South Main Historic Arts District | South Main Association
Go South Main
Come live, work & play in the historic South Main Arts District
South Main Historic Arts District | South Main Association
Go South Main
Come live, work & play in the historic South Main Arts District
Arts. Dining. Entertainment. Shops. More.
This one-square mile neighborhood – starting just one block south of historic Beale Street – holds some Memphis’ greatest legends, architecture, art, innovation and characters. It is full of DIY’ers and entrepreneurs, locally owned shops, chef-owned restaurants and organizations that support the arts. This was Memphis’ first suburb, first arts district, the hub of the world’s first modern grocery store, and where rock & roll was first played on the air. Today, the world comes to South Main to hear the story of the civil rights movement. More than $500 million in new development is underway in South Main, bringing in more homes, attractions, restaurants, shops, and creative spirit to the neighborhood.
UPCOMING EVENTS
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trolley Night | LAST FRIDAY OF the MONTH | 6:00 p.m. | south main
South main social | second tuesday oF the MONTH | 6:00 p.m. | TBD
Development Update
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TROLLEY NIGHT
Trolley Night
South Main's street festival has been celebrated the last Friday of every month since 2000! Galleries and shops are open late, live music lines Main Street, restaurants offer specials, and there are always surprises. Join us for the festivities!
TROLLEY NIGHT
Trolley Night
South Main's street festival has been celebrated the last Friday of every month since 2000! Galleries and shops are open late, live music lines Main Street, restaurants offer specials, and there are always surprises. Join us for the festivities!
SHOPPING
Shopping
Walk into any of South Main's locally owned shops – chances are, the owner will be there to welcome you. These passionate, eclectic entrepreneurs distinguish their shops with everything from high-end, name-brand designers to made-in-Memphis items just for you.
SHOPPING
Shopping
Walk into any of South Main's locally owned shops – chances are, the owner will be there to welcome you. These passionate, eclectic entrepreneurs distinguish their shops with everything from high-end, name-brand designers to made-in-Memphis items just for you.
FOOD
Food
You won't find any restaurant chains here. That's one of the reasons so many South Main menu items have been featured on Food Network, including Gus's Fried Chicken, Earnestine & Hazel's Soul Burger, Rizzo's Lobster Pronto Pup, The Arcade's sweet potato pancakes and Central BBQ's ribs. You also can prepare your own dishes with fresh produce, proteins and breads from the Memphis Farmers Market, accompanied by a bottle of wine from The Corkscrew. South Main is a foodie's dream - come experience it for yourself today.
FOOD
Food
You won't find any restaurant chains here. That's one of the reasons so many South Main menu items have been featured on Food Network, including Gus's Fried Chicken, Earnestine & Hazel's Soul Burger, Rizzo's Lobster Pronto Pup, The Arcade's sweet potato pancakes and Central BBQ's ribs. You also can prepare your own dishes with fresh produce, proteins and breads from the Memphis Farmers Market, accompanied by a bottle of wine from The Corkscrew. South Main is a foodie's dream - come experience it for yourself today.
ART
Art
In the mid-1980s, artists discovered a trove of vacant buildings that were architectural gems, large enough for live/work space, and very affordable. And so began the migration of artists to South Main. Today, artists, musicians, writers, designers, architects and organizations that support the arts and Memphis culture are a part our creative fabric.
ART
Art
In the mid-1980s, artists discovered a trove of vacant buildings that were architectural gems, large enough for live/work space, and very affordable. And so began the migration of artists to South Main. Today, artists, musicians, writers, designers, architects and organizations that support the arts and Memphis culture are a part our creative fabric.
DISCOVER
Discover
Locally owned restaurants, galleries and shops, world-renowned attractions, stunning living spaces and community spirit all contribute to one of Memphis' most historic and fastest-growing neighborhoods. Go to the guide pages for all the must-see food, shops, arts, culture and services in the area.
DISCOVER
Discover
Locally owned restaurants, galleries and shops, world-renowned attractions, stunning living spaces and community spirit all contribute to one of Memphis' most historic and fastest-growing neighborhoods. Go to the guide pages for all the must-see food, shops, arts, culture and services in the area.