a behind-the-scenes sneak peek of the grand hotel before renovations begin.
In this one-time-only evening, you will walk the halls once traveled by Amelia Earhart, Hank Williams, and Duke Ellington. See Oliver Hospitality's plans to restore the Andrew Johnson Hotel to its original glory with a modern twist. Architects from MHM, Inc. will be on hand for the big reveal. Proceeds benefit TAMIS.
VIP EXPERIENCE
Sunset cocktails on the rooftop
Join us on the 17-story high rooftop for the sweeping views of Knoxville, the Smoky Mountains, and the Tennessee SRiver.
Enjoy two complimentary cocktails —"Hank's Last Ride" or the "Midnight Frolic" crafted by PostModern Spirits.
Visit Hank Williams' room (allegedly) where he spent his last night.
Join us in the ballroom for live Django jazz and swing music by the Absinthe Allstars and vintage footage of the era from TAMIS.
SOLD OUT | 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
VIP tickets include access to the Party in the Ballroom as well as a complimentary "Friends for Reels" membership (more below). Only 20 guests are allowed on the rooftop at one time.
PARTY IN THE BALLROOM
Step into the 1930s with music and merriment
Enjoy live Django jazz and swing from the Absinthe Allstars with atmospheric TAMIS footage of the hotel, UT football, and downtown, evocative of the era.
$25 per ticket | Cash Bar | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Party tickets include a complimentary "Friends for Reels" membership.
Your ticket helps preserve our stories.
Proceeds from this event support the Knox County Public Library's Tennessee Archive of Moving Image and Sound (TAMIS). TAMIS is a rare collection of film, video, and audio recordings dating back to 1915 that preserves the stories and culture of our region.
Your ticket helps support our libraries.
With this ticket, you will receive a complimentary membership to the Friends of the Library as a "Friend for Reels." This membership will support the work of TAMIS and receive all other benefits of Friends membership.
