University in Memphis in Shelby County, Tennessee — The American South (East South Central)
The University of Memphis
Photographed By Don Morfe, April 20, 2014
1. The University of Memphis Marker
This public institution of higher learning has grown with the city of Memphis since opening in 1912. Its development went through the following stages: West Tennessee State Normal School (1912-25); West Tennessee State Teachers College (1925-1941); Memphis State College (1941-1957); Memphis State University (1957-1994)and The University of Memphis since July 1, 1994.Erected by Tennessee Historical Commission. (Marker Number 4E 64.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Education. In addition, it is included in the Tennessee Historical Commission series list. A significant historical date for this entry is July 1, 1922.
Location. 35° 7.398′ N, 89° 56.466′ W. Marker is in Memphis, Tennessee, in Shelby County. It is in University. Marker is on Central Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Memphis TN 38111, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Miriam DeCosta Sugarmon (approx. 0.3 miles away); John Willard Brister Library (approx. 0.4 miles away); Memphis State Eight (approx. 0.4 miles away); This flagpole is dedicated to the men and women of the United States military services
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Photographed By Don Morfe, April 20, 2014
2. The University of Memphis Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 25, 2014, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 426 times since then and 49 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 25, 2014, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
