Mac Avenue Event Space

Conservation and education naturally come together at the Chattanooga Arboretum & Nature Center. Outdoor enthusiasts learn about a fascinating array of indigenous plants, birds, mammals and reptiles. Plus you can explore a Forest Treehouse, and travel in the footsteps of Tennessee’s early Native Americans, pioneer settlers and Civil War soldiers.

Discover the science of learning at the Creative Discovery Museum. It’s considered one of the top children’s museums in the nation. Kids and adults are fascinated by an amazing array of hands-on science, health and art exhibits, plus they enjoy seeing super cool shows about chemistry and physics at the Science Theater.