Current Exhibitions

The galleries located on the second floor display a rotating arrangement of works from Cheekwood’s permanent collection. American paintings, sculpture,…

American artist Karen LaMonte is renowned for her ethereal sculptures which explore the interplay of drapery, light, and the absence…

Help us kick off the summer season at the opening of our biggest model trains exhibit yet. Here’s your guide…

Tennessee the Beautiful May 2 | 9:30 AM Tennessee is one of the most biodiverse states in the country. This…

Cheekwood’s summer trains spectacular continues the celebration of America’s 250th birthday with an immersive journey through some of the nation’s…

The Art of the Travel Journal May 2 | 2 PM Create your own handmade journal, then learn simple techniques…

Treat the moms in your life to a day surrounded by flowers. Stroll the Bradford Robertson Color Garden as it…

Mother’s Day Bouquets May 9 | 2 PM Celebrate Mother’s Day and design a fresh spring bouquet. Learn simple floral…

Mother’s Day Bouquets May 9 | 10 AM Celebrate Mother’s Day and design a fresh spring bouquet. Learn simple floral…

Join us for an evening where music meets the beauty of summer. Set among Cheekwood’s gardens in full bloom, Nashville…

Live performance by Timbo and Lonesome Country - Born and raised in Music City, Timbo is a 3rd generation musician…

In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Cheekwood invites the community to gather for a four-day festival celebrating Arts and Music…

Live performance by The Cowpokes - Rooted in the rich traditions of honky-tonk, Western swing, and early country music, the…

Live performance by The Fundamental Sound - The Fundamental Sound is the Brooklyn-based band of Dan Klug who blends soul,…

Cruise into Cheekwood and stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars and vintage motorcycles from the early to mid-20th century during…

Live performance by The WannaBeatles - When it comes to recreating the fun and excitement of the most popular band…

Pollinator Roundtable June 27 | 9:30 AM Join us for a special panel discussion on what works for pollinators in…

Live performance by Charles “Wigg” Walker - Born in Nashville, has enjoyed a nearly 60-year career as a soul and…

Live performance by Paul Childers - With his unique blend of pop, R&B, and soul, Paul Childers finds a way…

Live performance by The Shirt Tuckers - Delivering an exciting blend of rock 'n' roll, swing, and honky-tonk that channels…

Live performance by Big Shoes - A Nashville-based progressive blues/roots supergroup comprised of legendary players that have toured and recorded…

Bulb Planning for Spring July 25 | 9:30 AM Great spring bulb displays are actually planned in the summer! Learn…

Cut Flower Gardening: Sowing for Next Spring July 29 | 6 PM Some of the most beautiful cut flowers need…

Live performance by Cliff Richmond & the CliffNotes - Serving up a unique blend of soulful, swinging, and funky jazz.…

Global flower show sensation Fleurs de Villes returns to Cheekwood to debut Fleurs de Villes THE GILDED AGE, presented in…

Cheekwood is pleased to announce Maura Wright as the 2026 Martin Shallenberger Artist-in-Residence. Based in Kansas City, Missouri, Wright is a ceramic…

Live performance by Justyna Kelley - A multi-talented, Nashville-born singer and songwriter. Her music blends refined pop sensibility with her…

Live performance by Eliza Thorn - With a warm and uninhibited voice, Eliza Thorn is a bright-eyed and emergent force,…

From morning to night, Cheekwood celebrates Black artists and expression in all forms. This celebration highlights the richness of Black…

Live performance by Kyshona - An artist ignited by untold stories, and the capacity of those stories to thread connection…

Summer nights invite lingering and lounging under the stars at Cheekwood, where over two magical evenings, music fills the air.…

Live performance by Satin Dollz - An international vintage-inspired, vocal-and-tap-dance ensemble founded in Hollywood, California in 2005. Inspired by the…

Happy, Healthy Houseplants August 29 | 11 AM Keep the lush look of summer going year-round. Learn how to select,…

Welcome, Cheekwood Members! We love having you here. Make the most of your Membership by joining us for a lively…

Welcome, Cheekwood Members! We love having you here. Make the most of your Membership by joining us for a lively…