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CHA Spotlight: Explore Chattanooga's African American History

Feb. 09, 2021

Who: Anyone who loves to explore African American stories, historical individuals, and landmarks! What: This edition of the CHA Spotlight features some of Chattanooga’s African American History. From markers to neighborhoods, to historic landmarks, you can explore some of Chattanooga’s African…

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CHA Spotlight: The Chattanooga Choo Choo Tennessee Music Pathways Marker

Jan. 21, 2021

Who: Anyone who loves music and history! What: The Tennessee Music Pathways pays tribute to the impact of music with commemorative markers dispersed throughout the state of Tennessee. Recently, the Chattanooga Choo Choo was added to the list because of the iconic song “The Chattanooga Choo Choo”…

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CHA Spotlight: Sculpture Fields at Montague Park

Dec. 17, 2020

Who: Anyone who loves nature and colossal outdoor art museums! What: The Sculpture Fields at Montague Park is free and open to the public offering 33 acres of outdoor space. With inspiring art from all over the world including 40 large sculptures and an incredible view of Lookout Mountain, you…

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Famous Chattanooga Musicians

Mar. 01, 2017

Chattanooga is a city with soul. Our music heritage spans over a century and includes some of the top names of the music industry both past and present. Here is a list of artists with Chattanooga roots, you might be surprised to see some of the names on the list! BESSIE SMITH Born in April of 1894…

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