Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show ‘innovative new ideas’ run Friday through the weekend

For more than 40 years, Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show has showcased the evolution of trends in home improvement, including landscape design and décor.

The 2019 Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show is under way in Knoxville Convention Center, and runs through 7 p.m., tonight, Friday, Feb. 1, then continues this weekend: from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 2, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 3.

Hundreds of exhibitors will offer innovative new ideas for your home and garden at the show. Local landscape design firms will create seven “Grand Gardens.”

They include the following Farragut businesses: Edward Jones; His Security; Master Remodelers, RSS Inc., dba Amish Excellence; Bath Filter; David’s Abbey Carpet; Patterson’s Home Appliance; ORNL Federal Credit Union; Fresh Coat Knoxville; Sleep Number; America's Best Choice Windows and More of Knoxville; American Home; CertaPro Painters of East TN; First Choice Lending Services; Modern Supply; Pella; and Stanley Steemer.

The Art Market will feature unique art made by regional artists. On the How-To Stage presented by Discovery, experts from HGTV and DIY Network will share their favorite tips for home improvement, interior design and gardening.

Finally, check out the “She Shed, He Shed” area sponsored by Tuff Sheds to get ideas and tips on how to decorate your own backyard getaway.

On the Dine & Design Stage, local chefs will prepare meals complete with presentation tips to make your food look as good as it tastes.

See what’s blooming at the Herb and Flower Market and bring the kids to the Children’s Creation Station, which will feature fun crafts and entertainment just for them — you'll even spot some favorite children's TV characters on the show floor.

The 2019 Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show is presented by ORNL Federal Credit Union. This event is the largest fundraiser for Dogwood Arts and helps keep 99 percent of Dogwood Arts events free to all each year.

Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for seniors 65-and-over and military veterans and free for children 12 and under. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online at dogwoodarts.com in advance. Purchase your tickets at any ORNL Federal Credit Union location and receive a $1 discount. For more information, call 865-637-4561 or visit www.dogwoodarts.com.