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Thursdays In February: Black History Month At The Bessie

WUTC | By Ray Bassett
Published January 31, 2024 at 9:57 PM EST
Bessie Smith Cultural Center logo in front of building.
Bessie Smith Cultural Center

For the start of this Black History Month, the Bessie Smith Cultural Center in downtown Chattanooga on Thursday will host the first of four events - one event a week - throughout February.

Elijah Cameron is with the Bessie.

Black History Month 2024 at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center.
Bessie Smith Cultural Center
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Ray is the host and producer of "Scenic Roots" - Mondays through Thursdays at 3 PM - and WUTC's Editorial Director.
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