United States Tennessee Memphis

Magevney House

A historic 19th-century cottage, one of the city's oldest residences, now serving as a museum displaying pre-Civil War life.

Magevney House Guides

  • Top Historic Sites & Landmarks in Memphis

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    Memphis, Tennessee is steeped in rich culture, art, and history dating back to the 19th century. Although a landlocked town, Memphis’ vicinity to the Mississippi River made it a major freshwater trading route that helped grow the city from a few quaint homes and shops to a booming Southern metropolis. Memphis played a major role in United States history, from being at the forefront of civil rights activism to the conception of Rock and Roll music. Take a step back in time to the 19th century or the 1950’s and check out some of Memphis’ most historic sites and landmarks.