Kingsport Cultural Arts

Kingsport Cultural Arts The Office of Cultural Arts

Kingsport Renaissance Arts Center
1200 E. Powell
Beth E.

Center Street
Kingsport, TN 37660

The team:
Hannah M. Lane
Jennifer Phipps
Monica Sears
Jay Church


About the Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts:

The City of Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts, part of the City of Kingsport, connects, coordinates and engages the public with a creative community. It operates a public art program, concert and theatrical events, the Carousel Project and a broad ran

ge of support to the area's arts organizations. They work in tandem with Engage Kingsport, a private 501(c)3 non-profit organization, in order to facilitate their ambitious and broad agenda. In addition to the Carousel Project, Engage Kingsport's goals are to collaborate with a variety of arts organizations as well as non-arts organizations, with the aim of increasing opportunities and outlets for artists of all types. As Kingsport becomes a destination for artists, new markets emerge for the creations of these artists. The City of Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts and Engage Kingsport are committed to turning cultural assets into economic opportunities. Friend us on Facebook: Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts


The Kingsport Renaissance Center is operated by the Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts. The Renaissance Center, formerly the John Sevier School, was renovated in 1991 and now stands as one of Kingsport’s most prominent landmarks. The Renaissance Center houses a fully functional 350-seat theatre, a working art gallery, a three-story atrium and a variety of facilities for rent by the public for special functions. In addition to the Kingsport Senior Center, the Renaissance Center is home to several area arts organizations including Symphony of the Mountains, The Kingsport Art Guild, The Kingsport Theatre Guild, and the Suzuki Talent Education of Appalachia (STEA) as well as the Kingsport Office of Cultural Arts’ main administrative site. The facility has been used for weddings, receptions and parties, baby showers, business meetings, church groups and more. For information on renting a space for a special function or performance call (423) 392-8414 or visit us at 1200 E. Center Street, Room 224 in beautiful Kingsport, Tennessee. Programs:
| Public Art
| Carousel Project
| Concerts (Art Nights City Lights)
| Festivals
| Christmas Connection Arts & Crafts Show
| Renaissance "Arts" Center room rentals

Mark your calendars for This Thursday; the Kingsport Art Crawl is back! Stay tuned for highlights on each location, incl...
06/01/2026

Mark your calendars for This Thursday; the Kingsport Art Crawl is back! Stay tuned for highlights on each location, including a FREE suncatcher with every purchase at Studio 116 🌞

We are joined by a NEW arts business, Reverence Tattoo Studio by Meghan Ortiz which has a micro art gallery; be sure to check it out!

Looking for a creative outlet for your kids this summer? Join us for Creator Camp!Activities will include painting and p...
05/20/2026

Looking for a creative outlet for your kids this summer? Join us for Creator Camp!

Activities will include painting and printmaking, friendship bracelets and shrinky d***s, found object art, clay sculptures, and aluminum jewelry.

Plus, invite your friends and family for an art exhibit on Friday directly after class to showcase all of the amazing creations!

Two sessions are being offered for 2026, June 22-26:

Ages 6-11: 9 am-12 pm (reception June 26th, 12-12:30 pm)
Ages 12-16: 2-5 pm (reception June 26th, 5-5:30 pm)

Register online here:
https://secure.rec1.com/TN/kingsport-tn/catalog/index?filter=c2VhcmNoPWNyZWF0b3IlMjBjYW1wJnJlbnRhbCU1QmZyb20lNUQ9JnJlbnRhbCU1QnRvJTVEPSZkMjBiMjcyYTYwYjIyNWVjYzM0MDdjYjA0YjQ0NjJlMT0yYTY2OTg5ZTMxOGIxYzY0NWFhZDQ1MGIyNDU2MTJlOA

Join us June 22-26 for a week of creative fun!
05/12/2026

Join us June 22-26 for a week of creative fun!

It's time!! Vendor Applications are now OPEN for The Christmas Connection!
05/11/2026

It's time!! Vendor Applications are now OPEN for The Christmas Connection!

Did you know 🤔 Purchasing a specialty Arts license plate supports arts programs in Tennessee!By purchasing an Arts Plate...
05/07/2026

Did you know 🤔 Purchasing a specialty Arts license plate supports arts programs in Tennessee!

By purchasing an Arts Plate, you support arts organizations, schools, and communities across our state including Kingsport Cultural Arts!

Americans for the Arts is asking for your input on arts policy!This 5 question survey covers:→ Federal investment in the...
05/04/2026

Americans for the Arts is asking for your input on arts policy!

This 5 question survey covers:
→ Federal investment in the NEA, NEH, and cultural infrastructure
→ Arts in the economy and creative workforce support
→ Artist income stability
→ Arts education from pre-K through higher ed
→ Arts in health and human services

There’s also space to share your story. Because the data makes the case — but the stories make it matter.

Two minutes. Your perspective.

Take the survey here: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8767922/NationalArtsPolicySurvey

05/01/2026

Have you checked out Impressions Fine Art lately?

Did you know that there are several arts plates which help to fund the Tennessee Arts Commission? For only $35 a year, y...
04/29/2026

Did you know that there are several arts plates which help to fund the Tennessee Arts Commission? For only $35 a year, you can help fund the arts in Tennessee with a specialty license plate!

What does YOUR license plate say about YOU?

Drop by the Kingsport Farmers Market tomorrow, 9 am-12 pm to sew a seam in this community quilt! Children and adults are...
04/24/2026

Drop by the Kingsport Farmers Market tomorrow, 9 am-12 pm to sew a seam in this community quilt! Children and adults are all welcome to participate, learn how to hand sew and help make a quilt to donate to those in need 🪡

We recommend participants are 6+ but will also have quilt coloring sheets for our younger friends!

Location: Kingsport Farmers Market in the party room. Look for these signs!

Address

Kingsport Renaissance Center 1200 E Center Street
Kingsport, TN
37660

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 1pm

Telephone

+14233928414

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