Memphis Collection (page 9)

TENNESSEE: FLOOD, 1937. Memphis, Tennessee during the flood of the Ohio River. Photograph by Edwin Locke, February 1937

MEMPHIS: UNEMPLOYED, 1938. Part of the daily lineup of unemployed men waiting outside the office of the State Employment Service in Memphis, Tennessee. Photographed by Dorothea Lange, June 1938

MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939. Men in front of a billiard hall on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1939

MEMPHIS: BEALE ST. c1939. Secondhand clothing stores and pawn shops on Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1939

MIGRANT WORKERS, 1938. Two African American migrant cotton choppers in Memphis, Tennessee hoping for plantation work. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1938

MEMPHIS: UNEMPLOYED, 1938. Job applicants waiting outside the office of the State Employment Service in Memphis
MEMPHIS: UNEMPLOYED, 1938. Part of the daily lineup of unemployed men waiting outside the office of the State Employment Service in Memphis, Tennessee. Photographed by Dorothea Lange, June 1938

BEAN VINES, 1938. A farm girl seated on a porch behind butter bean vines in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, June 1938

TEXAS: HOTEL, 1937. The New Cobb Hotel in Memphis, Texas. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, 1937

TENNESSEE: PARADE, 1940. People watching the parade at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1940

TENNESSEE: PARADE, 1940. Nuns watching the parade at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1940

TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. Children on the merry-go-round at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1940

TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. A young girl at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1940

TENNESSEE: CARNIVAL, 1940. Children at the Cotton Carnival in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, c1940

NEWSPAPER PEDDLER, 1938. Vendor selling newspapers on the sidewalk, Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Russell Lee, September 1938

FLOOD REFUGEES, 1937. A mother and child of flood refugee family near Memphis, Texas. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, May 1937

JUKE JOINT: DRUMMER, 1939. Drummer at a juke joint in Memphis, Tennessee. Photograph by Marion Post Wolcott, 1939

COTTON PICKERS, 1937. Cotton hoers in Memphis, Tennessee, preparing to depart for a days work in Arkansas. Photographed by Dorothea Lange, June 1937

Satellite view of Memphis, Tennessee

A skydiver from the U. S. Army Golden Knights touches down onto the dropzone target
A U.S. Army Golden Knights jump team skydiver reaches out his foot to touch down onto the dropzone target during rehearsal for a Blue Angels airshow at Millington Naval Air Station, Millington

The Bear Pits, Memphis, Tennessee, c. 1900-20 (b / w photo)
XOS867943 The Bear Pits, Memphis, Tennessee, c.1900-20 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Midnight Race on the Mississippi, 1875 (litho)
BAL3171 Midnight Race on the Mississippi, 1875 (litho) by Currier, N. (1813-88) and Ives, J.M. (1824-95); American Museum, Bath, Avon, UK; American, out of copyright

Midnight Race on the Mississippi, published by Currier and Ives (colour litho)
XIR216643 Midnight Race on the Mississippi, published by Currier and Ives (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, CT, USA; American, out of copyright

USA, Tennessee, Memphis. Detail of stainless steel sculpture of grizzly bear. Credit as: Don Grall / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

MEMPHIS: MAIN STREET, 1890. A view of Main Street in Memphis, Tennessee, showing a wagon loaded with cotton. Photographed in 1890

MISSISSIPPI STEAMBOAT, c1900. The steamboat City of Memphis photographed on the Mississippi River, c1900

MISSISSIPPI STEAMBOAT, c1865. The Silver Moon, steamboat of the Memphis & Cincinnati Packet Line, on the levee in Memphis, Tennessee, next to the Sir William Wallace. Photographed c1865

MISSISSIPPI RIVER: DREDGES. Part of the dredge fleet of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers moored at their winter quarters in West Memphis, Arkansas, on the Mississippi River

FREEDMENs SCHOOL, 1865. A freedmens school in Memphis, Tennessee. Wood engraving, 1865

USA, Tennessee, Memphis: Mud Island River Park Monorail & The Pyramid

USA, Tennessee, Memphis, City View from Mud Island

NA, USA, Tennessee

NA, USA, Tennessee, Memphis, Main Street Trolly and Park

NA, USA, Tennessee, Memphis, Mud Island Park, Fountains and River Map

NA, USA, Tennessee, Memphis, Court Square Park in City Center

Huge head of Sphinx, seen from the front. It is just in front of the second pyramid of Memphis, Egypt. Engraving after FL Norden

Relief of Imenmes and Dejat, Parents of General Imeneminet, from a Tomb in Memphis, circa 1336 BC

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, pyramid complex of Djoser (Zoser), Entrance, colonnade UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, Mastaba of Kagemni, Old Kingdom, Relief UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, Zoser, Bedouin on camel beside step pyramids of Djoser and Userkaf UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Amenhotep sarcophagus, Relief with Anubi as jackal UNESCO World Heritage Site

Egypt, Memphis, Saqquara necropolis, pyramid complex of Djoser (Zoser), Pyramid of Djoser UNESCO World Heritage Site

Shabaka stone, 25th dynasty, 710 BC, from Memphis. Contains account of the Creation. Text damaged after use of stone as a millstone. Ancient Egypt

American Civil War 1861-1865: Destruction of the Confederate (Southern) flotilla by Unionist armoured gunboats at Memphis, Tennessee, July 1862. Wood engraving

Pyramids at Giza (Gizeh): in foreground is that of Khafre (Chephren) 4th king of 4th dynasty. In background is Great Pyramid of Cheops (Khufu) Old Kingdom c2686-2160 BC

Administration Building, Memphis Municipal Airport, Memphis, Tennessee
Exterior view of the Memphis Municipal Airport Administration Building

Postcard of Harbins Tourist Court. ca. 1933, Enjoy our Southern Hospitality Harbiss Tourist Court Memphis, Tenn. U. S
Postcard of Harbins Tourist Court. ca. 1933, Enjoy our Southern Hospitality Harbiss Tourist Court Memphis, Tenn. U.S. Highway 51 South. 4 miles south of city limits J.C. Harbin

Postcard of Sherron Shoe Company. ca. 1908-1910, Sherron Shoe Co. Memphis, Tenn. We endeavor to please our patrons, and if you are satisfied with your purchase tell your friends, if not tell US

Kennedy With Albert Gore
Memphis, Tennessee: 1960 Senator Kennedy is greeted in Memphis by supporters on his arrival at the airport. Senator Albert Gore is seated beside him and Memphis mayor Henry Loeb is at lower left

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Welcome to Memphis, the city that never sleeps. From the soulful sounds of BB Kings Blues Club to the iconic Elvis Presleys Heartbreak Hotel sign, this vibrant city is a haven for music lovers. As night falls, Beale Street comes alive with its neon lights and pulsating rhythms, offering an unforgettable experience. Step into Sun Studios, where legends like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash recorded their first hits, and feel the echoes of history reverberate through your soul. But Memphis isn't just about music; it's also steeped in rich cultural heritage. Explore the ancient Egyptian influence at Sun Studios as you admire the mesmerizing relief of Egypt's Goddess Nephthys. This unexpected connection between two worlds adds a touch of mystique to this already captivating city. As you wander down Beale Street at night, immerse yourself in its legendary atmosphere. The energy is palpable as talented musicians fill every corner with bluesy melodies that transport you back in time. It's no wonder why Beale Street has become synonymous with Memphis itself – a place where dreams are born and musical legacies are made. Even beyond its borders lies another Memphis - Texas' very own gem bearing the same name. A vintage photograph by Dorothea Lange captures a moment frozen in time: a sign for a hotel in small-town Memphis amidst vast Texan landscapes. This glimpse into history reminds us that even distant places can share familiar names and stories. So whether you're exploring Sun Studios or strolling along Beale Street at nightfall, let Memphis enchant you with its melodic charm and timeless allure. Experience firsthand why this city holds such an indelible place in American culture – where past meets present and music reigns supreme.