Symphony Orchestra Association of Kingsport (SOAK) was founded.
Kingsport Theatre Guild was organized
Kingsport Art Guild came into being.
Ridgefields Golf Course (Donald Ross Design) Created
Women's Symphony committee was founded to advance interests of SOAK
Kingsport Symphony Chorus was organize
The Junior League of Kingsport was chartered
National Endowment for the Arts signed into law
Fine Arts Center was established as a result of the efforts of the Junior League of Kingsport and was home base for three organizations - the Symphony, Art Guild, and Theatre Guild.
First Funfest!
City established the Arts Enrichment Fund at the level of $100,000, which the Arts Council has administered with the Department of Parks and Recreation.