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| First Presbyterian Church Cemetery, State Street, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
Downtown Knoxville did not return to normal today, but it managed a closer approximation. The roads were much more navigable as the ice and snow succumbed to the ice, wind and warmth of the tires passing over the surface. More people stirred as temperatures rose into the thirties, though walking in the street ironically seemed safer than walking on most of the sidewalks.
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| A Row in the Snow, Church Street, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
As promised, I'm posting additional pictures from Monday. I followed the edges of downtown, hopefully spotting some scenes I've not photographed as much in the past along with some I just can't help but photograph over and over.
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| Whittle Building, Cumberland Avenue, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Whittle Courtyard, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Saint John's Episcopal, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
I walked up State Street as I left the Old City, crossed Gay and walked to Cumberland. The Whittle Building, which may be the best thing that Chris Whittle ever accomplished in my opinion, was beautiful in the snow as it is in every weather. Ironically, though it was locked tight and a guard was posted, the brick had been cleaned as if anyone would be allowed to walk there. He wasn't happy that I took this picture through the gate. I've always thought it seemed wrong that this is locked up when the building isn't open. It seems it should be a truly public place, but it's not. Security, I suppose. I don't think I looked that threatening.
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| Empty Henley Street Bridge, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Church Street United Methodist Church, Henley Street, January 10, 2011 |
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| Entrance to Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Maplehurst Inn, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
I crossed Henley Street (with my eyes closed - it's that easy!) and entered Maplehurst.
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| Headless, Frozen Man on porch in Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Home in Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Home in Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Home in Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Apartments in Maplehurst, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
This is a hidden neighborhood behind Church Street United Methodist and on the bluff over the river. Nestled against a green way to the west, it is easy to overlook. Some of the homes are both unique and beautiful. It's worth a stroll if you are ever in the area.
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| Looking north down the tracks into the World's Fair Park, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| Frozen pool, Ampitheater and Sunsphere, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
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| North end of the World's Fair Park, Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
Finally, I ended my walk with a trip through the World's Fair Park, before walking back into downtown. We have so many beautiful buildings and views. And snow, well, snow just makes everything a little prettier, don't you think?
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| The way home, Clinch into downtown Knoxville, January 10, 2011 |
Labels: Church Street UMC, Downtown Knoxville, First Presbyterian, Henley Street Bridge, Mapelhurst, Rowing Man, Snow, St. John's Episcopal, Whittle Building, World's Fair Park
5 Comments:
I must say I look forward to checking my e-mail and seeing a new blog post from you! It definitely keeps me up to date on the happenings downtown since I live out of state, however it also brings along a little bit of homesickness. The row in the snow pic makes quite an interesting photo....love it. Thank you Urban Guy!
I must say it warms my heart (and any part of me could use a warming with this weather) to know that you check your e-mail looking for mine. Thank you for being a reader. For the rest of you guys, the box for e-mail notifications is to the right. :-)
Why are your pictures dated "2010" and not "2011"?
Because I do so many blogs so fast that I goof? Because I'm so old I'm forgetful? Because the new year wasn't very old and I was used to writing 2010? All of the above? Probably. Thanks for catching it. I'll look for a chance to fix it.
Thanks for all the great photos, especially of Maplehurst Park. My son just moved there, so it was wonderful to see the pictures and how they've spruced up the homes. I'll be checking your blog often!
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