The Sunsphere

Local Places to Find Books

Knoxville’s vibrant literary scene comes alive with local charm and community spirit. Whether you're on the hunt for rare antiquarian finds or a cozy spot to enjoy your next great read, Knoxville is home to a diverse array of indie bookstores—not to mention playful pop-ups and library sales—that…

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Shop Like a Local at the Farmers' Market

If you are looking for an authentic Knoxville experience, do as the locals do and take a trip to the Market Square Farmers' Market. Nestled in the heart of downtown Knoxville, the Market Square Farmers’ Market is held every Wednesday and Saturday, May - November on the site of the former Market…

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Tri-Star Arts at The Candoro Marble Building

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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Guide to First Friday

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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A Guide to Historic Westwood

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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Guide to Knoxville for Readers

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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Culinary Tour of Latin America in Knoxville

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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Theatre in the Old City: River & Rail

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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Tennessee Triennial for Contemporary Art: RE-PAIR

If you’ve been reading the blog for a while, poking around the website, following us on social then you’re in the know: Knoxville is a nature-loving-adventure-seeking-ARTSY-kinda town! But you might not know about the Tennessee Triennial. If you’re into the arts, you’re going to want to know what it…

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