Gifts of the Garden - Cheekwood
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With her theme, “Gifts of the Garden,” Dowling’s handcrafted holiday décor will celebrate the rich history and natural beauty of Cheekwood. The bright and bold displays are inspired by the 13 distinct gardens at Cheekwood, and are designed to complement the Mansion’s architectural details, while bringing the outdoors in.

Laura Dowling - Drawing - Dining Room
Laura Dowling - Drawing - Drawing Room
Laura Dowling - Drawing - Grand Staircase
Laura Dowling - Drawing - Loggia

About Laura Dowling

From 2009-2015, Dowling served as Chief Floral Designer for the White House. She managed the floral design for thousands of private and official White House parties, receptions, and state dinners as well as large-scale installations for the Fourth of July, Halloween, and the iconic White House Christmas. Dowling is known for her contemporary and romantic style of flower arranging that is rooted in classic French design.

Laura Dowling-stamp portrait

Mansion Tour & Afternoon Tea Packages

December 3 – January 3  |  Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays
Docent-Led Tour of the Mansion | 12:45 PM
Tea service in Café 29 | 2 – 3:30 PM

Members : $50 per attendee + complimentary Garden and Mansion admission
Not-Yet Members : $50 per attendee + Garden and Mansion admission

Treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind experience with a Docent Tour of the Mansion’s period rooms, decorated by Laura Dowling, followed by a holiday-inspired Afternoon Tea service at Café 29. Tableside service for parties of 2 or 4 includes teas steeped in holiday cheer and festive yet traditional sweet and savory bites.


Laura Dowling Gifts of the Garden Chairs
Lisa Manning  |  Vicki McCluggage

Room Patrons
Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee  |  Loggia & Botanic Hall Atrium
Lucie Cammack  |  Dining Room
Katherine Crosthwaite  |  Drawing Room
Sally Hunt  |  Entrance & Foyer
Kat DeLay  |  Library
Barbara Turner  |  Morning Room
Kailey Hand  |  Grand Staircase Landing
Jerry Williams  |  Transverse Hallway
Cathy Jackson  |  Silver Room


Hospitality Sponsor
Hyatt Place

Dining Room table décor provided by

Replacements, Ltd.

Holiday LIGHTS

is presented by
Truist
sponsored by
Amazon
supported by
AWC

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