Center For Southern Folklore

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119 S Main St
Memphis, TN 38103

The Center for Southern Folklore in Memphis, TN is a premier resource for Mid-South culture and entertainment, offering a wide variety of events, programs, and customized tours that showcase the music and cultural history of the Memphis Delta region. With a Folklore Store that serves as part general store, part art gallery, and part music hall, visitors can purchase regional folk art, prints, CDs, and DVDs while enjoying live performances of Blues, Jazz, Hip Hop, Rockabilly, Gospel, and more.

Located at 119 S. Main St., the Center also features Heritage Hall, where visitors can watch films, see folk art, and enjoy photographic exhibits, providing a unique and unforgettable experience for families, businesses, and special occasions. Whether exploring the rich heritage of the region or indulging in authentic southern cuisine, the Center for Southern Folklore offers a vibrant and family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates the diverse cultural traditions of the South.

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4.519 reviews
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Joelle P.
4/10/2015

Where do I even start with the Center for Southern Folklore? For starters, they are a museum, a gift shop, restaurant (with REALLY good food), a spectacular venue for parties, a music hall, and...

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Veronica X.
12/20/2012

Reading Kyle's five-star review months ago was the first time I knew about the Center For Southern Folklore and I was intrigued, but for some reason it was put on the back burner, until I realized...

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Martie P.
4/1/2011

Today was not my first time at the Center for Southern Folklore. I love their music festival. It's free and features a ton of local talent. Actually, I saw John Paul Keith & the 145's for the...

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Erica B.
8/6/2010

I've not experienced a live show here yet, so I am simply reviewing the store portion of this place. We took my mom here on her first visit to Memphis as she was trying to find some local art to...

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Tanya T.
8/19/2010

I recently celebrated my 20 year high school reunion at the Center for the Southern Folklore, and the venue was perfect. There was plenty of room to dance, reconnect with old friends, chill at the...

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