Elmwood Cemetery
Opened in 1852, more than two miles outside of the then city limits, Elmwood has
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Nathan Bedford Forrest
Join us as we discuss what could arguably be our most controversial person and subject
How I Work: John Robilio
John has been a part of the Our Memphis History from the very beginning. He
How I Work: Douglas Cupples
Doug Cupples holds B.A. and M.A. degrees in political science, and a Ph.D. in history
How I Work: Mike Vanelli
Mike is another one of our earliest team members, He has done everything from moderating
How I Work: Drew Canale
The How I Work series shines a spotlight on our researchers, contributors and others who
William Finnie Cates
William Finnie Cates, USNR (April 30, 1916 – November 12 1942) was employed by Memphis Light
LT.(jg) Joseph William Vance Jr., USNR
Lieutenant (jg) Joseph Williams Vance, JR, USNR, was born on December 4, 1918 at Memphis,
The Last Segregated Hour
We’ve all heard the phrase “11:00 Sunday is the most segregated hour of the week”,
Boy Scouts in Memphis
From the beginning of the 20th century to present day there have been active and
Join Us For A Live Conversation!
We’re excited to be speaking with the good folks over at West Tennessee Historical Society,
Mayhem in Memphis
Memphis was not always the genteel city on the river that we all remember. We’ve
Levitt Shell
Join Joe & Mark as we walk through the history of the Levitt Shell, AKA
South Main District
This episode revolves around the buildings, businesses, hotels and people of the South main District
Forever Young Senior Veterans
Join us as we celebrate our veterans and the incredible work being done by Forever
Martin Luther King Day
We pause to reflect on this day of remembrance and service to reread the words
We Remember Pearl Harbor – December 7, 1941
Today we remember the attack on Pearl Harbor by the Imperial Japanese Navy which led
The History of Jews in Memphis
This episode will walk us through the history of the Jewish people in and around
Memphis Annexations
Join Mark & Joe and their special guests as we walk through the history of
Civil Defense
Did you know very few houses in Memphis were prepared for the aftermath of any
Epidemics & Pandemics in the Memphis Area
We’ve all heard about the Yellow Fever outbreak Memphis survived back in the 1800’s, but
Memphis In The Maritime
Join Mark, Joe and our guests as we take a look at Memphis during the
CBHS Reunion
Immediately after our recording we were able to surprise Bro. Joel with a mini reunion
Christian Brothers High School Part II
We’re back with another episode dedicated to one of our favorites, Christian Brothers High School.
St Thomas Catholic Church and the Firefighters Stained Glass
Researched and presented by Joe Lowry & Trish McMillan Gully In 2014 Michael Lloyd, as