Incognito Art Auction Memphis Botanic GardenPhotography by Ken Hall It’s a bit of a mystery. Not so much a whodunit but a who painted it! No murder, just making art. The annual Incognito Art Auction held at the Memphis Botanic Garden boasted over 100 artworks, all unsigned. While you might try and guess the artist, the order of the day …
Michael Allen Retirement Party
Michael Allen Retirement Party Memphis Botanic GardenPhotography by Steve Roberts The Memphis Botanic Garden hosted a celebration sendoff for the retiring Executive Director Michael Allen. Staff, family, and friends gathered to honor his tenure with the Garden the past seven years. Ron Olson presented Michael with a special painting to commemorate his achievements. To read Michael’s reflection of his time …
Whiskey, Wine & Chocolates
Whiskey, Wine & Chocolates Memphis Botanic GardenPhotography by Frank Chin It was a perfect, pre-Valentine date night at the Whiskey, Wine & Chocolates event at the Memphis Botanic Garden. Held on February 9, the scrumptious evening featured pairings of chocolates and libations. Chocolatier Phillip Ashley Rix provided a beautiful assortment of designer chocolates paired with selected whiskeys, wines, and craft …
Ron Olson Art Opening: “The Art of Radio”
Ron Olson Art Opening: “The Art of Radio”When Ron Olson, one of Memphis’ preeminent DJs, first picked up a paint brush his second career was born! On October 3, friends and fans were invited to an opening reception for Ron’s solo show at the Memphis Botanic Garden. “2024 marks my 50th year on Memphis radio, and this show is an …
Groovy Garden Party
Groovy Garden Party Photography by Frank Chin The Memphis Botanic Garden celebrated their 70th anniversary with a 70s themed Groovy Garden Party. The fun evening featured lots of 70s-themed music and cocktails – remember a Harvey Wallbanger? Guests even got to make a pet rock to take home! Plenty of Flower Power was had to celebrate this 70th anniversary – …
Memphis Food & Wine Festival
Memphis Food & Wine Festival Photography by Frank Chin The 2022 edition of the Memphis Food & Wine Festival was held October 15 at Memphis Botanic Garden’s Radians Amphitheater and featured Memphis’ culinary excellence along with acclaimed regional, national and international chefs, vintners, and certified sommeliers. MFWF is a registered 501(c)(3) founded by a handful of Memphians with three passions …
My Big Backyard Bash
My Big Backyard Bash To celebrate the 10 th anniversary of My Big Backyard, the world-class children’s garden at the Memphis Botanic Garden, a Backyard Bash was held September 21. The day kicked off with a family-fun backyard party, and that evening an adults-only backyard bash featured food, live music, Wiseacre beer, live football streaming, and a silent auction. Both parties provided the …
Great Memphis Food Fight
Great Memphis Food Fight Grace House of MemphisThe Great Memphis Food Fight was a culinary exhibition and experience held at the Memphis Botanic Garden September 19 . The event was designed to entertain and excite the inner “foodie” to benefit Grace House of Memphis. Five celebrity chefs: Michael Patrick, Erling Jensen, David Krog, Phillip Ashley, and Randy Jefferson displayed their skills in a …
2019 Memphis Food & Wine Festival
2019 Memphis Food & Wine Festival The Memphis Food & Wine Festival was a magnificent evening under the stars at the Memphis Botanic Garden on October 12. The premiere event featured 40 chefs, 200 wines, and Memphis music on the Live Garden stage. Guests enjoyed the incredible foods prepared by renowned chefs including local greats Wally Jo and Jose Gutierrez, …