Lauderdale Courts Public Housing Project
- Also Known As: Uptown Square
- Address: 185 Winchester Ave
- Vicinity: Danny Thomas Blvd, Alabama Ave, Exchange Ave, 3rd St, and Winchester
- Neighborhood of Downtown Memphis in Memphis, TN
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1936/05/00 | Edward L Harrison | Architect | Designed by various architects for low-income white families, the development of Lauderdale Courts Public Housing Project begins in May. | |||
| 1937/04/00 | Joe Frazer Smith | Architect | Designed in a minimalist Colonial Revival style, the cornerstone of the Administration Building at Lauderdale Courts is laid. The complex includes 66 red brick buildings on 22-acre. | |||
| 1938/01/00 | Johnny Burnette | Home | By January, Lauderdale Courts Public Housing Project opens for occupancy with 449 apartment units. The Burnett of Memphis will be one of the recipients of the new apartments. | |||
| 1949/09/00 | Elvis Presley | Home | Vernon, Gladys and Elvis Presley move into Apt 328 at 185 Winchester in Lauderdale Courts. The Presleys pay $35 a month for a two-bedroom unit with a living room, bathroom and kitchen. |
| Particulars for Lauderdale Courts Public Housing Project: | |
|---|---|
| Architectural Style | American Colonial Revival |
| Area of Significance | Architecture |
| Criteria | Architecture-Engineering |
| Criteria | Exemplar |
| Sight Category | Historic District |
| Historic Use | Multiple dwelling |
| Area of Significance | Politics-government |
| Area of Significance | Social History |
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