Activities
Historical Walking Tours
Historical walking tours
are designed to be a refreshing and leisurely walk through
historical places of the 1800’s in Shelby County. You visit
with famous, not so famous, colorful and historic persons
being portrayed by volunteer actors dressed in period
attire and speaking in the first person. The walk is
entertaining, exciting and provides information about our
ancestors.
Memphis Pilgrimage
The Memphis Pilgrimage is a
fascinating tour of period homes, Churches and business
establishments built during the 1800’s. Many are not
available for public viewing at any other time. Fascinating
architectural designs and construction are interpreted by
trained guides along with biographies of the builders and
owners of these historic places. The Memphis Pilgrimage is
open to the public.
Southern Heritage Ball
The Southern Heritage Ball
is held in period style with all the regalia of the 1800’s.
Period dances with authentic music take you back to amore
genteel and elegant era. Period attire or formal dress
required.
Living History
Educational teams are well informed
and trained in public presentations. Instructional programs
and performances are available to such groups as individual
Schools or classrooms, School day performances, senior
citizens groups, retirement facilities, re-enactments,
theaters and local clubs and civic organizations. Programs
include first person impressions of historical patriots
along with documented instructional question and answers
teaching. Visual hands-on displays encourage group
participation.
