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Memorial Park Cemetery (Memphis, Tennessee)

1924 establishments in TennesseeCemeteries established in the 1920sCemeteries in Memphis, TennesseeCemeteries on the National Register of Historic Places in TennesseeNational Register of Historic Places in Memphis, Tennessee
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Crystal Shrine Grotto
Crystal Shrine Grotto

Memorial Park Cemetery was founded in 1924 by E. Clovis Hinds on initial 54 acres (.22 km2). It is located at 5668 Poplar Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee. Different species of trees of different ages, as well as bushes, can be found throughout the cemetery, enhancing the atmosphere of a park-like setting. The cemetery is noted for its Crystal Shrine Grotto, a hand-built cave depicting Biblical scenes built by artist Dionicio Rodriguez. The cemetery is owned by the private death care industry company, NorthStar Memorial Group, based in Houston.

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Memorial Park Cemetery (Memphis, Tennessee)
South Yates Road, Memphis

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South Yates Road
38120 Memphis
Tennessee, United States
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