The Knoxville Museum of Art is located in downtown Knoxville and is known for featuring works by artists from East Tennessee. The museum houses both indoor and outdoor installations, a gift shop, and a children's center. The museum is suitable for all types of visitors and is handicap accessible.
Best time to go to the Knoxville Museum of Art
The museum is open year round Tuesday through Sunday, but Friday nights offer a special treat with the Alive After Five weekly concert series featuring live bands, dancing, and food, all inside the museum.
Must see/do at the Knoxville Museum of Art
The Thorne Rooms are an intriguing exhibit featuring dollhouse-sized dioramas of historical home furnishings. Higher Ground is a four-part exhibit dedicated to art in East Tennessee, featuring the works of local artists past and present. Facets of Modern and Contemporary Glass displays an ever-growing collection of colorful glass sculptures.
Admission to the Knoxville Museum of Art
Admission to the museum is free daily, but special events, such as the Alive After Five Concert Series charge admission, which varies with the event.
Parking at the Knoxville Museum of Art
Travel by car is largely recommended in Knoxville to see most of the city's highlights. Free parking for the museum is available in the lot across the street from the building.
Food at the Knoxville Museum of Art
Food is not available in the Knoxville Museum of Art, but the museum is located downtown near many fantastic local dining options, such as Cafe 4 on Market Square or Sapphire on Gay Street.
Insider tip for visitors to the Knoxville Museum of Art
If you're visiting with children, plan to visit Fort Kid after your museum visit. This park, located across the street from the museum, is the most exciting children's park in Knoxville and features slides, swings, and rides. A promised trip is also a great way to ensure children are on their best behavior in the museum.
Author's bio: Peggy Carouthers has lived in the Knoxville area for more than 20 years. She is a freelance writer and has been published in "The Daily Times" and on the "Brazen Careerist" blog.
The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame located in Knoxville, Tennessee, is the only hall of fame dedicated to honoring men and women for their contributions to women's basketball and highlighting the history of the sport. It is also home of the world's largest basketball, which is displayed on the roof of the building.
Best and worst times to go to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame is indoors and perfect for year round visits, but if you plan to take in a University of Tennessee Lady Vols basketball game, you should visit between early November and late March. It operates Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., except on Saturdays when it opens at 10 a.m.
Must see/do at the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
The Ring of Honor displays more than 100 jerseys from the top high school and college players every season.
The Basketball Courts let visitors try different challenges and activities related to women's basketball, such as the vertical leap challenge and the timed dribble course, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
The Hall of Honor displays memorabilia and historical information about Hall of Fame inductees and highlights their achievements.
Admission to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Children under 5 are admitted free, while tickets for older children, adults, and seniors range from $5 to $10. Discounted rates are also available for groups with more than 25 visitors.
Parking and Public Transportation to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
Driving is recommended, as Knoxville is largely a car-dependent city. Parking is available in the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame lot located off Hill Avenue at 700 Hall of Fame Drive.
Food at the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
The Women's Basketball Hall of Fame does not have food on site, but Calhoun's is a fantastic local chain with a restaurant located just across the parking lot from the Hall of Fame. Calhoun's is known for excellent barbecue pork, ribs, and Rocky Top Potato Skins. This location also offers stunning views of the Tennessee River from the riverside dining room. Prices range from $10 to $20 per meal.
Insider Tip for Visitors to the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
If you visit in warmer months from April and early October, take a walk outside the Hall of Fame to the adjacent Volunteer Landing Park. The park offers a playground and walking paths overlooking the Tennessee River.
Author's bio: Peggy Carouthers has lived in the Knoxville area for more than 20 years. She is a freelance writer and has been published in "The Daily Times" and on the "Brazen Careerist" blog.
