Chattanooga’s premier visual arts festival returned to the First Tennessee Pavilion April 12 - 14, 2013.  Recognized by the New York Times, the 4 Bridges Arts Festival™ attracts nearly 12,000 attendees every year. Festival attendees consist not only of novice buyers and existing collectors, but also museum and gallery patrons interested in original, affordable, high quality fine art and craft. Approximately 140 artists were selected from across the country to sell paintings, glasswork, jewelry, textiles, furniture, sculpture and more! Artists also competed for $10,000 in merit awards through onsite jurying April 13^th. In addition, the festival featured live music from talented local and regional performers; artisan foods from local restaurants, and a special art creation area for kids.