The quaint Yellow Racket Records is located on the south side of Chattanooga, about nine minutes away from UTC’s campus. Founded in the fall of 2018 as an independent record label, owner Ben Vanderhart says the name came to him “like an epiphany,” inspired by his pet collie (whose portrait serves…
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Festival History: The 4 Bridges Arts Festival (4BAF) is a cornerstone of Chattanooga's vibrant arts scene and will be celebrating its silver jubilee (or 25th anniversary) in April. With roots dating back to 1986, the Association for Visual Arts (AVA), was tasked with "animating" downtown…
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Chattanooga’s vibrant culture is enriched by artists like Isaac Duncan III, whose large-scale sculptures bring stories of heritage, resilience, and creativity to life. Raised in Brooklyn, New York, and of Caribbean descent, Duncan’s artistic journey led him from the University of Notre Dame to the…
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“The wind is lashing lustily And the trees are thrashing thrustily And the leaves are rustling gustily So it's rather safe to say That it seems that it may turn out to be... a rather blustery day” - Winnie the Pooh The worst has happened: it’s a shivery, wet, blustery day in Chattanooga…
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Chattanooga is a city full of history and vibrant culture. It is proud to be home to the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, a place that brings the city’s story to life. This iconic museum, named after talented blues singer, Bessie Smith, is a vital hub in Chattanooga for celebrating African American…
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Savor Southern Barbeque Tradition and Chattanooga’s Vibrant Live Music Located in the heart of downtown Chattanooga, Puckett’s is a perfect spot to enjoy the sounds of live music while indulging in delicious southern cuisine. This treasured restaurant chain started as a small-town grocery store in…
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The weather is cooling down and there is a chill coming off the river, but don’t worry, we have found just the dishes to warm your belly and your soul. Welcome to the ultimate pasta and noodle adventure through Chattanooga, with local dishes that you simply can’t re-Fusilli! Whether you're a fan of…
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Don’t miss the Coker Museum in downtown Chattanooga for a unique look into automotive history. This museum, created by vintage car enthusiast Corky Coker, houses an impressive collection of restored classic cars and motorcycles. What You’ll See The museum showcases a range of vehicles, from…
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If you're looking to dive into Chattanooga’s local culture, the Levitt BLOC Music Series is a great event to experience. Sunday afternoons in September, this initiative brings free outdoor concerts to neighborhoods across the city, creating vibrant gathering spots filled with live music and…
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The Chattanooga Art + Climate Project is a unique initiative from ArtsBuild, spearheaded by Briana Jones, that brings together creative minds to address one of the most pressing issues of our time—climate change. This project, supported by the Lyndhurst Foundation, highlights the intersection of art…
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