Saturday October 4th 2025 • 10:00 am

National Civil Rights Museum, 450 Mulberry Street, Memphis, TN

 

A New Space for Reflection & Celebration

We’re cutting the ribbon and opening the gates to another chapter of community connection. Join the National Civil Rights Museum and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation for the BlueCross Healthy Place at Founders Park Grand Opening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Expect a celebration of family-friendly fun, wellness, art, music, and cultural reflection in this renovated green space facing the historic Lorraine Motel.

✨ Wellness Zone – Pop-up yoga + group fitness

🎨 Create Zone – Hands-on art & crafts for all ages

🎈 Youth Zone – Balloon art, lawn games, and a book giveaway

🤝 Connect Zone – Local community orgs + resources

🥁 Voices from the Terrace – Storytelling, cultural reflections, and community drumming

🎶 Mainstage – Ribbon cutting, performances, line dancing & more!