Memphis’ historic Cooper-Young District will once again be hosting its popular Cooper-Young Festival September 13. Now in its 20th year, the festival offers a wide display of arts and crafts with hundreds of artisans visiting from across the nation. Along with the amazing display of arts, visitors will also find a full schedule of live music filling the air throughout the festival as well. In particular, this year’s event is expecting to feature over 370 artists with over 60,000 visitors turning out for the one day event. And whether you’re a true craft fanatic or simply looking for where the party will be in Memphis on September 13, the Cooper-Young Festival is sure to be a lively time in Tennessee.
Those looking to turn the theme of master craftsmanship from the Cooper-Young Festival into a full vacation may be interested in experiencing the Gibson Guitar Factory Tour as well. From the likes of blues masters B.B. King and Eric Clapton to rock ‘n’ roll legends such as Buckethead and Tony Iommi, the list of who’s used Gibson guitars is a veritable legends list of guitarists. And with a tour through the Gibson Guitar Factory you’ll quickly come to realize why the best in the business choose Gibson.
Switching from the instruments the musicians use to the musicians themselves, the Sun Studio Guided Tour can offer a unique display at the music of the 50’s, and some of the biggest names to ever come out of Memphis. Sun Studio opened in 1950 and quickly launched to fame by being connected to artists including Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis. Of course, while Sun Studio may be considered a landmark today that’s not to say that it has closed up shop. Current artists such as Tom Petty and U2 have recorded in the studio, offering a variety of musical insight when visiting.
