Memphis Flyer: Take Me to the River of Time

By Chris McCoy

May 13, 2026, The Memphis Flyer

Huge gratitude to friend and supporter Chris McCoy and Memphis Flyer for this deep feature on Baron Von Opperbean and the River of Time and the many artists, builders, technologists, and dreamers helping bring the project to life.

The article traces the evolution of BVO from Christopher Reyes’ early immersive experiments like Fish and Quadrant 360 to the opening of the first phase of River of Time inside the former Mississippi River Museum on Mud Island. The piece highlights the collaborative spirit behind the project and the growing momentum around immersive art, creative technology, and experiential storytelling in Memphis.

More than a profile of an attraction, the feature captures the people, creativity, and belief driving the transformation of the riverfront and the city’s creative future.

“I want there to be a whole universe of possibilities.” — Christopher Reyes