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South Main pioneer sees art opportunity on Jackson Avenue

By , Daily Memphian Updated: August 08, 2022 4:00 AM CT | Published: August 08, 2022 4:00 AM CT

Artist Ephraim Urevbu has bought a building on Jackson Avenue that he plans to renovate into an art incubator, studio space and a restaurant — with the larger goal of creating an art community. 

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Ephraim Urevbu South Main Arts District Subscriber Only Jackson Avenue 825 Jackson Monique 'Chef Mo' Williams Ian Callender

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Peggy Burch

Peggy Burch

Peggy Burch is a freelancer and former Arts & Culture editor at The Daily Memphian.


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