Center for Southern Folklore

06/11/2026

Now that was a band. This 1928 photo taken at the Beale Street Appomattox Club features Maurice Hulbert's Lo-Down Hounds.
Images like these are available by clicking on www.southernfolklore.com/historical-prints?page=2 .
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06/09/2026

This was one of the views from our show last Sunday. Dr. Bill Hurd played in front of a packed and enthusiastic house here at the Center for Southern Folklore. If you weren't here your next chance for Jazz at the Folk will be July 5.
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05/19/2026

Precious Cargo Exchange PCE is brining the smooth sounds of Gospel and Jazz to Downtown Memphis!

Grab your music friends and we'll see you here at the Center for Southern Folklore on Sunday, June 7th.

Head to preciouscargoexchange.com to purchase your tickets today.

04/23/2026

New at the Center for Southern Folklore: our classic T‑shirt in size Large — comfy, iconic, and only $20. Grab yours today and wear a piece of Southern culture. https://wix.to/Cv6aYFj

04/10/2026

Appearing nightly at the Center for Southern Folklore are the sounds of Daddy Mack, Barbara Blue, FreeWorld, Kate Campbell and a salute to the Beatles. These and other sounds are available at only a click away at www.southernfolklore.com/cds
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04/10/2026

02/12/2026

These chickens and other art by Lisa arrived before the cold spell. Come visit them at 119 S. Main or online at southernfolklore.com/available-in-store-only
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01/27/2026

Due to the extreme cold and dangerous conditions on the slick downtown mall the Center for Southern Folklore remains closed until it's safe. Stay warm out there, we will reopen next week and remember that our "warm" jazz series is scheduled to return March 1.

12/18/2025

Winter is a good time to check out our own Center for Southern Folklore-produced CDs or if you'd prefer you can always read all about the Kings of Memphis: Elvis or BB. You can purchase these by clicking on www.southernfolklore.com/dvds or for our books click www.southernfolklore.com/shop-1
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11/12/2025

Besides hosting our jazz concerts, the Center for Southern Folklore is the perfect place downtown to host birthday parties, conferences or any family get-togethers. With the holidays approaching our space tucked behind the Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art is always ready to share your celebration. Call 525-3655 or email us at [email protected].
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