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Culture, Heritage, and Arts Spotlight

The CHA Spotlight is an up close and personal look at Chattanooga’s rich Culture, Heritage, and Arts scene and the people that make it all possible. Check back often for the latest about Chattanooga’s festivals and events, local creators, public art, performances, musicians, rich history, and more. We look forward to you visiting soon and enjoying Chattanooga’s culture, heritage, and arts experiences that you will not find anywhere else.

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Row of Vintage Cars at the Coker Museum

Explore Chattanooga’s Coker Museum: A Vintage Car Lover’s Dream

Fall Winter Mag: Bluff View Art District

Discover Chattanooga's Bluff View Art District

Towing and Recovery Museum

Discover the International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum in Chattanooga

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Explore Chattanooga's Flavorful Culture and Beyond with Chatt Taste Food Tours

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Calliope Restaurant: Culture Meets Culinary Excellence

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Discovering Chattanooga: Houston Museum of Decorative Arts

Family-friendly competition at the Pinball Museum

CHA Spotlight: Classic Pinball Museum

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CHA Spotlight: ArtsBuild Murals

CHA Spotlight: Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

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CHA Spotlight: Lodge Cast Iron Museum

Ed Johnson Memorial 2022

CHA Spotlight: Ed Johnson Memorial

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CHA Spotlight: H*ART Gallery

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CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga Holiday Magic

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CHA Spotlight: Imax Theater's Wings Over Water

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CHA Spotlight: Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights

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CHA Spotlight: The Comedy Catch

Chattanooga Ghost Tours

CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga Ghost Tours

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CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga's Northshore

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CHA Spotlight: Musician Frank B and Restaurant Six18

Chattanooga Theatre Centre

CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga Theatre Centre

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CHA Spotlight: National Medal of Honor Heritage Center

CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga African American Museum

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CHA Spotlight: Genesis The Greykid

CHA Spotlight: Songbirds

Chattanooga Zoo_Giraffe

CHA Spotlight: Chattanooga Zoo's Makizi Ya Twiga Habitat

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CHA Spotlight: Soundcorps Sidewalk Stages Street Performers

CHA Spotlight: Nightfall Music Series

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CHA Spotlight: Hunter Museum of American Art

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CHA Spotlight: The Chattanooga Market

Strung Like A Horse

CHA Spotlight: Strung Like a Horse

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CHA Spotlight: Moccasin Bend National Archeological District

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CHA Spotlight: Explore Chattanooga's African American History

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CHA Spotlight: The Chattanooga Choo Choo Tennessee Music Pathways Marker

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CHA Spotlight: Sculpture Fields at Montague Park

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An American Legacy: The Hunter Museum of American Art

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A Brief Tour of Yellow Racket Records

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Hidden in Plain Sight: Chattanooga’s History is Everywhere – Sacred Sanctuaries Edition

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Isaac Duncan III: Shaping Chattanooga’s Artistic Landscape

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Chattanooga's Best Outdoor Activities Based on Your Personality

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Hang Gliding at Lookout Mountain Flight Park

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Tennessee Songwriters Week Events Happening in Chattanooga

Puckett's Grocery

Find Live Music + Southern Barbecue at Puckett’s Restaurant

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Christmas Music In Chattanooga

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Chattanooga’s Local Holiday Gift Guide: Unique Finds from Small Businesses

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Chatta-noodles: The Best Places for Noodles and Pasta in Chattanooga

Row of Vintage Cars at the Coker Museum

Explore Chattanooga’s Coker Museum: A Vintage Car Lover’s Dream

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A Century of Memories: Celebrating 100 Years of the Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium

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Harvest Trails and Campfire Tales: Your Perfect Autumn Itinerary in Chattanooga

A scene from Chickamauga battlefield in the fall with canon and historic markers

Off the Haunted Path: Spooky Adventures for October

Fall Paths That Wind Back in Time: Audubon Acres

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Guided Tours for Exploring Chattanooga

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The Levitt BLOC Music Series Returns to Chattanooga

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Art + Climate Project Showcased at Fall Cultural Events around the City

Niedlov's Bakery on Chattanooga's Southside

What the Brunch: A Guide to Tried and True Local Brunch Favorites in Chattanooga

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Experience Art in Chattanooga

Plan your own Art Tour of the Scenic City.

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