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🚀 Muse on the move
This colorful climbing structure will welcome guests to the museum. | Design provided by Luci Creative + Muse Knoxville
A long-awaited transformation at Muse Knoxville is beginning to take shape, offering Knoxvillians an early look at what the museum will become by 2028.
The children’s science museum is set to expand into the historic Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park, thanks to a landmark lease agreement with the City of Knoxville and a $25 million gift from the Clayton Family Foundation.
Shaped by student and community feedback, new designs from Luci Creative provide a glimpse at what visitors can expect. In recent months, Muse’s leadership team has also partnered with community and business leaders to help bring the exhibit concepts to life.
Guests will learn about Tennessee waterways + energy in this future exhibit. | Design provided by Luci Creative + Muse Knoxville
The concept design exhibit zones include:
An energy and Tennessee waterways space, featuring an interactive water table
A transportation, sky, and space zone with a rocket, train, and hands-on control room
A reimagined entry area featuring a Knoxville Innovation climber for active play
$44 million. That’s what Apex Bank paid to purchase the Riverview Tower (aka the Truist building) from Hertz Investment Group. The green glass office building in downtown Knoxville will soon house some Apex Bank employees, while existing tenants will remain in place. (WVLT)
Civic
The City of Knoxville released a draft of its Annual Action Plan, focused on affordable housing and support for unhoused residents and other community groups. Residents are encouraged to review the plan and share feedback by Sunday, April 26.
Coming Soon
Berry exciting news: Berry Social, a new acai bowl restaurant, will open near Covenant Health Park this summer. It’ll be located in the Delaney Building on Stadium Way. (WATE)
Kids
Hot dog — the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is in town. Tomorrow, the 27-ft vehicle will be parked on Wall Avenue during Chalk Walk, then it’ll cruise over to World’s Fair Park Drive for the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon on Sunday. (WATE)
Cause
CareCuts, a nonprofit serving unhoused and underserved communities, is set to move into a new location on Clinton Highway on Tuesday, April 21. The local organization is also celebrating its 10-year anniversary this month. (WBIR)
Try This
Keep Knoxville Beautiful is counting down to Earth Day with a special challenge for locals dubbed 22 Days of Service. Today’s task is to visit a local park or community garden.
Event
Zoo Knoxville will shift into high gear this weekend for Wild Wheels, happening Saturday, April 11 + Sunday, April 12. Included with admission, the event will feature a variety of cool vehicles to check out as you explore the animal exhibits.
Pro Tip
Never hit the hiking trail without the essentials. This functional waist pack features a built-in bottle holder, large main compartment, and multiple zipper pockets to keep water, snacks, and safety gear organized and within reach. Bonus: it’s under $25.*
Learn
When money gets tight and prices keep climbing, cutting back can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to do everything at once. Start with this list of money-saving strategies and pick one or two to begin. Even small changes can make a meaningful difference.*
Event Spotlight
Fill your calendar with easy, breezy nights downtown. | Photo courtesy of the City of Knoxville
Concerts on the Square released the lineup for its 2026 season, with the first performance slated for Tuesday, May 5.
Catch local jazz musicians on Tuesday nights from May through July, plus a genre-spanning mix of acts on third Thursdays from May through September.
Bonus: Mark your calendar for a special Square on the Square event on Thursday, Sept. 17, when Market Square will turn into an open-air dance floor for a night of square dancing under the stars.
Parking is free at several downtown garages after 6 p.m., and locals are invited to bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy the shows. Pro tip: You can also sit on a patio at a nearby restaurant to soak up the sounds while sipping cocktails.
The Buy
Self-care isn’t all spa days and forest bathing — although we do love a nice hot stone massage. More often than not, it’s the simple things like prioritizing rest, practicing good hygiene, and practicing mindfulness. Elevate your self-care rituals with these five products:
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🛏️ Look forward to snuggling into bed every night thanks to these luxury bamboo sheets with cooling properties.
🫖 Pair your new sheets with this herbalist-formulated chamomile tea to help wind down before bed.
🚿 Turn your shower into an aromatherapy escape with this top-rated pack of shower steamers.
🧦 When you’re craving comfort + relaxation, don this heated blanket hoodie.
This Sunday’s assignment in the Keep Knoxville Beautiful challenge is to take a photo of something in nature, so here’s a little inspiration from a walk at Ijams Nature Center. Maybe you can replicate it after taking this self-care Sunday yoga class.
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