Tourism grants awarded to 19 municipalities

Tourism Enhancement Grants have been awarded to 19 municipalities across the state by the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development.  

The municipalities are among 30 agencies that will share in the more than $2 million worth of grants aimed at strengthening local tourist assets and driving the state’s continued tourism growth  

Coalmont, Etowah, Kingsport, Louisville, South Pittsburg, and Tracy City each received grants worth $100,000. Byrdstown received $99,750, Charleston $52,500, Chattanooga $90,000, Collinwood $80,000, Crossville $60,000, Dandridge $82,971, Murfreesboro $10,000, Smithville $4,067.43, Smyrna $20,500, Spencer $26,433.75, Sweetwater $88,200, Tiptonville $48,735, and Vonore $14,211. 

The grants help cities and counties enhance experiences, draw more visitors, and increase economic impact. Eligible projects include improvements to stages, signage, historic preservation, ADA accessibility, and other upgrades to local attractions and venues.