Church of the River, Memphis

#25 among attractions in Memphis

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Facts and practical information

The Church of the River, located in Memphis, Tennessee, is a member of the Unitarian Universalist Association, a liberal religious tradition. Services are held each Sunday at 11:00 a.m. ()

Coordinates: 35°7'38"N, 90°4'20"W

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Downtown Memphis (South Main)Memphis United States

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Day trips

Church of the River – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: FedExForum, National Civil Rights Museum, Beale Street, Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum.

1.4 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
FedExForum, Memphis
37 min walk • FedExForum is a multi-purpose arena located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee. It is the home of the Memphis Grizzlies of the NBA and the NCAA Division I men's basketball program of the University of Memphis, both of whom previously played home games at the Memphis Pyramid.
1 miNE
History of the racial equality movement
National Civil Rights Museum, Memphis
25 min walk • The National Civil Rights Museum is a complex of museums and historic buildings in Memphis, Tennessee; its exhibits trace the history of the civil rights movement in the United States from the 17th century to the present.
1.4 miNE
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Beale Street, Memphis
37 min walk • Beale Street is a street in Downtown Memphis, Tennessee, which runs from the Mississippi River to East Street, a distance of approximately 1.8 miles. It is a significant location in the city's history, as well as in the history of blues music.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Memphis Rock 'n' Soul Museum, Memphis
37 min walk • The Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum is a music museum located at 191 Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. The museum tells the critical story of the musical pioneers who overcame racial and socio-economic obstacles to create the music that changed the cultural complexion of the world.
0.9 miNE
Modern exhibits on blues music
Blues Hall of Fame, Memphis
24 min walk • The Blues Hall of Fame is a music museum located at 421 S. Main Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Initially, the "Blues Hall of Fame" was not a physical building, but a listing of people who have significantly contributed to blues music.
0.7 miNE
Park
Tom Lee Park, Memphis
18 min walk • Tom Lee Park is a city park located to the immediate west of downtown Memphis, Tennessee, overlooking the Mississippi River. Encompassing about 30 acres parallel to the Mississippi River for about one mile, it offers panoramic views of the Mississippi River and the shores of Arkansas on the opposite side.
~1600 ftSW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Metal Museum, Memphis
8 min walk • The National Ornamental Metal Museum, now called the Metal Museum, is a museum in Memphis, Tennessee. Founded by artist-blacksmith James Wallace, the museum is devoted to exhibitions of metalwork and public programs featuring metalsmiths.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Memphis Music Hall of Fame, Memphis
36 min walk • The Memphis Music Hall of Fame, located in Memphis, Tennessee, honors Memphis musicians for their lifetime achievements in music. The induction ceremony and concert is held each year in Memphis. Since its establishment in 2012, the Hall of Fame has inducted more than 48 individuals or groups.
1.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Shopping centre
Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, Memphis
37 min walk • The Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic Art is located at 119 South Main Street at the intersection of Gayoso Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. The museum was opened in 1998 as the Peabody Place Museum and in January 2007 it received its present name.
1.3 miNE
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Orpheum Theatre, Memphis
34 min walk • The Orpheum Theatre, a 2,308-seat venue listed on the National Register of Historic Places, is located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, on the southwest corner of the intersection of South Main and Beale streets.
1.5 miNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
The Cotton Museum, Memphis
38 min walk • The Cotton Museum, located in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. is an historical and cultural museum that opened in March 2006 on the former trading floor of the Memphis Cotton Exchange at 65 Union Avenue in downtown Memphis.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Church of the River?

Nearby attractions include Big River Crossing, Memphis (6 min walk), Harahan Bridge, Memphis (6 min walk), Metal Museum, Memphis (8 min walk), Frisco Bridge, Memphis (12 min walk).

How to get to Church of the River by public transport?

The nearest stations to Church of the River:

Train

Memphis Central Station (20 min walk)

Tram

Central Station • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (21 min walk)
Butler • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (23 min walk)