Tours will lead a bus tour to this historic site as a part of the Tennessee Civil War Sesquicentennial Observance. Activities will include lectures, walking tours, living history, encampments and public displays throughout the day. “Remember Fort Pillow! Remember Fort Pillow!” Such was the rallying cry of the Civil War United States Colored Troops (USTC) as they charged into battle after hundreds…

The Germantown Performing Arts Center (GPAC) hosts some of the most exciting and unique performance events in West Tennessee each year.  GPAC is the premiere performing arts center in the region, having developed arts education programs, created two orchestras, and presented fantastic international touring performers to our community. With a full calendar of youth music performances, comedy, dance, symphony and classical music series events, the current season is no exception. Season Events | Buy Tickets! Here’s what’s happening at GPAC…