Galleries in the South Main District of Memphis

Many people are familiar with Memphis as a destination of choice for unique music, barbeque, and dive bars. But Memphis also has a thriving community of artists and art galleries. The South Main Historic District, located in downtown Memphis along the trolley lines, has re-invented itself as ‘the Soho of the South.' With its charming atmosphere and the highest concentration of art galleries in the city, it is the first and best bet for those interested in visual art.

Jay Etkin Gallery
409 South Main, 901-543-0035
etkinart@hotmail.com, www.jayetkingallery.com
11am-5pm Tues-Sat or by appointment

The Jay Etkin Gallery, one of the Mid-South's largest galleries, is also one of the oldest galleries in Memphis and a cornerstone of the South Main District. Etkin's gallery specializes in paintings, sculpture, and works on paper, as well as vintage art from Africa, Peru, New Guinea, and Mexico. Stop by and you may be treated to a colorful story or two by the charming Etkin himself. The amazing architecture of the gallery building houses a lot of Memphis history as well.

Insider Tip: Etkin's gallery has a large stock of painting, sculpture, photography, and ethnographic works, besides what is currently on display. Don't hesitate to explore.

D'Edge Art & Unique Treasures
550 South Main, 901-521-0054 or 866-521-0054
dedgeart4@aol.com, www.d-edgeart.com
11am-5pm Wed-Sat 12-4pm Sun. Flexible hours on Mon.

The colorful D'Edge Art and Unique Treasures houses two floors of contemporary folk and blues art by regional and international artists. Also find many ‘unique treasures,' such as collectible music prints and posters.

Insider Tip: D'Edge represents the famous Memphis folk artist, George Hunt. Make this your first stop if you are looking for the best in Southern folk art.

Hollis Arts Studio/Gallery
408 South Front Suite 104, 901-522-8300
11am-6pm Mon-Fri: weekends by appointment

Visit the studio/gallery of artist Mickey Hollis. Hollis Arts offers original contemporary artwork in a variety of mediums.