Welcome to the BVO Chronicles
A living record of our journey through time — sharing press features, behind-the-scenes Discoveries, creative collaborations, community events, and stories from our Mud Island neighbors. Follow along as we celebrate the people, ideas, and experiences shaping BVO, along with our commitment to recycling, reuse, and reimagining what others discard.
Rain or Shine! Family Fun Fall Takes Over BVO
Rain changed the plans, but not the celebration! Memphis Storm Water's Family Fun Fall moved indoors at BVO, bringing hands-on activities, local organizations, and families together for a memorable day on Mud Island.
Built by Memphis, For Memphis: A Community-Created Adventure
From reclaimed materials to volunteer builds, BVO is a homegrown Memphis project powered by local artists, creators, and community pride.
Daily Memphian: Instagram REEL, Rock-n-Romp at BVO
An Instagram Reel captures Rock-n-Romp energy at BVO on Mud Island and gives followers a quick peek inside the evolving River of Time build.
We need your junk!
Join BVO’s creative reuse drive! Donate your “junk” to help transform Mud Island’s former museum into a sustainable, imaginative world built by the community.