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Bessie Smith Cultural Center

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200 E M L King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37403 United States
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Phone (423) 266-8658
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  • September 2026

  • Thu 24
    A poster for "Depth of Field Day," a celebration of local photography, featuring a schedule of events including photo-based workshops and an Aperture exhibition and reception, along with details.

    Depth of Field Day

    September 24 @ 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E M L King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, United States   +1 more

    On September 24th, 2026, E MLK Blvd will be transformed into a creative hub to elevate and celebrate the photographic talent of the greater Chattanooga Area! Our full day of activities and opportunities will be free and open to all. Our inaugural event will feature an afternoon of free photo-based workshops that will take place […]

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  • November 2026

  • Thu 19
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    Gratefull 2026

    November 19 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
    Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E M L King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN, United States

    Celebrating 11 Years of Coming Together along one long table! Free and ALL are welcome to join together for a Thanksgiving meal in the middle of Martin Luther King Blvd. There is no fee, no expectations, and no agenda — just an open invitation. For those who wish to make a contribution to those in […]

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Ease into the fall season with this refreshing pairing from @littlecoyotetn! Send this to a friend who’d love to try a tuna tostada paired with a top-shelf margarita. 🍹
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One of Chattanooga’s most recognizable landmarks, the Tennessee Aquarium brings the wonders of the underwater world to the heart of the Scenic City. 🐟 With both a River Journey and Ocean Journey building, @tennesseeaquarium takes visitors from the Tennessee River to the open ocean, showcasing an incredible variety of aquatic life from around the world.
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One of Chattanooga’s most recognizable landmarks, the Tennessee Aquarium brings the wonders of the underwater world to the heart of the Scenic City. 🐟 With both a River Journey and Ocean Journey building, @tennesseeaquarium takes visitors from the Tennessee River to the open ocean, showcasing an incredible variety of aquatic life from around the world.
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Got an event coming up in Chattanooga? 📅 From concerts and festivals to local markets, community events, and family-friendly fun, our event calendar makes it easy to find what’s happening around the Scenic City.

Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Chattanooga!
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Got an event coming up in Chattanooga? 📅 From concerts and festivals to local markets, community events, and family-friendly fun, our event calendar makes it easy to find what’s happening around the Scenic City. Submit your upcoming event at the link in our bio and help locals and visitors discover what’s happening in Chattanooga!
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Celebrate the end of summer with @clumpies! Try one of these summer flavors before they are gone. Fall flavors drop 9/11/26. Taste summer while you still can! 🍦 Chattanooga | Clumpies | Chattanooga Eats | Visit Chattanooga | Local Eats | Ice Cream
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Looking for a Zoo experience that’s a little more wild? 🐾 Chattanooga Zoo’s Meerkat WILD Encounter gives you the chance to step behind the scenes, enter their habitat, and interact with these curious creatures! This 30-minute, zookeeper-guided experience includes a feeding opportunity, access to staff-only areas, and photos taken by Zoo staff. Plus, you’ll receive full Zoo admission for the day. 📸 All WILD Encounters must be booked in advance, so reserve your spot for a memorable animal experience! 📍Chattanooga Zoo (301 N Holtzclaw Ave.)
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The results are in! 🏅 Chattanooga was named one of “The Best Places to Live in Tennessee” by the U.S. News & World Report. Congratulations to the Scenic City!
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The results are in! 🏅 Chattanooga was named one of “The Best Places to Live in Tennessee” by the U.S. News & World Report. Congratulations to the Scenic City!
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