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 A mummy and more |
3750 Norriswood Road (at Central) Memphis, TN 38152 United States +1 901 678 2224 http://www.people.memphis.edu |
In honor of the ancient Egyptian counterpart to the modern American city of Memphis, the local university maintains a museum featuring a good representation of the usual items from the City by the Nile, including a mummy, papyruses, and various implements and household goods. Another permanent exhibit is the Spirit of Africa, which has artifacts and sculptures from West Africa. In addition—and somewhat unexpectedly—the museum houses an interesting collection of miniatures of American furniture and a good smattering of American and European prints. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Impressionist art and gardens |
4339 Park Ave (at Cherry) Memphis, TN 38117 United States +1 901 761 5250 / +1 901 761 2409 http://www.dixon.org/ |
The Dixons were a childless couple who collected art, both fine and decorative, and left it all to the city when they died. The permanent collection ranges from mediocre to good. The traveling exhibits, however, are often spectacular, and have included Faberge eggs, glassworks by Seattle artist Dale Chihuly and an explosion of color from Raoul Dufy. The 17-acre garden is usually open for strolling, except during outdoor concerts, picnics or theater productions. The museum shop often has items from Memphis' Great Wonders exhibits. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 seniors 60 and older, and free for students and children 11 or younger. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Yoga classes and discussion groups |
3534 Forrest Memphis, TN 38122 United States +1 901 681 0009 http://www.easternsunyoga.com |
Want to improve your flexibility and enhance your awareness and concentration? Hatha yoga may be for you. Classes of varying skill levels run 6-8 weeks at a cost of $60 to $80. Call to ask about dropping in on a class or to schedule a private lesson. Attire is bare feet and visible knees. Yoga philosophy discussion groups meet monthly and all are welcome to delve into subjects such as feelings and passion on the spiritual journey. One to three day workshops are held periodically and a Buddhist meditation group meets each Wednesday. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Horticultural center with art exhibits |
Memphis Botanic Garden (750 Cherry Road) Memphis, TN 38117 United States +1 901 685 1566 http://www.memphisbotanicgarde... |
The Garden Center provides resources for local gardeners, as well as a showcase for art and horticultural exhibits. A permanent collection of Boehm porcelain is worth a visit in itself and you may find an iris show or herb plant sale going on as well. The staff in the well stocked library of books on plants and gardening can offer advice on everything from what plants do well in the hot Memphis summers to what the best flowers are for attracting hummingbirds to your garden. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Therapeutic retreat-offices of the Message Institute of Memphis |
3445 Poplar Avenue #3 Memphis, TN 38111 United States +1 901 324 4470 |
Stressed out? Too much time on the road? Treat yourself to a relaxing massage. Therapeutic Swedish massage in a clinical, professional atmosphere is available. Clients may choose 30, 60 or 90-minute sessions with a licensed massage therapist. For an additional charge, clients may loosen up sore muscles in a steam cabinet for 15-20 minutes before their massage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serene Japanese garden |
750 Cherry Road (Between Park Avenue and Southern) Memphis, TN 38117 United States +1 901 685 1566 http://www.memphisbotanicgarde... |
This collection of gardens covers over 96 acres in East Memphis. The lovely Japanese garden, with its bridges, ponds and goldfish is a favorite with visitors, who come for the candlelight evening tours in the summer. In the spring, the Ketchum Iris Garden glows with a myriad of colors, while the Municipal Rose Garden is at its best in May, June, and September. There is even a Sensory Garden that is designed to appeal to all five senses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The house that Piggly Wiggly built |
3050 Central Ave (between Goodwyn and Greer) Memphis, TN 38111 United States +1 901 320 6320 http://www.memphismuseums.org/... |
This museum is housed in the Georgian marble home built in the 1920s by Clarence Sanders, founder of the Piggly Wiggly grocery store chain. Sanders never got to live here, and the city transformed the site into a complex of attractions, including the Sharpe Planetarium and an IMAX theater. The Pink Palace's exhibits cover topics ranging from dinosaurs to the Civil War, and from the early Spanish explorers to the evolution of medical research in Memphis. Admission: USD8.25 adults, USD7.75 seniors, USD5.75 children (3-12). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Planetarium kids love |
3050 Central Ave (Pink Palace Museum) Memphis, TN 38111 United States +1 901 320 6320 http://www.memphismuseums.org/... |
Tired of putting people, especially kids, to sleep with droning lectures in a dark room and trying to compete with the IMAX theater next door? This planetarium has spiced up its shows with laser lights and music from bands such as the Grateful Dead, Pearl Jam and Pink Floyd. There is even an Elvis show during Elvis Week in August. During special meteorological events, such as meteor showers, the planetarium staff sets up telescopes on the front lawn and encourages visitors to bring their families as well as a picnic dinner. Admission: varies with show or event. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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