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Memphis, Tennessee
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In 1954, Elvis Presley performed his first paid concert at the Levitt Shell, marking the beginning of his legendary career.
The Levitt Shell is one of only a few remaining band shells designed by architect Kenneth Franzheim, known for its distinctive Art Deco style.
Constructed in 1936 as part of the Works Progress Administration, the Levitt Shell was intended to provide free cultural events to the public.
The Levitt Shell hosts over 50 free concerts annually, continuing its tradition of accessible live music for the community.
In the 1980s, the Levitt Shell faced potential demolition but was saved by community efforts and is now a cherished cultural venue.
The Levitt Foundation helped restore the Shell in 2005, ensuring its legacy as a venue for free public concerts.
The Shell is situated in Overton Park, a historic public park in Memphis that also houses the Memphis Zoo and the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art.
