As the new northern entrance to Tom Lee Park takes shape at the Cutbank Bluff, Memphis River Parks Partnership celebrates major steps forward as funding and design milestones are hit, powered by significant donations from acclaimed local brands.

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Located on about 30 riverfront acres, Tom Lee Park currently offers a sweeping panoramic view of the Mighty Mississippi and downtown Memphis’ skyline.

A virtual groundbreaking is set for 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 9, at the site of the park’s new gateway — the Cutbank Bluff — and will run live on the Partnership’s Facebook page.

Last month, Memphis River Parks Partnership shared an update on Tom Lee Park’s design process and published the completed schematic design. The design and approval process can be complex — your questions answered below!

Remarks by Carol Coletta to the International Downtown Association Annual Conference on October 7, 2020.

Memphis River Parks Partnership held a virtual public meeting Monday, September 21, 2020, to consider ways to make Riverside Drive safer, slower, and accessible for all visitors to a reimagined Tom Lee Park. Participants overwhelmingly supported improvements that achieved those goals.

New signage in Martyrs Park points the way to Big River Crossing and back.

Today, traffic moves very quickly (and sometimes very wildly) on Riverside Drive. Pedestrians attempting to cross the street (or even to enjoy the park) are often placed in an unsafe situation.

Basketball fans everywhere are excited that the NBA is returning later this month, so what better way to show support for our Grizzlies than to “join” them in Orlando?

A riverfront for peace.

“We want you to come and listen, meditate, pray, move, and connect with the people who help heal the heart of Memphis.”

Gyms are closed, and everybody is experiencing some sort of stress or anxiety. Good news: we can use outdoors as a place to release some physical energy.

Five easy nature-themed crafts to do at home.