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Events
Current and Upcoming Exhibitions
Exhibits
$8.75 Adults, $8.25 Seniors, $6.25 Children, Under 3 free.
Tickets/reservations, 901.320.6362
Chocolate The Exhibition
January 30 through April 25, 2010
Chocolate will immerse you in a sweet experience, engage all your senses and reveal facets of chocolate you may have never thought about before. Observe the plant, the products, and the history of chocolate through the lenses of botany and ecology, anthropology and economics, conservation and popular culture.
Chocolate and its national tour were developed by The Field Museum, Chicago. This project was supported, in part, by the National Science Foundation. Locally sponsored by Dinstuhl’s.
Bagels & Barbecue: The Jewish Experience in Tennessee
February 6 through April 11, 2010
From the First Jewish immigrants in the 1770s to the 21st century, the Jews of Tennessee have played a major role in the life and culture of the state. Bagels & Barbeque tells the story of the culture, heritage and traditions of local Jewish communities. The exhibit has been expanded at the Pink Palace to tell the story of Jewish influence on Memphis iconsas diverse as Elvis, Christmas, baseball, food and fashion.
I Am A Man
February 13 through October 24, 2010
The Ernest Withers Portfolio records Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rev. Ralph Abernathy and other prominent
civil rights leaders in the 1950s and 60s, including their ride on the first desegregated bus in Montgomery, AL.
He also documented the Little Rock Central High desegregation crisis, the Sanitation Workers Strike in
Memphis, as well as many other catalytic events in the civil rights movement.
This exhibit is part of our Connection Exhibit Series, which is aimed at building our African-American collection of artifacts. Ultimately, many of these artifacts will be part of our news permanent exhibits.
Ah, But It’s Cold Outside
Now through March 31, 2010
Pink Palace Mansion display of winter coats and outerwear through the 20th Century, all with Memphis connections. Dudley Fulton owned the ice grey Evening Coat by Balenciaga with the ivory jersey Gown by Stavropoulos (c.1950s). Dudley was a sixfoot tall redhead who was a house model for Balenciaga in the early 50s. She is also the talented artist who painted the Cotton Carnival Queen’s portrait on exhibit in the Pink Palace.
Clyde Parke Miniature Circus Parade
The Parade will operate 4 times a day, for 30 minutes each day.
Tickets include Museum admission, $7.75 adults, $7.25 seniors and $6.25 children, under 3 free.
Tickets, 901.320.6362.
CALENDAR
February 2010
Crew Training International IMAX® Theater:
$8 Adults, $7.25 Seniors, $6.25 Children, Under 3 free.
Tickets/reservations, 901.320.6362
The Alps
Now through November 12, 2010
The Alps: home to some of the most famous peaks in the world, including the Matterhorn, the Eiger, Monch
and Jungfrau. Follow climber John Harlin III as he attempts to climb the Eiger – the mountain that took the
life of his famous climbing legend father, John Harlin II, 40 years ago. MacGillivray Freeman’s The Alps
presented by Holcim and Switzerland Tourism.
Under the Sea
Now through March 5, 2010
This new IMAX® adventure transports you to some of the most exotic
and isolated undersea locations on Earth, including South Australia, the
Great Barrier Reef, and the Coral Triangle islands of Papua New Guinea
and Indonesia. Come face-to-face with some of the most mysterious and
stunning creatures of the sea and explore the beauty and natural wonder
of the oceans, as well as the impact of global climate change upon them.
Sponsored in part by ACH Food Companies, Inc. and TVII.
IMAX Film Fest
Weekends in February & Presidents Day, Monday, Feb.15, 2010
Immerse yourself in some new and old, favorite IMAX films. The 2010 IMAX Film Fest includes our newest
IMAX films, The Alps and Under the Sea. Climb 13,000 feet above sea level or dive deep into the unseen
ocean. Then check out some oldies but goodies from our IMAX vault. Swim with Dolphins, go spelunking
with Journey Into Amazing Caves and unlock the Mystery of the Nile. Sponsored by Trustmark Bank.
Sharpe Planetarium
Open Tuesday-Saturdays only
$4.50 Adults, $4 Seniors, $4 Children, Under 3 free.
Tickets/reservations, 901.320.6362
Wonders of a Winter Night
Now through March 13, 2010 12 noon & 3pm Saturdays
The winter night skies ignite our imaginations with Orion the Hunter,
Taurus the Great Bull, Ursa Major the Great Bear or Big Dipper, and
Gemini the Twins.
Nine Planets and Counting
Now through March 27, 2010 10:30am & 1:30pm Saturdays, 2pm
Tuesday through Friday
How many planets are there? Nine? Eight? Ten? Twelve? Nine Planets
and Counting includes a tour of the solar system utilizing spectacular
photographs, exciting new discoveries beyond Pluto, and writing that
won't be outdated next week.
Lichterman Nature Center
Open 9am to 4pm Tuesday-Thursday and 9am to 5pm Friday and Saturday
Regular admission: $6 Adults, $5.50 Seniors, $4.50 children, under 3 free.
Tickets/reservations 901.767.7322, x 121.
Privet Pull
Saturdays in February, 9am until 12 noon -- Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27
Help rid the Nature Center of invasive exotic plants like privet,
honeysuckle and wisteria. These plants are taking over habitat from
native shrubs and wildflowers. Winter is the best time for getting
rid of these invaders: it is cool and bugs, snakes and other critters
are lying low. Strap on your work boots, put on your outdoor wear
and lend a hand. We will have hot chocolate and coffee for Privet
Pullers bringing their own reusable mug.
Call 901.767.7322 x102 for more information.
Everyday at Lichterman
Explore the great outdoors with easy walking trails leading
through the meadow, over the lake, and into the forest.
Picnics are encouraged. Take advantage of the abundant
picnic tables and scenic views. Stop by the Backyard
Wildlife Center before or after lunch to watch noontime
feedings: Tuesdays, Thursday & Saturdays for Box Turtles:
Wednesdays for Rufus the Red-tailed Hawk: and Fridays
when snakes are fed thawed, frozen mice pops. Yum!
Membership
Treat yourself and your family with a membership to the Pink Palace Family of Museums.
A Yearlong Membership to the Pink Palace Family of Museums includes:
• Free Admission to the Pink Palace Museum and Lichterman Nature Center
• Free or Discounted Admission to 300 museums nationwide
• Passes to the Crew Training International IMAX Theater*
• Passes to the Sharpe Planetarium
• Invitations to members-only previews and opening events*
• Annual Members Day at Coon Creek Science Center
• Discounts on classes and workshops
• 10% discount at Museum & Nature Stores (excluding DVDs, CDs, Videos & Clearance)
• A Gift Certificate to The Palace Bakery and Café (new members only)
*Number of passes and events dependants upon membership level purchased. Several levels of memberships are available.
. Stop by the Membership Office at the Pink Palace or call 901.320.6406 for more information.
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