Category Archives: Historic preservation

Furrows named “Heroes;” party looks like hootenanny!

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

John Tolsma and his son, John II, were the emcees last week when his in-laws, Sam and Ann Furrow, were designated “Heroes of Southern Appalachia” at the Museum of Appalachia in Norris.  The award, in its fifth year, recognizes “individuals … Continue reading →

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Fete toasts Duane Grieve, but don’t use the “r-word”

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

Duane Grieve is leaving his position as executive director of the East Tennessee Community Design Center, a post he’s held for eight years, but don’t call it “retirement,” he insists! Grieve was the honoree last week at a sweet little … Continue reading →

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Pete Claussen, named East Tennessean of the Year, surprises with announcement of his own

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

A packed ballroom of friends and supporters celebrated Knoxville businessman and philanthropist Pete Claussen being named “East Tennessean of the Year” last week. But Claussen had an announcement of his own. He donated 90 acres of land to the Seven … Continue reading →

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Design Center finds perfect party spot at Garden

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Some non-profit organizations stick to the same routine every year for their signature fundraisers. “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” as the saying goes. The Evergreen Ball benefiting Friends of the Smokies is always at Cherokee Country Club. Knox … Continue reading →

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Knox Heritage picks top preservationists at fun soiree

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

McCarty Holsaple McCarty (MHM) took the “Preservationists of the Year” award recently at the Scruffy City Soiree, a rollicking party in Knoxville’s Old City hosted by the area’s leading preservation organization, Knox Heritage.  “From the restoration of the Tennessee Theatre … Continue reading →

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KSO’s 90th year: historic violin, nine world premieres

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

As the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra prepares to celebrate its 90th anniversary this year, its board president, Rick Fox, has donated to the group a violin that his late great-aunt used to take lessons from the KSO’s founder, Bertha Walbern Clark. … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas from the 18th century!

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Two historic homes in downtown Knoxville held holiday open houses last night and it sure was fun — even from a 21st century perspective! James White’s Fort, at 205 E. Hill Ave., and Blount Mansion, at 200 W. Hill Ave., … Continue reading →

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Garden takes “fall break” to raise funds

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

It was a packed house — or tent! — last month as the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum held its 15th annual Green Thumb Gala, the largest fundraiser of the year for the horticultural gem located less than five miles … Continue reading →

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My new favorite event: “Diner au Blanc et Noir”

Posted on October 4, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

I’ve finally found an experience to replace in my heart what used to be my very favorite Knoxville event of the year: Symphony in the Park. As you probably know, Symphony in the Park was a fundraiser for Ijams Nature … Continue reading →

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Knox Heritage honors Sanders Pace at soiree

Posted on October 1, 2024 by Cynthia Moxley

Friday, September 20, was an extremely busy night in downtown Knoxville! Not only was country music superstar Morgan Wallen playing at Neyland Stadium (for the first of two shows), but the Knoxville Symphony was performing at the Tennessee Theatre, a … Continue reading →

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