Sans 2 Treasures Mercantile

The Clarence Brown Theatre has a reputation for consistently presenting stellar productions and entertainment that showcase the talents of the students at the University of Tennessee. The group is always on the lookout for talent that will help with their latest endeavors both on stage and off; auditions are regularly held and are open to students and locals as well. Some of their recent productions include Moonlight and Magnolias, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play and Tartuffe, just to name a few. Theater-goers in Knoxville know that they can always count on seeing a great show when they take their seats at the Clarence Brown Theatre.

A truly compelling cross-section of history is collected at the Frank H. McClung Museum. You'll want to set aside a whole afternoon to take in the various exhibits that range from extensive collections in archeology, natural history, anthropology, medicine, art, and local history. See special presentations and pieces that focus on the area's prehistoric times all the way to the present. The incredibly well-thought out exhibits and pieces make this far-reaching history lesson one that you will never forget.

The Dogwood Arts Festival is highly recognized as the best 17 days in April. Spring into spring with special events all over Knox County that include art shows, craft fairs, lots of great food and live music, too! Also, the event features more than 60 miles of landscaping and garden trails.

The kids will love learning about flowers, plants and all the other natural wonders that inhabit the Knoxville Botanical Gardens and Arboretum. This 44-acre garden features an historic landscape that is adorned with foliage and plants that are not only indigenous to the area, but also combine to create a natural oasis that is as relaxing as it is beautiful. There is also a plant nursery on site that houses even more picturesque greenery.