North Brainerd Community Council

11/01/2025

Linda Wynn — the Tennessee Historical Commission’s assistant director for state programs — is a historian’s historian. Not only is her own work impeccable, she’s also responsible for a lot

10/29/2025

10/26/2025

When the discoverer of Ruby Falls, Leo Lambert, emerged from his 17-hour journey inside the dark cave, only his boots and helmet could be saved. Ruby, his wife and the falls' namesake, burned the rest of the clothing he had worn because, legend has it, their stench was overwhelming and beyond redemption.

The boots and helmet are on display at the Mountain Memories Gift Shop on Lookout Mountain, owned by Jeanne Crawford, Leo and Ruby's granddaughter!

Learn more about Ruby Falls history ➡️ rubyfalls.com

10/11/2025

10/09/2025

09/17/2025

Come learn some history and a few things you may never have known!

📣 This Friday, September 19th – Civitan Guest Speaker

We’re excited to welcome Brian Clark Frye, Chattanooga attorney and current President of the John Sevier Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution, as our featured speaker! 🇺🇸

Topic: “How Sons of the American Revolution Help Inspire American Patriotism”

Brian is not only a practicing lawyer in Chattanooga but also a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee (College & Law School). He serves as Program Chairman of the Chattanooga Area Historical Association, which hosts monthly downtown history meetings and publishes a biannual Journal.

Don’t miss this chance to hear a unique perspective on how the legacy of the American Revolution continues to shape and inspire patriotism today!

08/16/2025

08/05/2025

Opening remarks for the grand opening, including those by Rep. John R. Lewis on August 26, 2006.

08/04/2025

📚🎖️ Join us this Friday at Civitan as we welcome special guest speaker John W. Harris, author of BlueGhost Reveille!

Harris brings his gripping historical fiction to life, drawing from his own military background and deep respect for those who served. BlueGhost Reveille weaves a compelling story of duty, brotherhood, and healing—set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and its lasting impact on American lives.

Come hear the inspiration behind the book, the real stories that shaped it, and how the legacy of service continues to echo through generations.

📅 Date: This Friday
🕛 Time: Noon
📍 Location: Chattanooga Masonic Center

Everyone is welcome—don’t miss this opportunity to meet the author and be inspired!