A Chat with Cheekwood Docents
July 24, 2018
We recently sat down with two of our docents, Karen and Shelia, to ask them some questions about their experience as a docent, and what they love most about their involvement with Cheekwood.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
July 9, 2018
Learn how you can implement Cracking Art's environmental messages into your daily life.
July Featured Plant List
July 1, 2018
July is a beautiful month to observe nature! Read our garden team's top plant picks from each of our 11 distinct gardens.
June is Perennial Gardening Month!
June 13, 2018
June is Perennial Month, and we're honoring the loyal and dependable plant. Learn about our top three recommended perennials for your yard.
June Featured Plants
June 2, 2018
June is Perennial Month, and we're celebrating all the beautiful blooms in our gardens as we settle into summertime at Cheekwood.
Cheekwood is a Blue Star Museum
May 20, 2018
Cheekwood announces its participation in the ninth annual Blue Star Museums, a collaboration to offer free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel and their families.
This Place Matters
May 12, 2018
May is National Preservation Month! Learn about all of the historic preservation initiatives in the works at Cheekwood.
May Featured Plants
May 2, 2018
Spring has sprung in Nashville, and it is a gorgeous time of year to get out and enjoy the warmer weather. See our garden team's must-sees in the garden this month.
Frist Learning Center Renovation
April 24, 2018
Renovation of The Frist Learning Center began before the holiday season, and it has been a fascinating journey. Read more about our progress on this exciting project.
Tennessee Dogwood Day
April 17, 2018
The Carrell Dogwood Garden at Cheekwood is the centerpiece of our Nationally Certified Cornus Collection.
April Featured Plants
April 1, 2018
April is a gorgeous time of year to spend in the gardens. Walk the gardens, and see if you can identify this month's featured plants.
The Threat of Emerald Ash Borer
March 21, 2018
Emerald ash borer (EAB), is an exotic beetle that poses a severe threat to native ash trees.
2018 Arts Advocacy Day
February 28, 2018
Arts Advocacy Day in Tennessee is an important opportunity to show your support of the arts and arts education.
250k Tree Day
February 14, 2018
On February 24 2018, we will plant 250,000 native tree seedlings across Tennessee.
2018 Exhibition Schedule
February 6, 2018
Featuring two large-scale outdoor presentations, Cheekwood’s exhibition lineup complements the garden’s seasonal programming and is designed to appeal to guests of all ages.
27th Annual 2018 Middle Tennessee Scholastic Art Competition Winners
January 14, 2018
We are happy to welcome Gina Wouters as our new Vice President of Museum Affairs and Chief Curator.
January Featured Plants
January 7, 2018
It may be January, but there is much to see in the gardens this time of year! Read this month's featured plants.
Cheekwood Names Gina Wouters New VP of Museum Affairs/Chief Curator
January 3, 2018
We are happy to welcome Gina Wouters as our new Vice President of Museum Affairs and Chief Curator.
December Featured Plants
December 7, 2017
The weather may be cooling down, but there are plenty of things to see in our gardens this time of year.
10 Fun Facts About Our Resident Reindeer
December 1, 2017
Our resident reindeer, Jolly and Joy, have made Cheekwood their home for the holidays. Here 10 things you may not have known about the animals.