“Responsibility is the price of freedom.” — Elbert Hubbard

FIRST TENNESSEE

Pavilion is home to Chattanooga’s latest work of functional public art. The Horizon Arch was created to solve the problem of “bad sound” within the pavilion. A state-of-the-art “line array” sound system that directs intense lines of quality sound across the interior of the Pavilion is incorporated into the art, said event spokeswoman Robin Derryberry.

“The structure is not only functional but also is vandal proof,” she said.

The art, made of brushed aluminum, was designed by world renowned artist John Henry, who donated to the effort his $330,000 commission, she said. Private and public donors raised an additional $100,000 for the project.

“The Horizon Arch was introduced to the public during the 4 Bridges Arts Festival,” Ms. Derryberry said.

Among those present for the dedication were Keith

Sanford, Rachel Hildebrandt, Ben Crownover, Jeff Styles, Tim Kelly, Missy Crutchfield, Manny Rico, Linda Todd, Gary Chazen, Fletcher Bright and Thorpe McKenzie.

“The Horizon Arch puts Chattanooga on the map for artists at every level to showcase their talents,” project organizer Jeff Styles said in a news release. “As a permanent installation, it will be drawing top-notch talent and will expand the Southside’s possibilities for many years to come.

“We are fortunate to have so many donors who stepped forward to make this project happen” Mr. Styles said. “The future for performing art in Chattanooga is much brighter with the Horizon Arch in place.”