Women to Watch: Celebrating the Centennial of Women’s Suffrage
February 06, 2021 – May 02, 2021
In light of the 100th anniversary of women’s suffrage in the United States, this exhibition presents works from Cheekwood’s works on paper collection by female artists.
Permanent Collection Galleries
February 26, 2021 – Ongoing
Cheekwood’s permanent collection galleries contain paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from 1875-1940.
Wellness 360
March 03, 2021 – October 27, 2021
The launch of Wellness 360 will bring new menu offerings from Café 29, yoga, outdoor classes led by local instructors, and mindfulness walks on The Carell Trail.
Storytime in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden
March 09, 2021 – Ongoing 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us outside in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden as we read nature and art inspired children’s books each week!
In a New Light: American Impressionism 1870-1940
March 13, 2021 – July 04, 2021
This exhibition provides a thought-provoking historical context for American Impressionism.
Dogs and Dogwoods
April 17, 2021 – April 18, 2021 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Treat your four-legged friend to a stroll through the gardens at the height of spring and take advantage of some gorgeous pet photo opps!
Arbor Day
April 30, 2021 9 AM - 5 PM
Celebrate Arbor Day on April 30 with a nature walk through the Arboretum at Cheekwood!
Art al Fresco
May 01, 2021 – May 30, 2021
Enjoy programs combining art and nature with at least 10 art happenings daily!
Sean Kenney’s Nature POP! Made with LEGO® Bricks
May 01, 2021 – September 05, 2021
From acclaimed artist Sean Kenney and produced by Imagine Exhibitions, this exhibition features over 40 sculptures made from more than 800,000 LEGO® Bricks.
Exploring Nature through Poetry with The Porch
May 01, 2021 1:00 PM — 3:00 PM
The Porch instructor Melissa Jean, PhD, will guide participants in writing poetry while outdoors and engaged with nature!
Member Appreciation Day
May 03, 2021
Come out, bring a picnic, and enjoy 55 acres of breathing room this May!
Thursday Night Out
May 06, 2021 – October 28, 2021 5 PM - 9 PM
Beginning in May, join us on Thursday nights for live music and programming combining art and nature!
Floral Photography: Composition 101 with Tennessee Photographs
May 08, 2021 10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
In this workshop, David Duplessis of Tennessee Photographs will teach you the basic ins-and-outs of composition and flower photography.
MINIMALISM
May 08, 2021 – August 29, 2021
MINIMALISM welcomes visitors to explore how the artists from in 1960s America learned how to paint in the wake of Abstract Expressionism.
Plein Air Painting Demonstrations with The Chestnut Group
May 15, 2021 10:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Join The Chestnut Group for a closer look at the basics of plein air painting!
Pop Art Screen Printing with Hip Hues
May 22, 2021 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM
This screen printing workshop with Hip Hues covers the basics, from learning about the history of screen printing to coating a silkscreen to printing!
Pop Reuse Sculpture with Turnip Green Creative Reuse
May 29, 2021 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Join Turnip Green Creative Reuse to learn about sculpture, pop art, and reuse materials!
En Plein Air
June 04, 2021 – September 05, 2021 9 AM - 5 PM
For the second year, Cheekwood will invite established Nashville painters to use our spring blooms as inspiration in the annual En Plein Air exhibition.
Summer Camp
June 07, 2021 – July 30, 2021
Nashville’s favorite Summer Camp will be back for 2021! Kids ages 5-15 can come explore our gardens, make masterpieces and more.
Annual Bonsai Show
July 17, 2021 – July 18, 2021 10:00 AM - 3 PM
Join us for our Annual Bonsai Show featuring 40 displays with over 50 bonsai trees, bonsai styling demonstrations, and prize raffles.
Member Appreciation Day
July 19, 2021
Come out, bring a picnic, and enjoy 55 acres of breathing room this summer!
Dog Nights of Summer
August 05, 2021 – August 26, 2021 5 PM - 9 PM
We're going to the dogs! Pack up the whole family and join us for dog-friendly nights in the garden Thursday evenings in August.
The Sculpture of William Edmondson: Tombstones, Garden Ornaments, and Stonework
August 12, 2021 – October 31, 2021
The Sculpture of William Edmondson: Tombstones, Garden Ornaments, and Stone Work is the first large-scale museum examination of the artist’s career in over twenty years.
Songwriters Under the Stars
August 27, 2021 – August 28, 2021
Join us for an evening of song and symphony on Cheekwood's gorgeous Swan Lawn featuring the critically acclaimed show Music City Hit-Makers and backed by the Music City Symphony.
Classic Car Show
September 04, 2021
Stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars from the early to mid-twentieth century during our Classic Car Show!
INTERVENTIONS: Beth Katleman
September 18, 2021 – January 02, 2022
Beth Katleman, will install her whimsical and satirical work offering a creative temporary shift in perspective on the museum’s permanent collection.
Cheekwood Harvest
September 18, 2021 – October 31, 2021
We're celebrating all things fall with 6 weeks of harvest activities and entertainment!
Japanese Moon Viewing
September 19, 2021
Join us for our seventh annual celebration of Otsukimi, the Japanese Moon Viewing festival!
Symposium: William Edmondson in Context
September 24, 2021 – September 25, 2021
Cheekwood and the Department of the History of Art and Architecture at Vanderbilt University will hold a two-day scholarly symposium on the work and legacy of William Edmondson.
Member Appreciation Day
September 27, 2021
Come out, bring a picnic, and enjoy 55 acres of breathing room this fall!
Halloween Pooch Parade
October 23, 2021
You're invited to our canine costume paw-ty! Parade around the gardens with your pup during our Halloween Pooch Parade.
El Día de los Muertos
October 30, 2021 – October 31, 2021
Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 22nd Annual El Día de los Muertos festival.
Holiday LIGHTS
November 20, 2021 – January 09, 2022
Delight in the joy of the holiday season during Holiday LIGHTS at Cheekwood. Nashville's favorite tradition returns with Santa's reindeer, trains, and one mile of lights!