Tom Lee Memorial

Tom Lee Memorial marks the Mississippi River rescue story for which the park is named and sits within the long riverfront landscape. Navigate to the exact Tom Lee Memorial pin rather than the general Tom Lee Park marker. The park is long and linear, so use the memorial pin rather than the general riverfront marker. The historic photograph identifies the memorial but the surrounding park was substantially rebuilt; rely on the current map for arrival.

Use signed Riverside Drive spaces when available or a downtown public garage and walk down from the bluff. Event setup and enforcement change parking frequently, so check current Downtown Memphis parking guidance rather than assuming roadside spaces are free. Navigate to the exact Tom Lee Memorial pin rather than the general Tom Lee Park marker. The park is long and linear, so use the memorial pin rather than the general riverfront marker. The historic photograph identifies the memorial but the surrounding park was substantially rebuilt; rely on the current map for arrival.

Outdoor access follows Tom Lee Park's daily 6:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. schedule; festivals, river conditions, maintenance, or event fencing can alter access.

Use Hanover Welcome Center as the primary staffed visitor facility during its published 8 a.m.–8 p.m. hours. Large events may add facilities or alter access, so confirm before relying on late-evening restroom availability.

No separate admission is listed for the outdoor memorial or general park access.

The rebuilt park provides paved connected routes among entrances, the playground, Sunset Canopy, lawns, welcome center, public art, and river overlooks. Festival fencing and bluff approaches can alter the easiest accessible route, so check event maps.

Yes. Dogs are welcome in Memphis River Parks, including Tom Lee Park, but must remain on a leash unless inside a specifically designated dog park; Tom Lee Park itself is not an off-leash dog park. Memphis limits ordinary park leashes to under six feet, and owners must collect and dispose of all pet waste. Keep dogs out of the playground, misting fountain, food-service areas, and any event zone that posts a stricter animal policy. Separately operated buildings, beaches, gardens, and attractions can set stricter rules.

Tom Lee Memorial marks the Mississippi River rescue story for which the park is named and sits within the long riverfront landscape. Life on the River is a 23,000-square-foot destination playscape inspired by the Mississippi River and recognized for its unusual design. It sits within the park's connected riverfront landscape near lawns, seating, and visitor amenities.

The park is long and linear, so use the memorial pin rather than the general riverfront marker. The historic photograph identifies the memorial but the surrounding park was substantially rebuilt; rely on the current map for arrival.