A Living Celebration Of
African-American History And Achievement
The Memphis Heritage Trail (MHT) is a cultural district and expansive community redevelopment plan to celebrate the rich business, cultural, and musical heritage of African American achievements in Memphis, Tennessee. It aims to educate and promote an appreciation for diversity, history, and culture to a global audience through authentic interactive experiences. MHT covers a historic 20-block redevelopment area in South City and also links to the historic Orange Mound and Soulsville communities.
Memphis Heritage Trail
I AM A MAN
“The Memphis Heritage Trail makes our history tangible by connecting people to the places and stories that shaped our city. It’s an important way to preserve Memphis’ legacy and share it with future generations.”
– Mayor Paul Young
Explore
Historical markers placed around Memphis that educate and inspire.
Memphis Heritage Trail is a walking museum that covers a historic 20-block redevelopment area in South Memphis, Downtown, and also has links to the historic Orange Mound and Soulsville USA communities.
Learn
A curriculum catered specifically for the African American experience.
A curriculum featuring Memphis’ rich African-American history is available for schools.
Invest
Revitalizing and Rebuilding African American Legacies
The Memphis Heritage Trail project revitalizes some of our city’s most historically important communities while highlighting the unprecedented achievements of the African-Americans who built them.
Get the App
Download the app now to view historical context and videos or to take the Memphis Heritage Tour Journey of African American History via the app.
Get the Brochure
You can also download the Memphis Heritage Trail brochure here and learn more about the interesting people and places on the historic trail.
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