Adams Avenue Historic District, Memphis

Name: Adams Avenue Historic District
Address: Memphis, United States

#137 among attractions in Memphis

Neighbourhood, Neoclassical architecture, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

The Adams Avenue Historic District in Memphis, Tennessee is a 9 acres historic district which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. ()

Coordinates: 35°8'51"N, 90°2'57"W

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Downtown Memphis (The Core)Memphis United States

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Adams Avenue Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: FedExForum, AutoZone Park, Pyramid Arena, Beale Street.

0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport
FedExForum, Memphis
17 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.
~1740 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
AutoZone Park, Memphis
9 min walk • AutoZone Park is a Minor League Baseball stadium located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, and is home to the Memphis Redbirds of the International League and Memphis 901 FC of the USL Championship.
0.6 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Pyramid Arena, Memphis
16 min walk • The Memphis Pyramid, formerly known as the Great American Pyramid and the Pyramid Arena, is a building located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, United States, at the banks of the Mississippi River.
0.6 miS
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Beale Street, Memphis
15 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.
0.5 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Shopping centre
Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art, Memphis
13 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.
~1830 ftN
Sport, Sport venue
Memphis Cook Convention Center, Memphis
9 min walk • The Renasant Convention Center is a convention complex located in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, United States. The building is East of the Mississippi River just south of Interstate 40. The building's raised exhibition space spans over North Front Street. It was formerly known as the Memphis Cook Convention Center.
0.6 miSW
Theater, Architecture, Concerts and shows
Orpheum Theatre, Memphis
16 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.
~600 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
Fire Museum of Memphis, Memphis
3 min walk • The Fire Museum of Memphis is located in Fire Engine House No. 1 on 118 Adams Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. In the heart of downtown Memphis, the FMOM is considered the premiere fire museum in the country, dedicated to documenting and promoting the local history of fire fighting and educating the public in fire and life safety.
0.4 miSW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
The Cotton Museum, Memphis
11 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.
~220 ftE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Magevney House, Memphis
2 min walk • The Magevney House is a historic residence on 198 Adams Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee, USA. It is located in the Victorian Village of Memphis and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is one of the oldest residences remaining in Memphis.
~1240 ftS
Gothic Revival architecture
Medical Arts Building and Garage, Memphis
7 min walk • The Medical Arts Building and Garage, also known as the Hickman Building, is a historic building in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. It was built in 1925–1926. Upon its completion, most of its tenant were members of medical professions like physicians and dentists. There were also medical laboratories.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Adams Avenue Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Magevney House, Memphis (2 min walk), Calvary Episcopal Church, Memphis (2 min walk), Fire Museum of Memphis, Memphis (3 min walk), Tennessee Club-Overall Goodbar Building, Memphis (4 min walk).

How to get to Adams Avenue Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Adams Avenue Historic District:

Tram

Jefferson • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line (5 min walk)
Civic Center Plaza • Lines: MATA Trolley Main Street Line, MATA Trolley Riverfront Loop (5 min walk)

Bus

MATA Willian Hudson Transit Center - Bus Terminal (17 min walk)

Train

Memphis Central Station (32 min walk)