The Peabody spreads its wings at 150, launches yearlong celebration
Peabody duckmaster and hotel historian Doug Weatherford hands rubber duck gifts to special guests Lucy Malouf (left), 4, Shelby Malouf (center), 15, and Charley Malouf (right), 9, on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019. In conjunction with the launch of its 150th anniversary celebration, the hotel has completed an $8.5 million renovation of its grand lobby and all 464 guest rooms and suites. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
The Peabody marks the 150th anniversary of opening on Feb. 5, 1869, with the launch of a yearlong celebration, including multiple ticketed events and offerings.
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Downtown Memphis Hospitality industry hotel The PeabodyWayne Risher
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