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Emporium Center
100 South Gay Street, Suite 106
Knoxville, TN 37902

Email: sc@knoxalliance.com
Phone: (865) 546-9705
Fax: (865) 546-9705

African American Appalachian Arts, Inc.

City: Knoxville, TN
Region: East Tennessee
Subregion: Knoxville & Middle East

African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. is a non profit arts organization that focuses on positive social and community development by utilizing creative methods of education through cultural artistic programming and development. These endeavors create an atmosphere of support and understanding of cultural diversity throughout Knoxville and East Tennessee.

Over ten years ago African American Appalachian Arts, Inc. launched a bold initiative called Haley Heritage Square (HHS). In 1993, they commissioned internationally acclaimed artist Tina Allen to sculpt the 13-foot bronze statue of Alex Haley. The HHS International Literary and Storytelling Festival is an annual event which has been a great success for AAAA.





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Things to do

Looking for a day of fun and frolic? Here's a quick list of nearby attractions that you may enjoy.

The Fruit and Berry Patch

The Three Rivers Rambler

East Tennessee Discovery Center

Palace Theater

Places to stay

Looking for a place to rest between adventures? Here's a quick list of nearby places to stay.

Smoky Mountain Adventure

Jameson Inn

Way-Oma Motel

Knoxville East KOA

Upcoming events

Date: May 26, 2012
Lightening Bug Tour
Location: Clinton, TN

Date: Apr 27, 2012 - May 27, 2012
ASA Pro/AM Archery Tournament
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Date: May 25, 2012 - May 27, 2012
White Knuckle Event 2012
Location: Huntsville, TN

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