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Cornelia Kodkani-Laemmli, Director
Symphony of the Mountains

Cultural Activities

Kingsport offers numerous opportunities for residents and visitors to experience the theatre, orchestra, dance and art - traditional, as well as contemporary and folk.

Organizations Located in Kingsport
Arts Council of Greater Kingsport
Downtown Kingsport Concert Series
Kingsport Theatre Guild
State of Franklin Dance Alliance
Symphony of the Mountains

 

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Barter Theatre Located in nearby Abingdon, Virginia
State Theatre of Virginia
Professional resident theatre
Presents:
    Contemporary Productions
    Classics
    Musicals
    Comedies
Birthplace of Country Music Alliance (BCMA) This museum and gift shop showcases the region's talent in Old-time, Bluegrass, Celtic, Gospel and Country music. Located in Bristol, Virginia the BCMA also hosts a weekly live performance called the "Pickin Porch" held every Thursday evening.
Rocky Mount Rocky Mount is located in Piney Flats, Tennessee and offers visitors a chance to travel to the year 1791. Costumed interpreters portray life on the Appalachian frontier while giving visitors a hands-on history lesson.
Storytelling Museum Just a few minutes' drive from Kingsport in historic Jonesborough, the storytelling center features exhibits, a gift shop and live storytellers during the summer months.