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The Danny Thomas ALSAC Pavillion

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Located on North Lauderdale on the grounds of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, this pavillion is dedicated to the hospital, its founder, Danny Thomas, and the American Lebanese Syrian Associated Charities (ALSAC). The pavillion, reflecting the Near Eastern cultural heritage of its benefactors, features stained-glass windows and a gold leaf anodized aluminum dome designed after the Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem. A woodcarving of 'The Last Supper' is also displayed. Exhibits detail the development of the hospital as well as Danny Thomas' show business career. A memorial to him is in front of the pavillion. Open Sunday through Friday 10am-4pm.

Location: 332 North Lauderdale, Memphis Tennessee 38105 Telephone 901-495-3327

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