Maggie Louise

Spend a romantic overnight at the offbeat Talbot Heirs Guesthouse. This quirky hotel is small and privately owned, with individualized, spacious suites and luxurious accommodations. Located near Beale Street, with many restaurants, theaters and entertainment venues within walking distance, Talbot Heirs offers guests a unique stay in rooms that are as original, authentic and spirited as Memphis itself.

Formerly the Memphis Cotton Carnival, Carnival Memphis has been around since 1931. This annual celebration consists of a series of parties and festivals similar to Mardi Gras. During the month of June, the Carnival Memphis Association and its krewes select a King, Queen, and Royal Court to reign over the festivities, including parades and events celebrating local industries.

Experience the transformative power of art at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art. One of the oldest art museums in the state, Brooks houses an outstanding collection of art ranging from antiquity to contemporary. Located in Overton Park, Brooks comprises of twenty-nine galleries, two art classrooms, a print study room, a research library and a professional auditorium.