Shelby County, County seat and administrative district in Tennessee, United States
Description
Shelby County is an administrative district in western Tennessee that stretches along the Mississippi River. The territory covers roughly 2000 square kilometers with urban neighborhoods, rural communities, and riverfront areas.
History
The district was formed in November 1819 and named after a Revolutionary War leader. Cotton plantations shaped the early decades before industry and commerce grew in the late 19th century.
Culture
The name honors Isaac Shelby, a Kentucky governor who served in the early 19th century. Local communities maintain connections to the blues and soul tradition that took root here over generations.
Practical
The official website provides access to information about public services and community resources. Visitors can also find guidance on public meetings and regional events through the site.
Did you know?
The lowest point in Tennessee sits within this territory along the riverbank. This spot lies where Tennessee meets Arkansas and Mississippi at the water.
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National Civil Rights Museum
16.1 km
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15.4 km
Sun Studio
14.2 km
FedExForum
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16.1 km
Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium
10.3 km
Elvis Presley House
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Mid-South Coliseum
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10.1 kmLibertyland
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Memphis & Arkansas Bridge
17.9 km
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15.7 km
Pink Palace Museum and Planetarium
8.8 km
Memphis Suspension Railway
15.5 km
Shelby Farms
7 km
Memphis International Raceway
12.6 km
Humes Preparatory Academy Middle School
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Crosstown Concourse
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100 North Main
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Nathan Bedford Forrest Monument
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Memphis Music Hall of Fame
15.5 km
Central High School
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