Get In on the Action in
Downtown Chattanooga
River City Company works every day to foster a vibrant and thriving downtown that is the economic, social, and cultural center of Chattanooga.
Downtown Chattanooga
Where else but Downtown could be both your favorite place to do business and to get down to the business of having fun? Come Downtown to find out why it was voted Best Outdoor City (twice!) and Best Place to Work Remotely. Our common ground and gathering place, it’s the one area that truly belongs to all. Simply, Downtown is where Chattanooga… happens.
Our Impact
By working with local government, the private sector and the philanthropic sector, River City Company supported and developed specific projects in Downtown Chattanooga. From the fulfillment of the initial recommendations of the Moccasin Bend Task Force for the development of the Tennessee Riverwalk, to the development of the Tennessee Aquarium, the redevelopment of the Kirkman High School site, fulfillment of the 21st Century Waterfront Plan, the Majestic Theater, The Block and Miller Park, River City Company has been most successful as a public purpose development company. River City Company also plays a major role in the future planning of Downtown Chattanooga along with strategic animation and programming of Downtown spaces.
4
Billion Dollars Invested
By leveraging partnerships, over 4 Billion dollars
has been invested since 1986 to create a thriving Downtown Chattanooga.
37
Years Serving communities
By working with local government, the private sector and the philanthropic sector, River City Company supported and developed specific projects in Downtown Chattanooga.
100,000+
Programs & PRoject Participants
By providing a wide array of annual events and programs, River City Company annually engages thousands of residents in our Downtown.
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Cities have the capability of providing something for everybody, only because and only when they are created by everybody.
Jane Jacobs / Center for the Living City
Our Programs
Our Programs are at the heart of it all. We develop, create and implement the best of the best into Downtown Chattanooga to create something like this.
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Photo Credit: Embassy Suites
Evolving Our Riverfront Parks
Governor Bill Lee along with Senator Bo Watson joined local leadership in celebration of the incredible contribution to the “Evolving Our Riverfront Parks” where the waterfront will be transformed into a place for all to play 365 days a year.
Photo Credit: Chattanooga Tourism Company
Future of Hawk Hill
With the relocation of the Chattanooga Lookouts from AT&T Field to their new home in the Foundries District, Hawk Hill will become available for redevelopment. The 14 acres presents a unique opportunity to create a new neighborhood in the heart of downtown.
Events in Downtown
Downtown Chattanooga is filled with a wide variety of events - there is truly something for everyone! View our calendar for River City Company events or the Visit Chattanooga page for more featured festivals, celebrations and opportunities to explore downtown.
Get Involved
Many hands make light work - and there is a lot of work to be done. Downtown Chattanooga is a place for all and River City Company strives to include the ideas and talents from all areas of our City. Volunteers support events and programs along with providing guidance through committee service.
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