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Scenic Roots

The Arts For All - And All For The Arts - At The First Arts Week

By Ray Bassett

Published April 25, 2025 at 1:07 AM EDT

ArtsBuild

Here in Chattanooga and Hamilton County, the first Arts Week is in full swing.

At event after event since Monday and through Saturday, local creatives and arts organizations are weaving a tapestry of talent through performances, exhibits, workshops and activities for the community to celebrate the nonprofit arts sector and its economic, social and cultural impact in this area.

Alex Close is director of development for ArtsBuild.

Charlotte Caldwell is founder and director of Stove Works.

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