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Laura Bellucci

Goofball in residence at the intersection of tourism, hospitality, community, and history. 

Dedicated in her mission to explore all waterfalls near Chattanooga and bring the best side dish to your barbeque.

Chattanooga Cocktail Summer: A Tiki-Inspired Revival

How exactly does a landlocked town in the American South revive a storied, fraught, and complex section of cocktail history? Let’s tap this coconut and find out! Tiki bars, which gained popularity in the mid-20th century, and experienced a renewed frenzy of appreciation in the early 2010s, sparked…

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Lookout Mountain Lore Part 2: Legacy Attractions

The legacy attractions that decorate Lookout Mountain capture the unique spirit of Chattanooga. Ruby Falls embodies the spirit of the adventurer, inviting visitors to explore its subterranean waterfall. Rock City showcases the whimsical and quirky potential of Chattanooga, with its enchanting rock…

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Get Ready for 4 Bridges Arts Festival

4 Bridges Arts Festival hosted by The Association for Visual Arts The 4 Bridges Arts Festival (4BAF) is set to unfold from April 19 to 21, 2024, at the First Horizon Pavilion in Chattanooga. This festival is a celebration of artistic expression and community exchange. The Association for Visual…

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What in Carnation? Chattanooga Cocktails in Bloom

As the warmth of spring begins to embrace the landscape, Chattanooga comes alive with the vibrant hues of Tennessee's native flowers, such as the delicate Iris, the state flower, and the enchanting wildflowers that dot the countryside. It’s not just the gardens popping up everywhere – our city's…

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The Martin Hotel

Hidden in Plain Sight: Chattanooga's History is Everywhere - Martin Hotel Edition In 1906, attorney Richard Kimball came to own the lot where the lawn of the Bessie Smith Cultural Center stands today. Kimball entrusted Robert Martin, an African American former porter of the local railroads, to build…

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Explore Chattanooga's Rich Railroad Heritage

Hidden in Plain Sight: Chattanooga’s History is Everywhere – All Aboard Edition You may have heard of the Chattanooga Choo Choo, but did you know there are even more ways to experience Chattanooga’s railroad legacy? Dive into an enthralling journey through the city's history, steeped in the golden…

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