Artificial intelligence is changing the way we plan travel. With just a few keystrokes, AI tools can spin up a four-day Knoxville itinerary, find restaurants that match your tastes, or suggest nearby hiking trails. It’s quick, convenient, and often surprisingly detailed. But here’s the catch: no…
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Tucked just beyond the heart of downtown Knoxville but still a part of the buzz, the Old City invites you to look closer and immerse yourself in one of East Tennessee’s most character-rich neighborhoods. You’ll find 100+ year-old original brick pavers down Jackson Avenue, historic warehouses turned…
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If you’ve visited Knoxville, chances are you’ve encountered the vibrant arts scene that makes this city so special. From theater and visual art to live music, creativity is woven into the cultural fabric of East Tennessee. At the heart of it all is the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra (KSO)—the oldest…
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From the rolling Appalachian Mountains and storied landmarks to legendary music venues and vibrant art museums, Tennessee is a treasure trove of unforgettable experiences. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a fan of toe-tapping tunes, the Volunteer State promises to turn your visit…
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Knoxville has earned some acclaim for its country musicians. Several who started their careers on Knoxville radio, from Roy Acuff to Chet Atkins to Don Gibson to the Everly Brothers to Dolly Parton, became major stars. However, African American musicians in Knoxville have had a notable influence on…
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Many of our blog viewers are familiar with our friends at WDVX, the in-house radio station inside our Visitors Center. They’re well known to visitors and locals alike for their daily noon program “The Blue Plate Special”, but you might not know about their newer monthly program “ First Friday Live ”…
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The Comet is Coming by Fabrice Bourgelle courtesy Big Ears Why do people come to Knoxville from all 50 states and nearly two dozen countries – traveling hundreds, even thousands of miles – filling our downtown hotels, restaurants, shops, bars, sidewalks and venues for four days or more – to attend…
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Knoxville has always been a music town, but the 1982 World’s Fair helped finally bring Knoxville into the musical spotlight. Read on and click through the links to hear some tunes on YouTube! Many great artists performed at the Fair, from Hollywood legend Bob Hope to classical greats Isaac Stern…
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This post is part of a series on the Anniversary of the 1982 World’s Fair that was held in Knoxville, Tennessee. For more posts and information about…
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While it is true one can find bluegrass most anywhere these days, it takes on a new meaning here in Knoxville. Many of the legends call this region home and the culture is steeped in Appalachia. From porches to barn dances, bluegrass was the music folks gathered around. One only has to look around…
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