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News Archive for July, 2011

“Flood of the Century” Captured in New Video

Jul 20th, 2011

June 30, 2011 – The Riverfront Development Corporation has created a video that takes a look back at the historic May flooding of the Mississippi and Wolf Rivers downtown.  Take a look:



Great American Steamboat Company Docks 250 Jobs and $1.5 Million in Revenues at Beale Street Landing

Jul 19th, 2011

The Great American Steamboat Company will not only soon begin docking ships at Beale Street Landing. It will also establish its headquarters in downtown Memphis.



RDC Deepens Cultural Resources with the Addition of Jimmy Ogle

Jul 19th, 2011

July 18, 2011 – One of Memphis’ most well known advocates for local history and culture, Jimmy Ogle has joined the staff of the Riverfront Development Corporation as a Community Engagement Manager.



Beale Street Landing is On Track to Open Late Next Year

Jul 19th, 2011

July 1, 2011 – With final funding approved, excitement swirling around the new riverboat company, and the helical ramp visibly rising up from the river, more and more people are asking the RDC about the timeline.



Super Dance Party

Jul 6th, 2011

Saturday, July 23, 2011 | 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.



Sleep Out on the Mississippi

Jul 6th, 2011

Friday, July 8, 2011