Cotton Exchange Building
Buildings & Monuments
Downtown
Architecture, History, Engineering, Politics, Math, Photography
Eating: This is NOT a good place to get a meal or snack.
Cotton Exchange Building
Restored Gothic-style building
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65 Union Avenue Memphis, TN 38103 |
Description
In the old South, cotton was king and Memphis was the center of the cotton universe. The Memphis Cotton Exchange formed in 1874 to serve the interests of cotton growers and dealers in the Mid-South area. The Cotton Exchange Building, completed in 1924, is where prices were set, deals were sealed, and fortunes were made and lost. This Gothic-style building with beautiful arches has been featured in several movies made in Memphis. The building now houses offices and is not open for tours, but you can get a taste of the past at the Unknown Cafe in the basement. An office building without public hours.
Times & Dates
Open Hours: 24 hrs, dailyNotes: This site is best viewed between 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri.
Visit Time: 30min-1hr
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Be aware that, except for the lobby, the interior of this building is not open to the public.
Price: Free
Exposure
Indoor with climate control.Age Recommendations/Requirements
Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, SeniorAges that would most enjoy this site: Teen, Adult, Senior
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers
Transportation
Best Modes of Transportation:
Walking
Parking Availability: Limited
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
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