The Candoro Marble Building is a unique feature of the Vestal neighborhood found in South Knoxville. The building itself serves as a monument to the rich history of the East Tennessee Marble industry as well as the Candoro Marble Company’s impact on the surrounding area. The Candoro Marble Building…
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Knoxville is a nature-loving-adventure-seeking-ARTSY-kinda town, and at no time is that more evident than on First Friday. First Friday is a monthly event, taking place – you guessed it – the first Friday of every month, where galleries and other venues throughout the city feature various artists’…
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For those who’ve ever been to an HoLa Hora Latina First Friday event downtown, you know our tamales are always quick to sell-out. It’s clear that our…
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What do Georgia O'Keeffe, Winslow Homer, Jackson Pollock, and Knoxville's own Adelia Armstrong Lutz have in common? Each of their homes has been inducted into the prestigious Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios (HAHS) network! Westwood was accepted into the HAHS network in March 2022, a peer-to-peer…
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Several cities tout their favorite local authors, because people like to see the places they’ve read about in novels. Knoxville has its own literary heritage, associated with nationally well-known books and authors, and a brand-new guide to the city’s notable writers, and the places they wrote…
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As the leaves change and the air becomes crisp, there is nothing better than cozying up in a local bookstore. Luckily for you, Knoxville has 6 great options that fit the needs of book lovers far and wide. 1. Union Avenue Books This shop checks all the boxes – locally owned, independent, hosts…
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We hope you were able to join us for HoLa Hora Latina’s HoLa Festival in September celebrating the cultural diversity of Latin America and Hispanic Heritage Month, nationally celebrated between September 15th and October 15th. With multiple different food vendors, a dozen artisan crafts vendors…
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Historic Market Square is the heart of downtown Knoxville. It’s a must-do for any visitor to our city, and we’re happy to tell you why! But you can’t know the present if you don’t know the past, so we’ll start with a brief history lesson to get your bearings. 1. Market Square History The history of…
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If you are new to Knoxville, you may not know that it is quickly becoming not just a hub but a destination for the performing arts. River and Rail Theatre Company (R&R), founded in 2015, is located in the heart of downtown Knoxville with a permanent home in a chic, flexible venue called the Old City…
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The Maker City monthly blog takes a look at locations where makers are found in The Maker City and features some of Knoxville area’s outstanding makers – artists, crafters and so much more. This month’s blog features Rala, a shop where you can find many local and regional makers, and features…
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