SOLD OUT – Orchid Terrariums Workshop
February 29, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Curb the winter blues by creating your own tropical oasis in a jar using a variety of exotic miniature orchids and mosses.
Opening the Cheekwood Archives
February 29, 2020 11:00 AM
Join Cheekwood for a panel discussion featuring renowned historians and researchers as they share little-known facts about Nashville and its inhabitants during the period.
Orchids in the Mansion
January 31, 2020 – March 01, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Explore how the Cheek family likely brought nature indoors and decorated their home during Orchids in the Mansion.
Nashville Rose Society Public Lecture
March 01, 2020 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Jason Powell will discuss great varieties of antique roses for the garden, how to incorporate them into today’s landscapes as well as maintenance techniques for growing healthy plants.
SOLD OUT – Spring Wreaths Workshop
March 07, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Design your own spring wreath with the help of Cheekwood’s gardeners, Shannon Pruitt and Ginny Steadman.
Introduction to Plein Air Painting Workshop
March 07, 2020 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Interested in painting en plein air but don’t know how to start? The Chestnut Group will guide you through the basics!
Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden Grand Opening
March 07, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for the Grand Opening of the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden on March 7, 2020! Come out for family activities, storytime and music in this grand opening event!
Succulent Centerpieces Workshop
March 14, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join Emily Daniel, owner of Basil & Bergamot, for guided instruction in creating a colorful and textured centerpiece using a variety of succulents and moss.
Paint & Sip: Beer and Botanical Art Workshop
March 14, 2020 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Get in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit with a botanical inspired paint and sip class!
2020 Middle Tennessee Scholastic Art Awards
January 31, 2020 – March 15, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Middle TN Scholastic Art Awards is one of the most prestigious student art competitions in the country. This year, Cheekwood will celebrate its 29th year as a regional affiliate.
Spring Break One-Day Camps
March 16, 2020 – March 20, 2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Treat your child to art and garden adventures during our Spring Break One-Day Camps. Choose from options like nature and clay camps!
Spring Wearables Workshop
March 21, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Jump start prom and wedding season by learning how to create beautiful floral wear for your events!
Ceramics for Beginners: Wheel Throwing and Hand Building Workshop
March 21, 2020 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Get your hands dirty as you dive into the world of clay!
Shōmu-en, Blevins Japanese Garden Grand Reopening
March 28, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us for the Grand Reopening of Shōmu-en, Blevins Japanese Garden on March 28, 2020!
Exploring Ikebana Workshop
March 28, 2020 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging that emphasizes respect and gratitude for nature.
Shibori Indigo Dyeing Workshop
March 28, 2020 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Discover the power of natural indigo dye with Kelly Savoca, owner of Cotton & Moss!
2020 Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence Hiroshi Sato
January 31, 2020 – March 29, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cheekwood welcomes Hiroshi Sato as its 2020 Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence.
Daffodil Show
March 28, 2020 – March 29, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join the Middle Tennessee Daffodil Society for the 60th Annual Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show at Cheekwood March 28-29, 2020.
Native Plant Sale
April 04, 2020 9:00 AM
From spring blooming wildflowers to vines, you are sure to find the perfect plants for your garden!
Drop Everything and Read Day
April 04, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Stroll along a story time trail of authors reading their works in four gardens plus a scavenger hunt, book drive, and family activities!
Cheekwood in Bloom
March 07, 2020 – April 05, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
There’s no place more beautiful than Cheekwood in the spring as more than 150,000 blooming bulbs spill from our gardens creating a color experience you won’t forget.
Mindfulness and Meditation
March 08, 2020 – April 05, 2020 9:30 AM — 10:30 AM
Welcome the beginning of spring with guided meditation classes focused on renewal and growth.
Beginner Yoga
March 08, 2020 – April 05, 2020 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM
Learn the basics of yoga while enjoying the beauty of nature around you!
Intermediate Yoga
March 08, 2020 – April 05, 2020 2:00 PM — 3:00 PM
Develop a deeper mind and body connection as you refine and flow through basic postures.
Spring Art Hop
April 10, 2020 – April 11, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A favorite tradition in Nashville, the 28th Annual Spring Art Hop is packed full of activities and excitement for families and kids of all ages.
Community Flower Show
April 17, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Mark your calendar for the Bi-Annual Community Flower Show sponsored by the Horticultural Society of Middle Tennessee.
Dogs and Dogwoods
April 18, 2020 – April 19, 2020 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Treat your four legged friend to a stroll through the Carell Dogwood Garden during the height of spring and take advantage of some gorgeous pet photo opps, the beer garden, and more!
Ann & Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail Grand Reopening
April 25, 2020 9:00 AM
Join us for the Grand Reopening of Ann & Monroe Carell Jr. Family Sculpture Trail on International Sculpture Day!
Summer Camp
June 01, 2020 – July 31, 2020 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Nashville’s favorite Summer Camp is back! Kids ages 4-15 can come explore our gardens, make masterpieces and more.
Chihuly at Cheekwood
April 25, 2020 – November 01, 2020 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Opening April 25, 2020, Chihuly at Cheekwood will feature artwork in both indoor and outdoor settings, including two new works which are being designed specifically for the exhibition.
Chihuly Nights
April 25, 2020 – November 01, 2020 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
See the stunning works of Dale Chihuly at night during Chihuly Nights!
Tots! Now Tuesday through Saturday
March 07, 2020 – December 31, 2020 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Art and garden adventures abound as toddlers take over Cheekwood!