Restoring the Reflecting Pool
August 23, 2021
This July, Cheekwood kicked off an exciting undertaking to restore one of the estate’s most beloved original garden features within the seven-acre historic core.
Q&A with Mike McMath
August 20, 2021
Learn more about our 2021 Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence, Mike McMath.
The Sculpture of William Edmondson: Tombstones, Garden Ornaments, and Stonework
August 11, 2021
William Edmondson was the most notable sculptor in Nashville during the 1930s and 40s, and today he remains one of the most important self-taught American artists of the twentieth century.
Volunteer Spotlight: Arkendra Johnson
August 4, 2021
One of Cheekwood’s greatest assets is its outstanding volunteers. Learn about one of our most valuable volunteers, Arkendra, in our volunteer spotlight!
Top Plant Picks August 2021
August 1, 2021
As summer continues, celebrate the season by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for August.
Member Spotlight: Lillian Gilmer
July 26, 2021
In this Member Spotlight, we chat with a long-time Member Lillian Gilmer about some of her favorite experiences visiting Cheekwood over the years.
Wedding Trends for 2021
July 20, 2021
We asked Director of Events, Jenny Morris, to share with us 2021 wedding trends seen at Cheekwood.
Top Plant Picks July 2021
July 5, 2021
Enjoy the summer by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for July.
Volunteer Spotlight: Dobrila and Mirko Pintar
June 21, 2021
One of Cheekwood’s greatest assets is its outstanding volunteers. Learn about two of our most valuable volunteers, Dobrila and Mirko Pintar, in our volunteer spotlight!
Thirsty Third Thursdays Special Summer Cocktail
June 14, 2021
Learn how to make one of our featured cocktails from our first Thirsty Third Thursday on June 17th!
Docent Spotlight: Barbara Martin
June 7, 2021
As important members of our team, docents act as volunteer teachers and tour guides. Learn about one of our most valuable docents, Barbara Martin, in our docent spotlight!
Top Plant Picks June 2021
June 1, 2021
Say hello to summer by taking a stroll through our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for June.
Member Spotlight: Gina Jackson
May 24, 2021
At Cheekwood, our members are at the very heart of what we do. Learn about one of our new members, Gina Jackson, in our member spotlight!
It’s World Turtle Day – Come See the Turtles at Cheekwood
May 19, 2021
Sunday, May 23 is World Turtle Day! Did you know that Cheekwood is home to live turtles in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden?
Cheekwood’s Display Collection
May 13, 2021
Cheekwood's Display Collection represents a wide range of plant forms, including bulbs, rhizomes, ferns, herbaceous perennials, shrubs, and trees.
Top Plant Picks May 2021
May 1, 2021
We're gearing up for summer, and so are our gardens! Cheekwood’s Plant Collections Manager, Shanna Jones, shares her top plant picks for May.
In Celebration of International Sculpture Day…
April 21, 2021
Silent Music II is now back on the Cheekwood grounds, installed near the main entrance of the Ann and Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail.
Volunteer Spotlight: Chuck Smith
April 16, 2021
One of Cheekwood’s greatest assets is its outstanding volunteers. Learn about one of our most valuable volunteers, Chuck Smith, in our volunteer spotlight!
Continuity of Context: Five Artists in Dialogue with Cheekwood’s Collection
December 21, 2018
The themes relevant across art history, are still relevant today. And they will still be relevant tomorrow.
The 4th Annual Japanese Moon Viewing
September 25, 2018
On September 23, Cheekwood hosted the fourth annual Japanese Moon Viewing event - rain or shine!