The Songbirds Foundation shares the transformative experience of music in eastern Tennessee by delivering educational programming, preserving music history, hosting enriching events, and providing concrete resources to emerging artists.
Rated the #7 children’s museum in the US by Trekaroo! Fun, hands-on learning exhibits for children of all ages.
Creating meaningful connections between people and animals through education, conservation and engagement.
The Chattanooga Public Library serves City of Chattanooga residents through its main library in downtown Chattanooga and through four branches. Our mission is to be the community’s catalyst for lifelong learning. Neighborhood library locations include the Northgate, Eastgate, South Chattanooga and Avondale branches.
Southside Social is a family-friendly boutique bowling alley with 10 lanes of bowling in addition to 4 bars. Southside Social offers an exclusive atmosphere which creates an exuberant experience.
The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera was the first combined professional resident symphony and opera company in the nation, merging in 1985. Kayoko Dan, Music Director and Conductor, leads the company’s artistic vision and is in her third season with the CSO.
This book, music, and art store can be found right beside Coolidge Park on the Northshore.
The Sculpture Fields are 33 acre public park populated with sculptures from all over the world. Located on Chattanooga’s Southside, it is also the largest sculpture park in the Southeast and beckons visitors from near and far.
Founded in 1923, the Chattanooga Theatre Centre offers high-quality, live stage productions year round on two stages from their beautiful facility on the Tennessee River.
River City Pottery is a paint your own Pottery Studio. They have been in business for over 10 years.
At the Pottery Place, you get to pick your pottery, paint it, and pick it up once it’s been fired. They host parties for children and adults as well.
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga has a wonderful fine arts program and center that is open to the public. You can view visual arts, hear music, or watch plays at the center.
Chattanooga’s “Jewel of the South” is the perfect place to watch a live performance, concert, or movie. This beautiful theatre is sure to make the whole family happy.
Bluff View Art District is Chattanooga’s premiere spot for all things art! It stretches over 1.5 blocks high above the Tennessee River. It’s dedicated to visual, horticultural, and culinary arts.
The Hunter Art Museum is the perfect place to enjoy fine art in Chattanooga. With permanent and traveling exhibitions, there’s always something new to explore.
State of Confusion serves up a fusion of made-from-scratch food, like ceviche, wood-fired meats, and seafood boils, in addition to ice-cold beer and craft cocktails.
If you’re craving a burger, Urban Stack is the place to go!
Venya Portrait is owned and operated by one of our Chattanooga Moms contributors. Jessica specializes in portrait photography.
Southside Social is a family-friendly boutique bowling alley with 10 lanes of bowling in addition to 4 bars. Southside Social offers an exclusive atmosphere which creates an exuberant experience.
CHATTANOOGA’S PREMIER YOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM!
Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.
The unbelievable taste of Champy’s is the result of 40 years of family secrets and Mississippi Delta magic. We fry every tender, breast, thigh, wing, and leg right when it’s ordered so every bite is hot, fresh, and filled with unbelievable flavor. That same love and craft goes into the legendary side items and desserts that we make by hand every single day. Throw in a fun, family atmosphere, a round of your favorite beverages, and you’ve got everything you need for a meal to remember.
The Chattanooga Public Library serves City of Chattanooga residents through its main library in downtown Chattanooga and through four branches. Our mission is to be the community’s catalyst for lifelong learning. Neighborhood library locations include the Northgate, Eastgate, South Chattanooga and Avondale branches.
Siskin Children’s Institute works to improve the quality of life for children with special needs and their families. Siskin Children’s Institute has operated the Siskin Early Learning Center for more than 70 years. The center educates children with special needs and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and autism spectrum disorders, as well as typically developing children in an inclusive environment where children learn and play together.
The UTC Children’s Center is an early childhood program operated by the School of Education, College of Health, Education and Professional Studies. The center serves children from six weeks of age through prekindergarten at two local sites: Brown Academy on the UTC campus and Battle Academy downtown. The Tennessee Department of Human Services licenses the center. The prekindergarten program is approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Priority for enrollment is given to children of UTC faculty, staff and students.
Did you know that Chattanooga Moms organizes mom groups in our area? If you’re looking to schedule some play dates close to home, look no further! Here’s a lineup of our current mom groups.
East Brainerd/Brainerd/East Ridge
North Georgia/Lookout Mountain
FIT4MOM Chattanooga makes exercising easy for busy moms! You can bring your little one in tow and incorporate them into your workout! With many locations to serve you, you’re sure to find a class in your community.
Specializing in pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, family practice, and internal medicine, Beacon Health Alliance can care for your entire family.
Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Chattanooga have several locations all over the tri-state area to meet your children’s dental needs.
Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics of Chattanooga have several locations all over the tri-state area to meet your children’s dental needs.
Webb Family Orthodonitist has three locations in Chattanooga. They treat children and adults.
Kelley Hoagland Photography is based on Lookout Mountain, and serves the Chattanooga area as a wedding and family photographer.
Hilary Moore is a Chattanooga based photographer who specializes in weddings and elopements.
Urso Photography specializes in newborn and family photography in the North Georgia and Chattanooga area.
Kori Elizabeth Photography is based in North Georgia and specializes in wedding and family photography.