CHATTANOOGA & HAMILTON COUNTY
CHATTANOOGA & HAMILTON COUNTY
CHATTANOOGA & HAMILTON COUNTY
CHATTANOOGA & HAMILTON COUNTY
CHATTANOOGA & HAMILTON COUNTY
APRIL 21–26, 2025
APRIL 21–26, 2025
APRIL 21–26, 2025
APRIL 21–26, 2025
CELEBRATE THE POWER OF THE ARTS
CELEBRATE THE POWER OF THE ARTS
CELEBRATE THE POWER OF THE ARTS
CELEBRATE THE POWER OF THE ARTS
This exciting week-long event will celebrate the cultural, social, and economic contributions of local arts organizations and creatives to Chattanooga and Hamilton County. Join us as we shine a spotlight on the vibrant and vital impact of the nonprofit arts sector in our community.
Arts Week 2025 will raise awareness of our thriving 3,000+ strong creative workforce and the nearly $200 million in economic impact generated by the local nonprofit arts sector. It’s a week to celebrate the power of art, recognize the joy it brings to our community, and advocate for the continued growth of the arts in our area.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
From live performances and gallery exhibitions to interactive workshops and community events, Arts Week offers something for everyone. Whether you're an art lover, a local supporter, or someone new to the scene, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to experience the creativity transforming our city.
Come support local artists, experience the magic of creativity, and be part of this celebration of arts in Chattanooga-Hamilton County!
KICKOFF EVENTS
ArtsBuild is proud to be collaborating with the City of Chattanooga, the Hamilton County Commission and Chattanooga Football Club to kick off Arts Week!
TUESDAY APRIL 15, 3:30 PM
City Council—Arts Week 2025 Kickoff
Chattanooga City Council Building
MONDAY, APRIL 21
MONDAY 8 AM–5:30 PM
End of Year Student Exhibition
Chattanooga State Denise Heinly Art Center
Free
TUESDAY, APRIL 22
TUESDAY 8 AM–5:30 PM
End of Year Student Exhibition
Chattanooga State Denise Heinly Art Center
Free
BEGINNING TUESDAY
HAMILTON
Tivoli Theatre Foundation at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
TUESDAY 6–8 PM
Writers@Work 2025: A Night at the Museum with Lorrie Moore
Hunter Museum of American Art
TUESDAY 6:30 PM
Out of the Kitchen and onto the Stage: A Burlesque Cook Your Own Damn Dinner Review
Scenic City Burlesque
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23
WHAT TO EXPECT
WEDNESDAY 8 AM–5:30 PM
End of Year Student Exhibition
Chattanooga State Denise Heinly Art Center
Free
WEDNESDAY 5–7 PM
AIM to Create: Weaving
The AIM Center
Donation
WEDNESDAY 6–7:30 PM
The Craft of Writing with Lorrie Moore
Writers@Work + SoLit at ArtsBuild
Free Registration
WEDNESDAY 6–9 PM
Exhibit Openings: AVA Member Print-Making Show and Student Work from Creative Discovery Museum's CityArts Program
AVA
THURSDAY, APRIL 24
THURSDAY 8 AM–5:30 PM
End of Year Student Exhibition
Chattanooga State Denise Heinly Art Center
Free
THURSDAY 11 AM–4 PM
The Art of Recycling: An Interactive Art Experience
River City Company and ART120 at Miller Park
THURSDAY 5–8 PM
“A Moveable Feast” by Brett Weaver at Gallery 1401—Opening Reception
Gallery 1401
THURSDAY 7 PM
Pass the Baton (ft. the Symphonic Band)
Chattanooga State Humanities Theatre
Free
FRIDAY, APRIL 25
THURSDAY 8 AM–4:30 PM
End of Year Student Exhibition
Chattanooga State Denise Heinly Art Center
Free
FRIDAY 11 AM
Virtual Coffee Chat: The State of Arts Funding—Trends, Needs, and Building Connections
ArtsBuild (Virtual)
FRIDAY 1:30 PM
John Henry's "Best for Last" Dedication
Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
Free
FRIDAY 5–7 PM
AIM to Create: Cartoons
The AIM Center
Donation
FRIDAY 7:30 PM
Haydn's Te Deum and Vivaldi's Magnificat
Choral Arts of Chattanooga at Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church
SATURDAY, APRIL 26
SATURDAY 10–11:30 AM
Basics of Machine Sewing: Make Your Own Reversible Napkin
The Chattery
Registration
SATURDAY 10 AM–12 PM
John Henry Invitational Artist Dedication
Sculpture Fields at Montague Park
Free
SATURDAY 12–4 PM
Porch Sale to celebrate Anna Safley Houston's Birthday!
Houston 'Pop Up' Museum
WEEKEND WRAPUP
Join us at Stove Works to close out Arts Week!
SUNDAY, APRIL 27
SUNDAY 12–5 PM
“A Moveable Feast” by Brett Weaver at Gallery 1401—Artist Brunch
Gallery 1401
SUNDAY 3 PM
Chattywampus Trio
Chattanooga State Humanities Theatre
Free
EVENT PARTNERS
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