Chattanooga has a long history of embracing the arts, and thanks to being home to generations of avid art collectors, the Hunter Museum houses an incredible collection, especially for a city of it's size. Not up for a visit? Take a look at Alexander Calder's Pregnant Whale (as Grace often did before Saturday morning art classes), grab a coffee at Rembrandt's Coffee Shop and stroll along the Riverwalk.
In the early 90s, Chattanooga renovated an old, dilapidated bridge into the pedestrian bridge it is today. (The Van Cleaves and just about every other family in Chattanooga were there for the grand opening.) Get some steps in while enjoying gorgeous views of the city and the Tennessee River. Wander around the shops on Frazier Avenue (home to the now defunct Monkey Business where Grace had her first job selling dirty greeting cards, silver jewelry, and inflatable furniture) and check out Coolidge Park.
Chattanooga is quite the visit for Civil War buffs. (Growing up, everyone's Dad had the Ken Burns Civil War coffee table book.) Experience Grace and her sister Katie's childhood of historical field trips with their Dad. If staying on Lookout, venture over to Point Park and learn about the Battle Above the Clouds, hike over to Sunset Rock (just a few doors down from Grace's childhood home on West Brow Road), or take extra time to visit Chickamauga. Fact: It's never too late for a thank you note. Point Park is home to the New York Peace Memorial, which was erected by the state of New York as a tribute to peace and reconciliation between Union and Confederate veterans after the war. Grace's father, John, once wrote a letter to New York Governor Mario Cuomo on his Apple II to thank the good people of New York and how much he enjoys it on his morning walk.