may/june 2013
Executive Jeffrey R. Wills, President Sudhir K. Agrawal, Sr. Vice President/ President Elect
Joy R. Bowen, Treasurer Casey Shannon, General Counsel Jan Connor, Secretary/Friends President Cindy Childress, Friends Vice President Elect Ron Coleman, Vice President/Chair Planetarium Capital Campaign
TRUSTEES Jerry C. Beyl Peggy Bodine James T. Dalton Stephen R. Franklin Jim Harwood Gene Henson Odell Horton, Jr. Lisa Lichterman Leach
John Levesque David Liebetreu Rita Moore Brent Nair Edward M. Rafalski Kevin Thompson Margaret H. West
HONORARY TRUSTEE FOR LIFE Richard S. Bodine
The Pink Palace…Head and Heart It’s no surprise when I write positive things about our museum system. So, in this Dispatch, I am going to cite two other people. Let’s call one the head and the other the heart. First, the head. Do museums really educate? Can you prove it? Or are they just places where kids run around and have fun? Nothing wrong with fun per se, but with all the pressure on our students to perform you have to ask, do museums help? Yes! Here is proof: Dr. Elena Delavega of the University of Memphis did a study on the learning gains of students from two schools who participated in our Learning Labels Program. The students showed learning gains averaging 383%. That is not a typo. There is no missing decimal point. Three hundred and eighty-three per cent. That is for both boys and girls, and that is just the average! So, do museums really educate? Yes! Now the heart. A very dedicated young teacher, Lilla Pivnick, brought her second grade class here on a field trip. She wrote that her students saw “a real dinosaur skeleton, gemstones, a giant model of the cell, and an old timey grocery store that might have been in service during the late 1800s….then reclined in the Pink Palace’s spacious planetarium to watch a special showing of The Cowboy Astronomer.” She went on, “My students were amazed by what they saw at the Pink Palace. It truly did open their minds. For many, this was their first museum visit.” Their minds were opened! Sounds like fun. And what do you call a place where you have fun and learn at the same time? The Pink Palace Family of Museums! Come see us!
Immediate Past President
Ron Coleman
EX-OFFICIO Janet Hooks Steve Pike The operation of the Pink Palace Family of Museums is a successful public-private partnership. Museum Scope Staff: Editor, Ronda Cloud Designer, Samantha Chron Writers, Samantha Chron Matthew Farmer Don Thurakichprempri Thanks to all the Pink Palace Family of Museums staff and Members whose contributions have helped make this Scope possible. volume twenty-Three, issue three Museum Scope, issn 0145-6555, is published six times a year by the Pink Palace Family of Museums, 3050 Central Avenue, Memphis,TN 38111. Annual subscription is provided with a value of $6.50 per paid membership. periodicals postage paid at Memphis, TN. Postmaster: send address changes to Museum Scope, 3050 Central Avenue
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Table of Contents:
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Board of Trustees
p. 1
CTI IMAX OPEN MON - SUN SHARPE PLANETARIUM OPEN TUES - sat
Director's Dispatch
p. 1
Special Announcements
p. 2
Exhibits
p. 3, 4
CTI IMAX Theater
p. 5
Sharpe Planetarium
p. 6
Education
p. 6
Historic Properties
p. 7
Lichterman Nature Center
p. 7
Lichterman Nature Center hours:
Collections
p. 8
Tuesday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Friday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Museum Store
p. 9
Bella Caffe
p. 10
Lichterman Nature Center 5992 Quince Rd. • Memphis, TN 38119
Membership
p. 11
Volunteers
p. 11
Facility Rentals
p. 11
bella caffe OPEN during museum hours Pink Palace Museum, IMAX® & Planetarium 3050 Central Avenue • Memphis, TN 38111
For Showtimes & Ticket Information: 901.636.2362
For Program & Ticket Information: 901.767.7322 ext. 100
Friends
p. 11
Development
p. 12
Mallory-Neely House hours:
Supporters
p. 12
Friday - Saturday: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Now Showing
p. 13
Mallory-Neely House 652 Adams Avenue • Memphis, TN 38105
Activities
p. 14
We Want to Hear from You!
p. 14
Calendar/Coming Soon
back cover
For Tour & Ticket Information: 901.523.1484
dig into a day of fun at coon creek! may 4, 2013 / 10am - 4pm / free admission!
If you've ever been to the annual fossil dig at Coon Creek Science Center, then skip this article. You already know how amazing this one-of-a-kind experience is. Mark your calendar, pack a lunch, and get ready to re-live the fun! If you've never been, then read on to learn how this unique family experience is one you'll never forget! Once a year, Pink Palace Family of Museums Members are invited to drive out to one of our lesser known (but perhaps one of our most interesting) properties to participate in a fun, family-friendly search for fossils at Coon Creek in Adamsville, TN. The property, at one time covered by the Gulf of Mexico, is now home to seventy-million year old fossils from the lifeforms that once swam the waters there. The remains of clams, snails, sharks, and even giant mosasaurs have been found superbly preserved by the clay in the sediment at the McNairy County dig site. On Coon Creek Members Day, you're invited to
uncover the past by digging for and taking home your very own prehistoric souvenirs! Staff will be on hand to show you how to clean and care for your finds in order to get them home safely. We'll also have a telescope and scale model of the solar system set up so you can take a closer look at the sky, as well as an education table full of fun activities for the kids. This is an all-day event, so make sure to pack plenty of sunscreen, snacks, and a picnic lunch for you and your family, as well as blankets or chairs to sit on. Rain or shine, we'll be out looking for fossils, so check the weather and dress appropriately!
What to bring: Sunscreen · Insect Repellant · Seating (Blankets, Lawn Chairs, etc.) · A Picnic Lunch · Your Membership Card!
Hop On to Memphis Hop!
Begins may 1, 2013 / Tues - Sun: 10am - 7pm Are you interested in touring Memphis? Whether you are just visiting the city or are a lifelong Memphian we invite you to hop onto Memphis HOP. The wheels on these buses will go round AND around Memphis to show you all the art and culture our great city has to offer! Starting May 1, 2013, Memphis HOP buses will be running Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (last pick-up at the Pink Palace will be at 4:30pm. Here at the Pink Palace Museum, we look forward to sharing our historical wonders with you as you make your journey through the city. So hop on and come pay us a visit, but leave your car behind! Memphis HOP has gotcha covered! One-day Ticket Prices: Adults
Hop Stops:
HOP N! Memphis Hop
Graceland STAX Museum Children’s Museum Pink Palace Museum Brooks Museum Memphis Zoo Sun Studio Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum AutoZone Park
Pink Palace Family | HopStop 4 of Museums
National Civil Rights Museum Metal Museum
$20, Children 12-17 $15. Children under 12 are FREE! / Attraction admissions extra.
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Experience art and music of WWI June 8 - September 1, 2013
from swords to plowshares:
Metal trench art from world war I Can beauty and inspiration be born of the materials of war? Can objects of destruction become objects of creativity and peace? It is remarkable that during the dark days of World War I, fighting soldiers and those convalescing from wounds were moved to create marvelous objects of art from discarded materials intended to devastate. The human spirit is on display in this amazing exhibit, which proves that from the trenches came something truly amazing: intricate works of art crafted of the salvaged 足materials of battle. Soldiers who fought in this Great War often came from metal-working backgrounds and, between battles, had plenty of idle time. Turning their attention away from the horror of the present, they decided to put their skills to use by focusing on their art. The result is an astonishing collection of works that are sure to take one's breath away. See this beautiful collection of over 150 artillery shell vases, ashtrays, cigarette lighters, and more from countries including Great Britain, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, and Hungary, as well as historical photographs of soldiers making art!
See this if:
You like art. Or war. Or maybe just the art of war!
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songs of the patriot As the war was being fought in Europe, many music publishers, songwriters, and cover artists in America were rallying support for the troops overseas. Opening on the 99th Anniversary of the start of WWI, Songs of the Patriot takes viewers back in time to relive the American wartime homefront of the Great War. Explore how musicians and artists expressed a range of war related feelings and travel back in time to examine many of the songs and sheet music covers that accompanied them, as you witness firsthand how effective the cover art for wartime music could be. With titles like "We'll Do Our Share While You're Over There" and "What Kind of American Are You," music was more than just a way to evoke feeling, it was a call to action. Urges to buy Liberty Bonds often graced the covers of some sheet music while other messages such as "Music will help win the war," and "A nation that sings can never be beaten," donned the cover of others. Take a look at the trench art of Swords to Plowshares and compare how greatly the art being made by those in the war differed from the art of those who stayed home.
See this if:
You actually do judge books by their covers and would like to see some of the most beautiful ones around!
40 Years of Crafts fair May 11 - September 29
In the footsteps of SGT. York In addition to our already outstanding exhibits, this summer we have added a third exhibit component to complete the visitor experience - a tribute to one of the greatest American war heroes of all time! Sergeant Alvin C. York, a native Tennessean, is famous for his heroic actions during an attack that happened in France during World War I. He led an offensive that took on a German machine gun nest, killed dozens of enemy combatants, and captured numerous weapons, all in the face of fierce resistance. Sergeant York received numerous distinctions for this and other battles, including the Congressional Medal of Honor. He was greeted as a war hero upon his eventual return to the States and has since become a legendary figure in American history. While you are enjoying trench art and music from the Great War, don't forget to take some time to get to know this Tennessee son who so bravely represented both his State and his nation in battle. Featuring artifacts, photographs and detailed historical accounts, this exhibit provides the visitor with insights into York’s background, his deeds in battle, and the path from soldier to legend.
See this if:
You've seen the movie Sgt. York and couldn't be more excited to experience the legend for yourself!
Celebrating 40 years of the beloved Pink Palace Crafts Fair, this juried exhibit on the Mezzanine showcases the work of some of the most talented and skilled craftsmen ever to participate in the event. Comprised of 28 works of art from 24 different artists and craftsmen, this display has been four decades in the making, and also features a history of the Crafts Fair as well as a history of the Friends of the Pink Palace.
See this if:
You appreciate the incredible time, talent and skill that goes into making a beautiful work of art, or if you just can't wait until the next Pink Palace Crafts Fair!
Also on exhibit:
January 24 through
may 12
Weavers of the Earth: Native american baskets From storage to cooking to child-carrying, Native American tribes from all over the country used baskets for every purpose imaginable, and you can see examples of these works of art here at the Pink Palace Museum. 4
Swim with Sharks at the CTI IMAX速 THEATER! June 22 - November 22, 2013
Teeth as sharp as razors! Fins that slice through ocean! Noses that can sense a drop of blood from up to three miles away! See the largest predatory fish in the world on the big screen at the CTI IMAX速 Theater! Painted as a villian by modern society, Great White Shark takes an up close and personal look at this predator's place in our imaginations and fears while exploring these shark's reality and role at the top of the oceanic food chain. Travel from the crystal blue waters of the Isla Guadalupe to the never before filmed shark aggregation point of Stewart Island, New Zealand, stopping in South Africa, California and Mexico along the way. Great White Shark offers a glimpse into the stunning strength and beauty these creatures possess by looking through the eyes of those who have been touched by shark encounters.
See this if:
You were fascinated or terrified (or fascinatingly terrified) by the movie Jaws and want to learn more about these magnificent creatures.
Sharks of Memphis
June 22 - November 22 Remember the "teeth as sharp as razors" that we mentioned? See them for yourself in our Sharks of Memphis IMAX lobby exhibit! Containing over 150 different fossilized shark teeth, this exhibit brings to the surface some of the most menacing mouths known to man. See the Museum's own Frankstown Fossil Slab (an uncovered section of ancient shoreline containing vertebrate fossils) and touch the teeth of an ancient shark called the Megalodon, an extinct species from the Cenozoic Era!
Also Showing:
March 2 through
november 22
Be a kid again this summer! All Members will receive child ticket prices for IMAX films this summer! Come see a movie between May 1 and August 31 and pay $6.50 per ticket, regardless of age! 5
January 2 through
June 21
Titans of the Ice Age Be transported to the beautiful frozen landscapes of North America, Europe and Asia 10,000 years before modern civilization and journey into an ancient world of ice at the dawn of our species, a time when man shared the tundra with majestic woolly beasts. To Fly! Soar through the skies on a balloon ride over the beautiful Vermont countryside and majestic Niagra Falls, hanglide over Hawaii, cruise across the country, lift-off with a rocket, and barnstorm with the remarkable precision of the awe-inspiring Blue Angels!
Light Years from andromeda
May 25 - September 14 Follow a beam of light as it leaves the Andromeda galaxy on a journey toward Earth and learn how the speed of light can give us a glimpse into the past, leading us to reconstruct a true story of our universe! Well-crafted through poetic prose, original artwork, and airy music, this satisfying tale of us will leave visitors with a feeling of awe over the vastness of space and a sense of pride for the human accomplishments over the last 2 million years. starlit nights may 25 - september 7 Join our fanciful tour of the brighter stars and constellations found in the summer night sky!
ask dave! “Is there water on Mars?” "Let me start by saying that there IS water on Mars! Its existence was indicated visually by an orbiting spacecraft called Odyssey, but most conclusively found by the Phoenix Lander in July of 2008. The problem is that unlike on Earth, water on Mars is not easy to find. On earth, there is so much that it pools in lakes and oceans, and settles as snow falling from the sky. On Mars the air pressure is so low that the weak bonds that hold molecules of H2O together on earth are overcome by the low air pressure. The separate molecules on the surface of Mars fly apart and evaporate, eventually floating off into space. So where is Mars water? It is located under the polar caps where carbon dioxide has frozen on top of it, and underground where it is protected somewhat from the warming sun and the low air pressure." – Dave Maness, Sharpe Planetarium Supervisor E-mail your questions to museumscope@gmail.com, and be sure to put “Ask Dave” in the subject line.
Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan:
Magic of science: Light!
june 11 @ 2pm in the Mansion Theater
Enter the magical world of science where students learn to hypothesize "how" and "why" things happen! Watch amazing physical science demonstrations and participate in hands-on activities involving the science of light!
Sing and dance with the Israeli Scouts Friendship Caravan as they spread their message of peace, unity, and brotherhood at this free performance! Selected based on their level of maturity, fluency of the English language, and performance skills, these teenage delegates will draw you into becoming part of their exciting musical revue! The Israeli Scouts have traveled all over the world to share Israeli culture and even represented Israel in the 2012 Olympics! Do not miss this chance to hear compelling stories, shake it to Israeli dance, learn interesting trivia, and sing your heart out! FREE PERFORMANCE!
Member Admission: · Adults: $4.50 // Child/Senior: $4.00
Non-Member Admission: · Adults: $4.75 // Child/Senior: $4.25
dates: Thurs & Fri: June 6 - July 26 @ 12pm 6
Magevney House to re-open in summer
Come see one of memphis' most historic homes
The Pink Palace Family of Museums is just that: a family. But without our oldest member, we have never quite been complete. This summer, all of that changes when the Magevney House is reopened to the public.
You may be asking, “Wait, what is the Magevney House again?” Although it has been closed for almost a decade, long-time members and residents may remember this small white cottage that sits near downtown Memphis, not too far from the other historical house that belongs to our family: the Mallory-Neely House. These two houses, both built in the 1800’s, share very different backgrounds. Almost as old as the city of Memphis itself, the Magevney House was built in the 1830’s by Eugene Magevney, an Irish immigrant and the first permanent schoolteacher to reside in Memphis. The first Catholic mass in the city was held in this house, and it was eventually given to the City of Memphis and listed in the National Register of Historic Places. We have maintained the house and kept it furnished as it would have been in the 1850’s, when Magevney still resided there. We hope that everyone will enjoy this essential part of Memphis history.
Lichterman Welcomes Patti Walsh: Plan your party with patti this summer!
lifelong Memphian, Patti enjoys the serenity of Lichterman Nature Center, and describes it as a gem in the center of the great city of Memphis. And what better place to celebrate or meet than in wellequipped facilities nestled in 65 acres of lake, meadow and forest?! Lichterman Nature Center has several options when it comes to renting a meeting/event space. Beautiful meeting rooms in the Visitor Center overlook a tranquil lake. The Davidson Pavilion offers soaring ceilings and a massive stone fireplace, as well as its own prep kitchen and restrooms - perfect for that business retreat, company picnic or family reunion! There is also an amphitheater nearby with a covered stage. Please call Patti to discuss hosting a wedding, birthday, reception, business retreat, or any event you may have in mind at Lichterman Nature Center. She will work with you to make it a most memorable, successful event.
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The Pink Palace Family of Museums is always excited to add another member to our growing family! With that being said, we would like to welcome aboard Patti Walsh as the Lichterman Nature Center’s new Special Events Coordinator! With a degree in communications, Patti worked as a Business Development Consultant at the Greater Memphis Chamber for over three years, and has experience in the Call 901.767.7322, extension 113 or email financial industry from banks and mortgage companies. A rental.reservations@memphistn.gov for more information.
the mysterious shrunken head:
An inside look at the Pink Palace's infamous artifact could be done. Finally, in 1977, Jack Scharff decided he wanted to have all the loaned items returned to him, but, as luck would have it, he agreed to loan the Pink Palace the shrunken head again in 1979. It remained on loan until just last year, when Jack finally agreed to donate it. The head will now remain on permanent display at the Pink Palace Museum, its final home. The question still remains, though. Is this a real shrunken head? After all, people have tried to pass off imitations in the past. In this case, we know for a fact that it is genuine. Abe visited South American tribal regions in modern-day Ecuador and Peru where head shrinking was a common practice. It is therefore incredibly possible that the head we have on display is the real deal. For those Museum visitors with a morbid curiosity, we have posted the process that “headhunters” go through to get a finished shrunken head. Even if you don’t want to know all the grisly details, you should still go check out this fascinating item for yourself. Though the practice itself is dark, the culture and history behind the artifact is no less profound.
Now on display: One of the most memorable artifacts that Museum visitors notice upon exploring the Pink Palace Mansion is the Shrunken Head. It sits on display in plain sight in the middle of the rotunda, and it is very hard not to stare at it and wonder: is that thing real? In this article, we’ll explore the answer to that question and explain exactly how this unique item came to reside at the Pink Palace. The story begins with Abe Scharff, whom some may know as the owner of Kraus Cleaners here in Memphis. Abe was a world traveler who liked to collect exotic items from all over the world during his travels. He was also very generous; starting in 1940, he lent several of these items to the Pink Palace for display, including the shrunken head. The number and variety of objects varied throughout the years but the shrunken head remained. After Mr. Scharff’s death in 1969, his wife and son, Jack, picked up a few of Abe’s items but left most of them on display at the Museum. From 1969 on, the Museum tried to gain permanent ownership of these items, but Mr. Scharff’s will was tied up in court and, therefore, nothing
March 2 through
june 21
February 16 through
October 14
Titans of the Ice Age IMAX® Lobby Exhibit This IMAX Lobby exhibit showcases several of the Museum's Ice Age era specimens including a mammoth tusk tip, cast of a sabertoothed cat skull, and the skull and horns of bison among other artifacts. Cotton Maker's Jubilee This exhibit highlights the Cotton Maker's Jubilee, an AfricanAmerican response to the whitesonly Cotton Carnival and draws on the Museum's collection of photographs, memorabilia and costumes donated by Ethyl Venson, wife of Jubilee founder Dr. R.Q. Venson.
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The war is on! bring home the battle with these WWI themed souvenirs! for the Avid historian: Too young for the War but want to feel like you've lived it? Immerse yourself in the battles with these historical accounts: • • • •
The First World War: A Complete History World War I World War I: The Great War (History Classics) The War (PBS Home Video)
For the Plane enthusiast: Head always in the clouds? Why not keep them up there? Whether you love building models or like wearing your hobbies on your sleeve, we've got the "plane" ole items you need: • • • •
Bombers Necktie Fighter Planes Necktie History of Aviation T-shirt EZ Build Sopwith Camel Model
for the Art and Music Lover: Are you the creative type who would rather listen to and look at the past than read a book about it? Whether you love art, music, or both, these items are sure to please your eyes and ears: • Over There! American Songs and Marches of the Great War 1917-1918 • "Oh! It 's a Lovely War" Songs and Sketches of the Great War • Trench Art (Second Edition)
For the little kid with a big imagination: Looking for your next adventure? Whether you're next escapade takes you up into the clouds or down into a trench, we've got the gear you need: • • • • •
Aviator Costume WWI Helmet Squadron Scramble Card Game Winston Churchill Finger Puppet Sgt. York Action Figure
Don't forget! Members receive a 10% discount on Museum Store purchases! 9
Staff Pick: Favorite sweet
Matt's Pick:
Samantha's Pick:
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Let’s say you love brownies, but sometimes you really need a quick pick-me-up. Well, they’ve got you covered at the Bella Caffe. These triple chocolate brownies are absolutely amazing: They are always moist and delicious, and they come with chocolate chips inside to add to the experience. Best of all, they have a little hint of espresso added for a small caffeine boost. For you non-coffee drinkers, don’t worry. It’s barely noticeable. For a quick, cheap treat that is baked fresh daily, you can’t beat the brownies at the Bella Caffe!
If ever there were a real life cookie monster, it would be me. Chocolate chip? Peanut butter? Oatmeal? Doesn't matter - I'll eat it. In fact, I'm pretty sure that if I could only have one dessert for the rest of my life, I'd pick the cookie. And if I had to pick a specific one? It'd be the White Chocolate Cherry Cookie from Bella Caffe. The sweet white chocolate with the delicious tang of the cherry is like no other cookie combination I've ever tasted. It's sophisticated, mouthwatering, and so good that I'll even forgive them for hiding fruit in my sweets.
Ghirardelli Mocha Brownie
White Chocolate Cherry Cookie
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Membership Has Benefits! Summer is upon us and everyone is looking for something COOL to do. This is a great time to use your membership benefits to visit one of our facilities or when you travel to other cities and even other countries! Visit the Membership page on our website to download an ASTC reciprocal list to see which museums you can visit for free or at a discount! Know someone that would enjoy a membership? Share the Pink Palace with your friends and family by buying them a Gift Membership or suggesting they join!
Call 901-636-2406 for more information on benefits of membership.
Say “I do” at one of Memphis’ most beautiful and beloved attractions. Call: 901.636.2394 for more information.
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PINK PALACE MUSEUM “Swords into Plowshares: Soldiers’ Art & Music of the Great War” Learn and share the story of metal trench art objects and how music publishers, songwriters, and artists rallied support for our troops overseas. This exhibit runs June 8 – September 1 with training Thursday or Saturday, June 6 or 8, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. MALLORY NEELY & MAGEVNEY HOUSES Step back into the Victorian era and become a Tour Guide at one of these historic properties. Those who work well with the public and are interested in Memphis history are needed one or two Saturday shifts a month.
For more information, Call: 901.636.2438 or Email: diane.mckinna@memphistn.gov
We at the Pink Palace Family of Museums are on a mission. A mission to inspire people to learn. A mission to tell stories with specimens and artifacts. A mission to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to learn how Science, Technology, Nature, and Time have shaped the History of the Mid-South. With each of our properties, we strive to provide the best educational experience possible. At the Pink Palace Mansion and Museum and the historic Mallory-Neely and Magevney Houses, we work to bring history and culture to life through our rich collection of artifacts, exhibits, and educational programs. At the Sharpe Planetarium and CTI IMAXÂŽ Theater, we use the stars and big screen to bring other-worldly knowledge to our shows' viewers. Lichterman Nature Center gives visitors the opportunity to escape the bustle of the surrounding city and explore the quiet beauty of plant and animal life, while the
Coon Creek Science Center in Adamsville, TN offers an even more secluded look at nature and history, allowing visitors to dig into our past. Bella Caffe at the Pink Palace educates the taste buds of patrons, introducing them to a range of flavors they'll never forget. The Pink Palace Family of Museums is a public/private partnership with the City of Memphis, and although we receive very generous support from them, we need support from private individuals, foundations, and businesses to continue to serve the 250,000 visitors we receive per year. With your donation, we can continue to educate and inspire thousands of students, families, and individuals with our facilities. Go online or fill out the form below to send your donation! For more information, contact: Norris Marcus, Director of Development at 901.636.2412 or norris.marcus@memphismuseums.org
Yes! I want to support education at the pink palace! I understand every student visit needs about $10 of charitable support. Enclosed is my gift of:
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Mail to: Norris Marcus Pink Palace Museum 3050 Central Ave. Memphis, TN 38111
For membership information: 901.636.2406 To make a contribution: 901.636.2412 Donations
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Mrs. Mydelle Wilson Inventory Locator Service Mr. and Mrs. Dick Bodine Bryce Corporation
Mr. and Mrs. James Hausmann Mr. and Mrs. Randy McKinna Mr. and Mrs. Joseph T. Barnett Mr. and Mrs. Chip Forrester Mr. and Mrs. William Griesbeck Mr. and Mrs. John Letchworth Mr. and Mrs. John P. Dulin Mr Phillip Dison Ms. Anna Neal and Ms. Elaine Blanchard Mr. Trent Laundre Mr. and Mrs. William C. Douglas Ms. Judy Royal Mr. and Mrs. Brett Shanaman Mr. and Mrs. Sonny Dixon
$500 - $999
Director’s Circle
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Mr. and Mrs. Gene Henson Mr. and Mrs. DeJuan Bowen First Tennessee Foundation Mr. and Mrs. John Levesque
$100 - $499 Mr. and Mrs. Charles Askew Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton Smythe III Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Thompson Mrs. Nancy Hammett Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Martin Mr. and Mrs. David Kennedy
Mr. and Mrs. Sudhir Agrawal Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Beyl Mr. and Mrs. Richard H. Bodine, Jr. Ms. Joy R. Bowen Ms. Cynthia Buchanan and Mr. Jim Covington Mr. and Mrs. Frank Childress, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Coleman Ms. Jan Connor Dr. James T. Dalton and Dr. Stephanie Scott Mr. and Mrs. Stephen R. Franklin Ms. Katherine B. Gibson Mr. and Mrs. Jim Harwood Mr. and Mrs Gene Henson
Mr. and Mrs. Michael A. Hooks Mr. and Mrs. Odell Horton, Jr. Mrs. Lisa Lichterman Leach Mr. and Mrs. John Levesque Dr. Rita Moore Mr. Brent Nair Mr. and Mrs. Steve Pike Dr. Edward M. Rafalski Mr. Casey Shannon Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Thompson Ms. Ruth Lyn Wells Dr. Margaret H. West, M.D. Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey R. Wills
Advocate Mr. and Mrs. Brad Martin
Benefactor
Dr. and Mrs. John R. Adams Drs. Daniel and Abby Baker Dr. and Mrs. Mitchel Godat Dr. Shawn Hayden Mrs. Ann J. Huckaba Mrs. Bernice H. Hussey and Dr. Hal Brunt Mr. and Mrs. Van Raby Dr. and Mrs. Tom Rhodes Mr. David Sanford and Mr. William Sanford Mr. and Mrs. Michael Uiberall Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Vanderslice Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Walker Mr. and Mrs. Craig Weiss
Palace Guard
Mr. and Mrs. Vincent Balla, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Pervis J. Ballew Ms. Faith Barcroft Mr. and Mrs. Jones Berry Mr. Dennis D. Black and Mrs. Helen G. Beeman Mr. Scott E. Bohon Mr. and Mrs. Rodney Carter Mr. and Mrs Mark Caskey Comprehensive Counsel Network Mr. and Mrs. Winston J. Daws Mr. and Mrs. Jason Dombroski Mr. and Mrs. John Fain Dr. and Mrs. J. T. Francisco Rev. and Mrs. William Hearne Dr. and Mrs. Mervyn Israel Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Krug Mr. and Mrs. Andrew LoCascio Mr. and Mrs. Earl Magdovitz Mr. Charles H. McNutt Ms. Ann Mullis Mr. and Mrs. Millard Oldham Mr. Theodore Poplos and Dr. Stephanie A. Storgion Mr. and Mrs. David L. Quinn Drs. Richard and Carol Ranta Mr. Donald Stanley and Mrs. Tekla E. Littlefield Ms. Sharon E. Taylor Dr. and Mrs. Otis S. Warr, III Mr. and Mrs. John Zanella Dr. and Mrs. Carlos Zavala Mr. and Mrs. Chris Zuercher
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We recommend: Light Years From Andromeda at the Sharpe Planetarium
why we love it: There's nothing like gazing up into the night sky and staring in awe at the beauty of our universe... all from the comfort of an air conditioned room!
CTI IMAX速 Theater
Sharpe Planetarium
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Find the Great White! Can you guess which of these sharks is a Great White? Circle the correct answer!
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Find the following WWI related words:
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One of these sharks is a Great White. What kind of shark is the other one?
Answer: The top shark is a Great White. The bottom shark is a Hammerhead!
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CC Coon Creek Members Day: 10am - 4pm
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PPM From Swords to Plowshares opens
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PPM 40 Years of Crafts Fair exhibit opens
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SP Bear Tales and Other Grizzly Stories ends
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