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The Overton Park Shell was established in 1936 by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) and designed by local architect Max Furbringer. Today, it is one of the only Depression-era bandshells still active — a testament to Memphis’ resilience.
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The Overton Park Shell was built in 1936 by the City of Memphis and the Works Progress Administration for $11,935, as part of the New Deal. Designed by architect Max Furbringer, it was modeled after similar shells in Chicago, New York, and St. Louis.
Mar 1, 2022 · The open-air amphitheater—built for a humble $12,000 in 1936—primarily hosted operas, musicals, and orchestras in its early years.
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Aug 16, 2024 · In Memphis, the WPA and the city administration under Mayor Watkins Overton constructed a band shell and a monkey park. The Shell opened on September 6, 1936 in Overton Park, named for one of the city's founders.
Apr 22, 2022 · Originally built inside of Overton Park by the Works and Progress Administration in 1936 as part of the New Deal, the Overton Park Shell has been host to historic concerts and festivals including Elvis Presley’s first paid concert in July of 1954, as well as the annual Memphis Country Blues Festivals during the Civil Rights era.
6 days ago · The Overton Park Shell was established in 1936 by the Works Progress Administration. Almost twenty years later, a young Elvis Presley debuted on the Overton Park Shell’s stage. Today, the Overton Park Shell is one of the only Depression-era bandshells still active, and has hosted local artists and international legends alike.
Oct 26, 2016 · The Works Progress Administration and City of Memphis built the Overton park Shell in 1936 for $11,935. Of 27 WPA Shells built nationwide, this is one of the few remaining. However, several time city officials slated it for demolition.
