Site of First Phone in Memphis

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541 S Front St
Memphis, TN 38103

The Site of First Phone in Memphis is a historical landmark in Memphis, TN that commemorates the location where the first telephone call in the city was made. Visitors can explore the significance of this event and learn about the early days of communication technology.

This site offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and appreciate the impact of the invention of the telephone on society. It serves as a reminder of the progress and innovation that have shaped the way we communicate today.

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5.02 reviews
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Jeremy J.
7/1/2025

It's easy to walk right past the marker on the corner of South Front Street and G.E. Patterson in Memphis without realizing you're standing where the city's very first telephone rang to life. Just...

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John M.
3/15/2023

Cool little tidbit of history in Memphis. We take so much for history and now carry phones in our pockets. This must have indeed been a big deal to Memphis, Tennessee back in the day. This...

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