Story and Photography by Darby Arnold
YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley marked the 100th anniversary of its historic downtown building, the YWCA Nancy J. Land Center, with a celebration honoring a century of service to women in East Tennessee. The event reflected on the building’s legacy while also celebrating the organization’s successful $11.5 million renovation campaign, made possible through strong community support. Guests recognized the lasting impact of the YWCA’s programs and advocacy, and the role the renewed space will play in continuing that mission. While honoring the past, the celebration reinforced a forward-looking commitment to providing vital services and building hope for generations to come.