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HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT
AT THE BESSIE

The Bessie Smith Cultural Center is located in the heart of Chattanooga on Martin Luther King Boulevard. The convenient location and beautiful architecture make the Center a wonderful place for private events, including receptions, meetings, formal parties and many other types of special events. Call us today for pricing and availability at (423) 266-8658 so that we can begin planning your memorable event.

BESSIE SMITH PERFORMANCE HALL

The Bessie Smith Performance Hall is perfect for all occasions! Space is accentuated with beautiful hardwood floors, wood ceilings, lovely windows and accented with a touch of Bessie’s nostalgia. Space also includes a stage with curtains. Other available options include a first-class audio-visual system with lights and a fully equipped commercial kitchen. This space promises to make a lasting impression on your special occasion.

Square footage: 3105 sq. ft. (45′ x 69′)

Capacity	Standing Room	Banquet Style	Auditorium
Capacity	400	240	325

THE MUSEUM TERRACE & GROUNDS

This space is perfect for any outdoor event! Space includes a lovely manicured lawn, a terrace perfect for an intimate setting while utilizing the exquisite grounds to compliment an event of 1,000 or more people.

200 E M L King Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37403

Tuesday thru Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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COVID-19 STATEMENT

The health and safety of our guests, our staff and our community are very important to us. The Bessie Smith Cultural Center is closely monitoring federal, state, and local guidelines and our policies and procedures will continue to evolve accordingly. Our current policy is as follows:

FACE COVERINGS
Face masks are now mandatory for all guests in the building. Masks are required in accordance with CDC guidelines.

NOT FEELING WELL?
If you have symptoms such as fever or cough, or have come into contact with someone with symptoms, please take care and come back at a later date when you are well.

CASHLESS TRANSACTIONS
Credit and debit cards are preferred to reduce contact, but cash is accepted, and may be used if needed.

LIMITED GUESTS IN MUSEUM
The maximum capacity for museum guests in the exhibit areas is currently 60 guests at a time.

HAND SANITIZING STATIONS
Hand sanitizing stations are available at museum entrance and throughout the museum. Please take advantage of the free sanitizing stations.

SANITIZATION AND CLEANLINESS
Common areas, high tough points, and hard surfaces including doors, door handles, and handrails are routinely cleaned and sanitized.

HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT AT THE BESSIE

BESSIE SMITH PERFORMANCE HALL

Square footage: 3105 sq. ft. (45′ x 69′)

THE MUSEUM TERRACE & GROUNDS

This space is perfect for any outdoor event! Space includes a lovely manicured lawn, a terrace perfect for an intimate setting while utilizing the exquisite grounds to compliment an event of 1,000 or more people.

HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT
AT THE BESSIE