Oak Ridge Civic Music Association: Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra: A Musical Exploration of Cultures
Sat Sep 9, 7:30 PM
NEW LOCATION: St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sugarwood Drive, Farragut, TN 37934
This is a special concert by the Oak Ridge Symphony Orchestra. Become musically immersed in the topics of American Black Music, Indigenous Heritage, hate crimes, and Latino immigration during Maestro Stabilito’s season-opening concert. Inspired by the very successful 2023 “Roots of America” Lecture Series hosted by the Oak Ridge Institute for Continued Learning (ORICL) in partnership with the Oak Ridge Breakfast Rotary Club, the concert includes music by Gonzalo Castellanos-Yumar, Carlos Simon, Szymon Laks, and Louis Ballard performed by a small sinfonietta of the orchestra’s principal musicians. Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring for 13 Instruments will no doubt be an audience favorite!
Advanced reservations required: NO
For more information, please contact: Lisa at (865) 483-5569 or office@orcma.org
https://orcma.org/oak-ridge-symphony-in-farragut
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Mabry-Hazen House: Movies at the Museum – The Muppets
Sat Sep 9, 8 PM
1711 Dandridge Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915
The Muppets (2011): Kermit and new friends Gary and Mary search far and wide to reunite the Muppets, who have all gone their separate ways, in order to save their old theater from being demolished by a greedy oilman (rated PG). Admission is FREE for each movie, but donations are greatly appreciated to support each museum’s preservation mission. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets, or other items to make their time there comfortable. Concessions will be available at each museum. Please see website individual museum’s respective event pages for more details on the movies, concessions, and any special activities happening at their site!
https://www.mabryhazen.com/events
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FREE Knoxville Museum of Art: Second Sunday Art Activity & Docent Tours
Sun Sep 10, 1-4 PM
1050 World’s Fair Park, Knoxville
Bring your children in grades K-6 to enjoy a hands-on art activity taught by a certified art teacher. Docent Guided Tours are also offered at 2 PM, where visitors can follow a trained docent educator through the galleries to learn more about the KMA collection and temporary exhibitions. Tours are 60 minutes; visitors can meet at the front desk at 1:55pm to join the tour. Both activities are FREE and open to the public.
Information: 865-525-6101, www.knoxart.org
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Clarence Brown Theatre: Murder on the Orient Express
Sun Sep 10, 2 PM; Wed-Sat Sep 13-16, 7:30 PM
Clarence Brown Theatre, 1714 Andy Holt Ave. on UT campus
Wax your mustache and hop on board the Orient Express for a ride you won’t soon forget! A snowdrift has halted the train in its tracks…with a killer on board. Over the next 48 hours, Hercule Poirot must find the villain before he or she strikes again. Back by popular demand! Recommended for middle school and up. Entire show run is Sep 6-24. For all productions children must be aged 5 years old and up, with the exception of A Christmas Carol which is ages 4 and up. Lap seating is strictly prohibited based on fire code requirements. We will be offering up to 3 child tickets per one adult ticket. The adult ticket will also receive a 10% discount. Tickets must be purchased by calling or visiting the Box Office and must be picked up at will call the day/night of the event by the attending adult.
Advanced reservations required: YES
Contact: Box Office – 865-974-5161 or Box_Office@utk.edu
www.clarencebrowntheatre.com
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Oak Ridge Civic Music Association: A Musical Exploration of Cultures
Sun Sep 10, 3 PM
Pollard Auditorium, 210 Badger Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN 37830
Become musically immersed in the topics of American Black Music, Indigenous heritage, hate crimes, and immigration during the opening concert. Inspired by the very successful 2023 “Roots of America” Lecture Series hosted by the Oak Ridge Institute for Continued Learning (ORICL) in partnership with the Oak Ridge Breakfast Rotary Club, the concert includes music by Gonzalo Castellanos-Yumar, Carlos Simon, Szymon Laks, Aaron Copland, and Louis Ballard performed by a small sinfonietta of the orchestra’s principal musicians. Tickets are required and may be obtained online or at the Box Office.
Advanced reservations required: NO
For more information, please contact: Lisa at (865) 483-5569 or office@orcma.org
https://orcma.org/a-musical-exploration-of-cultures
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Tennessee Valley Fair: Penny4Arts Day
Tue Sep 12, 10 AM – 10 PM
3301 E. Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, TN 37931
The Tennessee Valley Fair (Sep 8-17) is one of the state’s largest multi-day events attracting thousands of people each year. Known for its innovative exhibits, livestock shows, concert series, action sports, exciting rides and a variety of unique fun foods, the Tennessee Valley Fair offers tremendous family entertainment for guests of all ages. Students K-12th grade may use this voucher (PDF) for free admission. Gates open at 10 AM and rides open at 5 PM. Admission into the Fair closes at 10 PM. Students may be required to show proof of Knox County residence. Please note: Limit one coupon per student grades K-12. Valid on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 ONLY. Not valid any other day. Voucher cannot be combined with other offers. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult (ages 18 and older) in a ratio not to exceed three children per one adult.
This Penny4Arts event is open ONLY to students living within Knox County.
Advanced reservations required: NO
For more information, please contact: Abby Villas, 865-215-1471, abby@tnvalleyfair.org
https://www.tnvalleyfair.org
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Knox County Public Library: Drawing Workshop with Jerry Craft
Tue Sep 12, 12:30-2:30 PM
East Tennessee History Center, 601 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902
Join award-winning cartoonist, Jerry Craft, for a workshop on how to draw comics and write graphic novels. Craft is the author-illustrator of the #1 New York Times best selling graphic novels New Kid and Class Act. New Kid was the first book in history to win the Newbery Medal, the Coretta Scott King Author Award, and the Kirkus Prize for Young Readers’ Literature. In his latest book, School Trip, Craft shares his love of travel to inspire kids to see the world and embrace new cultures. We are pleased to partner with UT-Knoxville’s Center for Children’s and Young Adult Literature, and the Theory and Practice in Teacher Education at the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences and the Friends of the Library to make this event possible.
Advanced reservations required: YES
https://www.knoxcountylibrary.org/event/drawing-workshop-jerry-craft
https://www.facebook.com/events/699548142025664
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Concerts on the Square: Jazz Tuesday with Denin Koch
Tue Sep 12, 7-9 PM
Market Square, downtown Knoxville
Join guitarist Denin Koch and his band for an evening of great jazz music:
Denin Koch – guitar
Greg Tardy – tenor saxophone
Rob Linton – bass
Keith Brown – drums
Denin Koch is an international award-winning guitarist and composer who delivers a unique blend of jazz sophistication and indie-rock ethos. He has performed or recorded with Wycliffe Gordon, Dee Daniels, Shane Endsley, Ryan Keberle, Brad Goode, the Colorado Symphony, and many others. His work has been recognized by Downbeat Magazine, All About Jazz, the ASCAP Foundation, and more. He is a Jazz Faculty Member at UT. Bring your kids, lawn chairs, blankets, pets, and friends to enjoy outdoor Knoxville nights, live music, food, fun, and community in Market Square. No tickets required.
https://www.knoxjazz.org/upcoming-events_jos
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Coming up next!Thu Sep 14: Knoxville Jazz Orchestra at Pellissippi
Sun Sep 17: KSO: William Shaub Plays Mozart - Chamber Classics Series
Sun Sep 17: Amadeus Chamber Ensemble: Rossini: Selections from Stabat Mater and Messa Solenne
Tue Sep 19: Jazz Tuesday with Scott Simmerman & Friends
Thu-Fri Sep 21-22: Knoxville Symphony Orchestra - Pictures at an Exhibition
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Blount Mansion: Free Admission & Tours
200 W. Hill Avenue
Come join us at the top of each hour as we take you back into the founding of Knoxville and the state of Tennessee through a tour of the Governor’s house, office, and kitchen as well as the Hopkins Parker Garden. All tours Wednesday – Sunday are Penny4Arts eligible. Walk in or call ahead tours are accepted.
Advance reservations required? NO
Contact: David Hearnes, 865-525-2375, info@blountmansion.org
https://blountmansion.org
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East Tennessee Historical Society: Free Museum Admission
East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902
Free admission to the Museum of East Tennessee History for one parent accompanying a participating child. Enjoy compelling stories, interesting artifacts, and colorful characters in the nationally recognized exhibition “Voices of the Land: The People of East Tennessee,” as well as regularly changing exhibits. Explore your own history and heritage in the premiere regional genealogy research library and the Knox County Archives. Browse the Museum Shop for gifts, books, and souvenirs.
Please let the front desk associate at the East Tennessee History Center know you are attending with the Penny4Arts deal to receive free museum admission.
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Historic Ramsey House: Guided House Tours
Wed-Sat 10-4 (last tour at 3 PM)
2614 Thorn Grove Pike
Ramsey House was built in 1797 by Knoxville’s first architect, Thomas Hope, for Francis Alexander Ramsey. The structure is significant for original interior and exterior architectural features and its period decorative art collection. The Ramsey Family was one of the first families to settle the Knoxville area. They played vital roles in developing civic, educational and cultural institutions.
Historic Ramsey House offers free tours to Knox and surrounding county students ages 15 and under. All children ages 15 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult (age 18 and older) in a ratio not to exceed three children per one adult. Please check the “Book a Tour” tab on our website for the most up-to-date information on our House Tour times.
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Historic Westwood: Guided Tours
Tue & Thu 10-4 and Sat 10-2
3425 Kingston Pike
Westwood is the historic home, studio, and gallery of artist Adelia Armstrong Lutz. A visit to Westwood is a connection to the rich, artistic history of Knoxville. Westwood was built in 1890 for John Lutz and his wife, Adelia Armstrong, a talented artist and leader in the Knoxville arts community. John and Adelia commissioned Knoxville’s first and best-known architectural firm, Baumann Brothers, to design Westwood. This resulted in an impressive Queen Anne style house constructed of brick with Richardsonian Romanesque elements in stone. A rare aspect of the design was Adelia’s painting studio, by far the grandest room in the house. Designed especially for the artist, her studio had ample space for materials and paintings, a fireplace, a cathedral ceiling, tall windows, and an impressive skylight. Adelia had created a place of profound beauty within which to pursue her passion and host her fellow artists. Today, Westwood shocases over 30 of Adelia’s works along with paintings, frescoes, furnishings, and craftsmanship of other Knoxville artists from the late 19th century to the modern era.
Tours are at the top of every hour. Admission: Adults (18+) $10; free for children & Knox Heritage members
Advance reservations required? NO
Contact: Hollie Cook, 865-523-8008, hcook@knoxheritage.org
https://www.knoxheritage.org
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James White's Fort: Tour The Fort
205 East Hill Ave
Visit James White’s Fort to experience what life was like in East Tennessee more than 200 years ago! James White’s Fort is the home of James White who settled in Knoxville with a 1,000-acre land grant from the state of North Carolina. Includes White’s first home, furnished with original tools and artifacts from the period. Penny4arts may enjoy a self-guided tour of the Fort for free with paid Adult admission. No groups.
Some unforeseen circumstances (unpredictable weather, special events, etc) may cause us to close the Fort early or for a day. Please contact us before your visit to confirm hours!
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Knoxville Museum of Art: Tours
1050 World’s Fair Park Drive, Knoxville, TN 37916
Guided and Unguided Tours of 10-40 people are scheduled on a case by case basis, please make your reservation at least 3 weeks in advance. To check availability for a group of 10-40 people contact DeLena Feliciano (info below). For general admission reservations please follow the directions on the KMA home page at www.knoxart.org. Admission is always free.
View the ongoing exhibitions: Currents: Recent Art from East Tennessee and Beyond, Cycle of Life glass and steel installation, Thorne Miniature Rooms, Facets of Modern and Contemporary Glass, and sculpture gardens. Additional exhibitions include: Jane Cassidy: Drink Up the Moon (through Nov 12) and the Annual East Tennessee Regional Student Art Exhibition (Nov 24, 2023 – Jan 7, 2024). The newly renovated Higher Ground: A Century of the Visual Arts in East Tennessee will reopen Nov 2.
Advance reservations required? YES
Contact: DeLena Feliciano, 865-525-6101 ext. 227, dfeliciano@knoxart.org
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Mabry-Hazen House and Bethel Civil War Cemetery: Free Tours
Free tours are given of the Mabry-Hazen House (1711 Dandridge Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915) and Bethel Civil War Cemetery (1917 Bethel Ave, Knoxville, TN 37915).
These tours give an in-depth perspective into the lives of the families who occupied these homes and also detail the importance of these historical sites. Tours typically start at the top of each hour and end one hour before close. Open by appointment only in January & February.
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Marble Springs State Historic Site: Guided Tours
Self guided tours during open hours are free admission.
1220 W. Governor John Sevier Hwy
Marble Springs State Historic site is happy to offer guided tours to up to three children accompanied by at least one paying adult. Visitors should register for their tour at the site cottage. Marble Springs State Historic Site is the last home and farm of John Sevier, Tennessee’ s first governor, who was elected in 1796. Sevier served six terms as Tennessee governor in Knoxville, the state’s first capital city. He also acted as the first and only governor of the short-lived state of Franklin. Sevier was a congressman from the Eastern District for four terms, a high-ranking officer in the North Carolina militia, and a hero at the 1780 battle of Kings Mountain against the British. Farmer, trader, land speculator, soldier, politician, husband, and father of 18 children, John Sevier embodied the pioneer spirit of the day. When he passed away in 1815, the approximate 350-acre Marble Springs had been the home he shared with second wife Catherine Sherrill, or “Bonny Kate”, and his youngest children for more than 15 years. Named for its picturesque and soothing springs and the Tennessee “pink marble” quarried nearby, the site features a period tavern, kitchen, cabin, loom house, and spring house that help interpret Tennessee’s late 18th and early 19th century history.
Advance reservations required? Only for groups of more than six children
Contact: 865-573-5508, info@marblesprings.net
https://www.marblesprings.net
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McClung Museum of Natural History and Culture: Free Admission and Tours
1327 Circle Park Drive on the UT campus, Knoxville, TN 37996
The McClung Museum at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, brings natural history, cultural, and art collections together to create a space for convergence, discovery, and collaboration. The museum offers complimentary admission to the general public, allowing visitors to explore independently through self-guided tours or participate in a group tour. Group tours, which require a minimum of 10 participants, are available upon request and must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
Advance reservations required? Group tours only
Contact: 865-974-2144, museum@utk.edu
https://mcclungmuseum.utk.edu/visit/
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Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame: General Admission – Self Guided Tours
Mon-Sat 10 AM - 5 PM
700 Hall of Fame Dr
The Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame opened in June 1999 in Knoxville. The 35,000 square foot facility is dedicated to all levels of women’s basketball and preserving the history of the game. Whether you are looking for inspiration, education or just plain fun, the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame is the place to find it! When arriving to the WBHOF, you may park free of charge in our main parking lot located adjacent to the building. The main entrance doors are located off that parking lot. Once inside, the gift shop is located to the right, and a staff member will assist you in obtaining your tickets. Up to three students may enjoy free admission with a paying adult.
Advance reservations required? Only for large groups
Contact: Ashley Meeks, 865-633-9000, ameeks@wbhof.com
https://www.wbhof.com
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The following guidelines apply to every Penny4Arts event:
+ Open to Knox and surrounding County residents (with a few exceptions).
+ All children ages 5-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult (age 18 and older) in a ratio not to exceed three children per one adult.
+ Proof of Knox and surrounding County residency may be required.
+ At least one in a group of up to four students ages 16-18 must purchase a regular adult admission/ticket (if applicable) for the group to be able to participate in Penny4Arts.
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If you need help accessing any of our programs, please contact us at 865-523-7543 or info@knoxalliance.com.
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