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Metal Museum Opens Expanded Home in Memphis's Overton Park

institutional · 2026-09-05

On September 5, 2026, the Metal Museum will unveil its new location in Overton Park, representing a significant transition in its nearly five-decade existence. The museum, which specializes in fine metalwork, is relocating from its previous riverfront site to a larger space previously occupied by the Memphis College of Art. This updated venue boasts almost three times the exhibition space, allowing for expanded displays, collections, and the introduction of working studios and educational programs. The building, noted for its mid-century modern architecture by Memphis designers William Mann and Roy Harrover, will enhance the museum's commitment to metal arts education and engagement.

Key facts

  • The Metal Museum opens its new home on September 5, 2026.
  • The new location is in Overton Park, Memphis.
  • The museum is moving from its riverfront bluff location.
  • The new space is nearly three times larger than the previous one.
  • The building was originally the Memphis College of Art.
  • The building was designed by William Mann and Roy Harrover in 1956.
  • The building has national recognition for its design.
  • The move marks the most significant transformation in the museum's 47-year history.

Entities

Institutions

  • Metal Museum
  • Memphis College of Art

Locations

  • Memphis
  • United States
  • Overton Park

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