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Sound Bath Meditation

Tai Chi & Qigong Movement

Join Jo-Jo Jackson for a 60-minute “Nāda Yoga” sound bath meditation. No experience is necessary as this practice is suitable for all. Jo-Jo will guide you through calming breathwork and 5-senses awareness to prepare the body and mind to receive the full benefits of this very special and deeply restorative practice. Rest in the contemplative sounds of tanpura, tongue drum, koshi chimes, singing bowls, ocean drum, gong, and mantra chanting as Jo-Jo skillfully guides you through a journey of sound to invite deep inner listening. This practice will offer you the time and space to release deep layers of stress & tension and cultivate mental clarity while enjoying the beauty of nature. No prior experience is necessary, and all abilities are welcome.

Please dress comfortably for the outdoors and bring your own yoga mats, blankets, pillows and/or meditation cushions for sitting. Class size is limited to 15 participants.

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Tai Chi & Qigong Movement

Join Dr. Cindy Hui-Lio of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at Vanderbilt to experience the flow of gentle Tai Chi, a practice descended from ancient Chinese martial arts. Participants will strengthen their physical and mental connection through effortless and purposeful movements that emphasize body awareness and cultivate energy from deep within. There are benefits for everyone and all are welcome.

Classes will be held on Arboretum Lawn, weather permitting. In the event of inclement weather, this program will be relocated indoors if space is available. Please dress comfortably for the outdoors. Class size is limited to 12 participants.

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Positioning the Body: Explorations in American Figural Studies

Positioning the Body

Explorations in American Figural Studies

This exhibition examines the development of figural studies in America in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when the “rise of athleticism” – which dawned with the first modern Olympics in 1896 – brought about a renewed interest in the physique of both the male and female body. This period was one of many that revived Classical ideals following the synthesis of aesthetic values and anatomical studies by Renaissance art academies, which firmly establishing the tradition of figure drawing as it is known today. Comprised of 17 works on paper, drawings as well as newer media such as photography are represented, and aspects of movement, gender, and history are considered.

Featured Image: Everett Shinn (American, 1876-1953), Girl Sleeping, c. 1905-1920, Conte crayon on paper, Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Benjamin Caldwell, Jr., 1976.4.45.

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Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars at Cheekwood 2022

Cruise into Cheekwood and stroll among impeccably maintained classic cars from the early to mid-twentieth century during this dazzling weekend-long event. Enjoy the sounds of a barbershop quartet, grab a drink from our bar stations and savor tasty fare from local food trucks. Elegant cars from a bygone era shine against the backdrop of Cheekwood’s gardens before the weekend culminates with an 11-mile Tour d’Elegance through the streets of the City of Belle Meade. There is something for everyone, including hands-on activities for the kids, so bring the whole family for the perfect Father’s Day Weekend at Cheekwood.

Learn More About the Cars on Display in 2022

2022 Tour d’Elegance

Recap 2022 Exposition of Elegance

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Arbor Day 2024

There’s no better place than an accredited arboretum to spend a day appreciating trees. The first 500 visitors to Cheekwood will be able to take home their own sapling. Join us as featured artist, Charles Brindley, returns to host discussions and spark your creativity in a hands-on workshop illustrating trees. Learn how trees have provided inspiration for centuries, including the Japanese practice of Forest Bathing. Sarah Champion, certified Forest Bathing guide, will explain the process and what the benefits are.

Try your hand at sketching a tree, play tree trivia, and explore tree-inspired books. Join the community tree-planting ceremony and get all your tree-planting questions answered by Cheekwood experts. Free with Membership.

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Schedule of Events

9 AM | Arboretum Lawn
Free tree saplings for the first 500 people.

9 AM – 3 PM | Cheekwood Resource Table | Arboretum Lawn
Branch out and expand your knowledge! Cheekwood offers numerous resources for both in-person and online learning. Visit the resource table to get a sneak peek of The Cheekwood Gardening School summer class lineup and discover hidden gems on the Cheekwood website.

9:30 AM – 3 PM | Food Vendors | Lot B
Enjoy an array of food truck vendors crafted from nature’s finest ingredients. Experience refreshing fruit-infused flavors along with your hearty, savory favorites!

10 AM | Bradford Robertson Color Garden Entrance
Arboretum Tour with Vice President of Garden & Facilities, Peter Grimaldi.

10 AM – 12 PM | Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden
TOTS! Tree Craft & Storytime

10 AM – 3 PM | Reading Table | Arboretum Lawn
Explore a captivating selection of tree-inspired books for readers of all ages.

10 AM – 3 PM | Tree Trivia | Arboretum Lawn
Expand your knowledge with trivia about trees at Cheekwood and learn how to identify different tree types based on their leaves and where to discover them in the garden.

11 AM – 12 PM | Charles Brindley: Creative Process and a Celebration of Arbor Day | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall
Noted Nashville-based artist Charles Brindley will discuss creativity in everyday life and art. In celebration of Arbor Day, the artist will provide a special discussion on trees and the unique woodland pasture landscape of the Nashville Basin and Kentucky Bluegrass.

11 AM | Forest Bathing | Frist Learning Center Events Lawn
Learn about the Japanese practice of Forest Bathing, or Shinrin-yoku. Hear from Sarah Champion, certified Forest Bathing guide, as she breaks down how the process works and what the benefits are.

1 PM | Charles Brindley: The Old Tree Drawing | Massey Auditorium in Botanic Hall
Charles Brindley will illustrate many aspects of drawing and painting trees. The discussion portion of this workshop will be followed by time spent drawing in the surrounding Cheekwood landscape.

All skill levels are welcome to attend. Participants should bring drawing materials and a limited amount will be available for use.

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2 PM | Bradford Robertson Color Garden Entrance
Arboretum Tour with Vice President of Garden & Facilities, Peter Grimaldi.

Food Vendors
Essie & Olive
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Taste of Aloha
Roadhouse Grille

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Dogs & Dogwoods 2023

Celebrate the blooming of Cheekwood’s nationally certified dogwood collection with your best four-legged friend! Cheekwood’s spring dog-friendly weekend will feature food trucks, local vendors, special performances, and more.⁠

Please keep all pet friends on leash at Cheekwood and do not bring them into any of the buildings.

We will have water refill and doggie bag stations on the property. Please BYOBowl to fill and refill with water for your dog. If you don’t have a collapsible bowl and want something that’s easy to carry around, try making one out of materials you could already have at home. Like this one from a dog food bag or this one from a cereal box and bag.

For more information on why we no longer provide communal bowls, check out this article from the AKC and this article from Preventative Vet.

Schedule of Events

Saturday

10 AM – 12 PM | Children’s Garden | TOTS! activities

12 – 3 PM | Beer Garden | Cristina Vane

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B | Food Trucks

Music City Fish & Chicken
Bag Lady’s
Gypsy Crepe
Tennessee Tater Cakes
King of Pops
Bradley’s Creamery
Hoss’ Loaded Burgers

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Lot B | Dog Vendors

Old Friends Senior Dog Sanctuary
Metro Animal Care & Control
Weenie Wraps
Wendy Jo Photo
Dog Bandana Co.
Doggie Doodles by Dina
Pet Musings
Proverbs 12:10
SOAR Rescue
The Village Unleashed
Movement Lounge
Spotted Dog Bakery

Sunday

12 – 3 PM | Beer Garden | Les Sabler Quartet

9 AM – 4 PM | Café 29

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Beer Garden & Lot B | Food Trucks

Moosic City
Yayo’s OMG
Daddy’s Dogs
Livvi’s Lunchbox
Cousins Maine Lobster
Simeon Chicken Enchiladas
The Rolling Recipe

9 AM – 4:30 PM | Lot B| Dog Vendors

Weenie Wraps
Wendy Jo Photo
Dog Bandana Co.
Doggie Doodles by Dina
Pet Musings
Proverbs 12:10
SOAR Rescue
The Village Unleashed
Movement Lounge

Get Tickets

	Gardens Only	Gardens + Mansion
Adults	$24	$29
Youth (3-17)	$17	$22
Ages 2 & Under	FREE	FREE
Members Adult	$14	$16
Members Youth	$12	$14

$2 service fee on each ticket; $5 parking fee for Non-Members

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Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show

The Middle Tennessee Daffodil Society (MTDS) will host the annual Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show, approved by the American Daffodil Society. The show is open to the public Saturday, March 25 from 1-4 PM and Sunday, March 26 from 9 AM – 3 PM in Massey Auditorium of Botanic Hall. The show features divisions for horticulture, photography and floral design, as well as children’s activities!

Middle Tennessee Daffodil Show

Saturday, March 25 | 1-4 PM
Sunday, March 26 | 9 AM – 3 PM

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