Community L.I.F.T. and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will activate elements of the Memphis Music Magnet plan, a collaboratively-developed, arts-based revitalization concept that builds on musical heritage and cultural assets to foster increased recognition of Soulsville USA and to fuel its redevelopment.
In addition, River City Capital Investment Corp is an affiliate of Community LIFT whose mission is to increase economic development in underserved neighborhoods by attracting and leveraging investment capital for community revitalization.
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See below for recent updates, press, and events from this project
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Mar 15, 2017
“All of these galleries are truly reflective of their community,” said Whitney Hardy, founder and executive director of Young Arts Patrons. “They’re not just there... Read More
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Aug 4, 2016
The home of the blues. The birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll. The founding father of soul. These are some of the descriptors that might come... Read More
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Jun 27, 2016
As I sit in Slim’s backyard at the second anniversary party of the Memphis Slim House Collaboratory, I take a deep breath. Strings of lights... Read More
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Jun 14, 2016
In 2014, the historic family home of blues pianist Memphis Slim (aka John "Peter" Chatman) — a dilapidated structure in the heart of South Memphis,... Read More
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Jan 14, 2016
The Building Neighborhood Capacity Program is making a difference in Soulsville, USA with more than 30 community members of the Planning Team focusing on efforts... Read More
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Jan 7, 2016
The vibrancy of Soulsville, USA is obvious in every aspect of the neighborhood's culture. It is a neighborhood rich with art, music and dance. Read More
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Nov 3, 2015
A historic neighborhood, that houses Stax Records and created some of the greatest music in America, is gearing up to showcase new talent across the... Read More
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Feb 21, 2013
ArtPlace spoke with Eric Robertson, President of Community LIFT, about the recent ArtPlace Creative Placemaking Summit in Miami. ArtPlace: Where does this movement go next?... Read More
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Dec 19, 2012
Community L.I.F.T. and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will activate elements of the Memphis Music Magnet plan, a collaboratively-developed, arts-based revitalization concept that builds on musical... Read More
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Nov 25, 2012
The Memphis Music Magnet is arts-based neighborhood revitalization with a Memphis twist, designed to augment the redevelopment of the Soulsville USA neighborhood by making it... Read More
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Nov 12, 2012
Community L.I.F.T. and the Memphis Symphony Orchestra will activate elements of the Memphis Music Magnet plan, a collaboratively-developed, arts-based revitalization concept that builds on musical... Read More
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Sep 20, 2012
The Memphis Music Magnet is arts-based neighborhood revitalization with a Memphis twist, designed to augment the redevelopment of the Soulsville USA neighborhood by making it... Read More
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Aug 18, 2012
The Memphis Music Magnet is arts-based neighborhood revitalization with a Memphis twist, designed to augment the redevelopment of the Soulsville USA neighborhood by making it... Read More
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Aug 01, 2012
The Memphis Music Magnet is arts-based neighborhood revitalization with a Memphis twist, designed to augment the redevelopment of the Soulsville USA neighborhood by making it... Read More