Thu, Aug 20
|Bessie Smith Cultural Center
After The Bell: Teacher Night at the Bessie
Join fellow educators for an evening of wine and hors d’oeuvres. explore the museum After Hours and discover classroom resources.
Time & Location
Aug 20, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E M L King Blvd, Chattanooga, TN 37403, USA
About the event
As the school year begins, educators deserve a moment to pause, connect, and be celebrated. After the Bell: A Teacher Night at the Bessie is an exclusive evening designed to welcome teachers, administrators, school counselors, librarians, and educational professionals into a space of culture, inspiration, and community.
The event will showcase the Bessie Smith Cultural Center as more than a museum, it is a classroom beyond the classroom, offering immersive experiences, educational partnerships, and resources that enrich student learning throughout the year.
Join fellow educators for an evening dedicated to you. Enjoy wine and hors d'oeuvres, connect with colleagues, explore the museum after hours, discover classroom resources, and celebrate the start of a new school year in one of Chattanooga’s most inspiring cultural spaces.
Why It Matters
Teachers shape futures every day. After the Bell is the Bessie Smith Cultural Center’s way of saying thank you while building lasting partnerships that bring history, culture, and meaningful learning experiences into classrooms across the community.
Suggested Dress Code
Business Casual or “Classroom Chic.”
Guests are encouraged to come straight from school or dress for a relaxed evening of networking and celebration.