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The Peabody Ducks. 6,386 reviews. #22 of 232 things to do in Memphis. Historic SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks. Open now. 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. Located in Downtown Memphis, the historic luxury hotel, The Peabody Memphis, is probably best known for the Peabody Ducks.
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Sep 3, 2023 · After experimenting with this strange idea, Pembroke found it to be effective and began having a weekly duck parade with real Mallard ducks on Thursdays instead of relying on decoys. Continued Popularity: The weekly parade became so popular that people would wait outside for the arrival of the mallards as tourists flocked to see them in action.
- History of The Peabody Ducks
- The Duckmaster Reveals All
- An Ode to Ducks
The Peabody actually first opened in 1869 in a different location and was the place to see and be seen until its closing in 1923. In 1925, the hotel opened in its current location and under new ownership. The impressive marble fountain that still graces the hotel lobby was cut from a single piece of travertine and shipped from Italy in time for the...
I had a chance to chat with the current Peabody Duckmaster, Anthony Petrina. Anthony never thought that his degree in hotel management would land him in the prestigious role of Duckmaster. He had worked in the hotel’s Capriccio Grill and devised a plan to move up the ranks within the hotel over time. Maybe prestigious is an understatement. Before A...
Let’s just say that The Peabody Memphis has taken the duck theme and run (or waddled?) with it. From the soap in the bathroom to the actual hotel logo, you can’t miss it. The ducks add unbelievable charm to the historic hotel. Every President of the United States in office since the opening of the Peabody Memphis has stayed in the hotel. I will def...
Jun 24, 2020 · The duck march has become incredibly popular. Hotel guests will show up early just to get a spot to watch. The hotel suggests showing up 30 minutes early to make sure you're able to catch the show.
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Mar 27, 2023 · The Peabody hotel in Memphis hosts an odd tradition that dates back to the 1930's. A special ceremony led by a professional "duckmaster" has captured the hearts of millions of travelers...
