T. O. Fuller State Park is a delightful 1,138-acre state park within South Memphis, the only state park within the city's limits. The park, which is named in honor of activist and educator Thomas O. Fuller, was constructed throughout the late 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, serving as one of the first state parks in America to admit African-Americans at the time. During its development, CCC workers unearthed artifacts belonging to an indigenous village at the site of a proposed swimming pool for the park. Today, the site is preserved as the Chucalissa Indian Village, which showcases archaeological excavations, a replica village, and a cultural museum. Park amenities include six miles of hiking trails, basketball, tennis, and softball courts, and day-use picnic facilities. A nature center also offers interpretive programming and natural history exhibits throughout the summer months.

T. O. Fuller State Park, 1500 W Mitchell Rd, Memphis, TN 38109, Phone: 901-543-7581

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