Stories of Stone

Schedule

Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am

UTC-05:00

Location

824 South Dudley Street , Memphis, TN, United States, Tennessee 38104 | Memphis, TN

Advertisement
The monuments at Elmwood Cemetery are more than stone. They are carefully carved messages left behind by families who wanted their loved ones to be remembered and understood. Wreaths, scrolls, clasped hands, grapes, anchors, doves, flowers, and countless other symbols appear throughout the cemetery, each with a meaning and a story.
What were these symbols meant to say?
Join Elmwood staff member Amanda Zorn for the Stories of Stone walking tour and learn how to read the language of the monuments. As you explore the historic grounds, Amanda will explain the symbolism, artistry, and traditions behind these striking memorials and reveal what they can tell us about faith, hope, love, and remembrance.
The tour begins at 10:00 am on April 18th and lasts approximately 90 minutes. It will focus on the west side of the cemetery, home to many of Elmwood’s largest and most impressive monuments. Weather appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Admission is $20 per person, and registration is required.
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

824 South Dudley Street , Memphis, TN, United States, Tennessee 38104

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Icon
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
Elmwood Cemetery

Host or Publisher Elmwood Cemetery

Ask AI if this event suits you:

Discover More Events in Memphis

Trampled by Turtles, Molly Tuttle, The Last Revel, Greensky Bluegrass in Memphis
Fri, 17 Apr at 05:00 pm Trampled by Turtles, Molly Tuttle, The Last Revel, Greensky Bluegrass in Memphis

The Overton Park Shell

CONCERTS MUSIC
The Phil Collins Experience - Tribute
Fri, 17 Apr at 06:00 pm The Phil Collins Experience - Tribute

Bartlett Performing Arts Center

PERFORMANCES TRIPS-ADVENTURES
Shell Daze Music Festival - Saturday
Fri, 17 Apr at 06:00 pm Shell Daze Music Festival - Saturday

Overton Park Shell

MUSIC-FESTIVALS FESTIVALS
Leon Etienne
Fri, 17 Apr at 06:00 pm Leon Etienne

Halloran Centre at the Orpheum Theatre

CONTESTS ART
Cece Winans at Orpheum Theatre - Memphis
Fri, 17 Apr at 07:00 pm Cece Winans at Orpheum Theatre - Memphis

Orpheum Theatre - Memphis

ART
SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw (Memphis, TN)
Fri, 17 Apr at 07:30 pm SAW The Musical The Unauthorized Parody of Saw (Memphis, TN)

TheatreWorks at the Square

LIVE-MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Cooper-Young Porchfest 2026
Sat, 18 Apr at 12:00 pm Cooper-Young Porchfest 2026

Cooper-Young, Memphis TN

MUSIC ART
Vegan Block Party
Sat, 18 Apr at 01:00 pm Vegan Block Party

IKEA

PARTIES ENTERTAINMENT
Zeta Delta Chapter Business Networking Mixer
Sat, 18 Apr at 01:00 pm Zeta Delta Chapter Business Networking Mixer

Gravity Hall Event Center

BUSINESS
"Cookbook Club" Community Pot Luck - Spring 2026!
Sat, 18 Apr at 02:30 pm "Cookbook Club" Community Pot Luck - Spring 2026!

Muddy's Bake Shop

FOOD-DRINKS ART
Mempho Presents: Shell Daze Music Festival
Sat, 18 Apr at 04:30 pm Mempho Presents: Shell Daze Music Festival

Overton Park Shell

FESTIVALS MUSIC
Memphis Glow Run
Sat, 18 Apr at 07:00 pm Memphis Glow Run

South Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee

SPORTS FESTIVALS

What's Happening Next in Memphis?

Discover Memphis Events