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Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville

2023 Entry Garden and Show Floor (Credit Peyton Hoge)

The Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville, one of the largest antiques and horticultural events of its kind in the country, returns to the Music City Center Jan. 12-14, 2024 with an impressive showcase of antiques from more than 150 dealers, world-class landscaped gardens, special events and more. Now in its 34th year, the Show draws more than 16,000 attendees and has become a Southern tradition for collectors, gardeners and anyone who enjoys beautiful things, as well as an internationally reaching event for its esteemed lecture series, which brings the top names in design, entertaining and horticulture from around the world to Music City. Show proceeds benefit Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, a historic estate serving Nashville as a public botanical garden, arboretum and art museum, and ECON Charities, the charitable arm of the Economic Club of Nashville that works with nonprofit partners like The Family Center to help build resilient families and communities by eliminating barriers to enriching cultural experiences through ECON’s homegrown initiative, Light a Spark.

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Lecture and Book Signing: Designing Christmas

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Throughout the past year, Laura has been working behind-the-scenes in collaboration with Cheekwood staff to create the 2024 holiday mansion decor, featuring her signature lush and lively style. With an overarching theme of “Gifts of the Garden,” Laura designed room-by-room displays that complement the mansion’s architectural and decorative features. In this special lecture focused on both her design inspiration and favorite tips and techniques, Laura will share insights on her creative process, including how she conceptualized the special colors, projects and designs featured at Cheekwood this year. She’ll also describe lessons gleaned from her White House years and how she uses a few key elements to create inspiring, flexible (and achievable) holiday decor at home.

In addition to previewing the décor at the Mansion, Laura will debut her new book on Christmas decorating, Designing Christmas. The book contains practical tips and step-by-step instructions to inspire readers to incorporate holiday décor in their homes using Laura’s 10 favorite design elements and 10 different design schemes ranging from classic and sophisticated to whimsical and charming. A limited number of preview copies of Designing Christmas will be available exclusively for purchase at Cheekwood’s gift shops and at Laura’s lectures and workshops.

Designing Christmas in the White House Style & Holiday Tea Package

December 6

Celebrate the holiday season with a lineup of festive activities. Begin your day by viewing a special installation of holiday décor by former White House Florist Laura Dowling, and then attend a lecture where Dowling personally discusses her craft and gives tips on how to recreate stunning displays like the ones she created for Cheekwood. After the lecture, relax with holiday tea at Café 29.

This all-inclusive package includes:

  • Admission for 2 guests or 4 guests to the Gardens and the Mansion
  • Access for 2 guests or 4 guests to Laura Dowling’s Lecture: Designing Christmas in the White House Style at 1 PM
  • A table for 2 guests or 4 guests to Holiday Tea at Cafe 29 at 2 PM
  • Members receive their complimentary admission and their $20 discount on the lecture.

Please note: Guests should view the Laura Dowling: Gifts of the Garden Mansion decor installation prior to the lecture. Tea service will be post-lecture. Cheekwood closes at 3:30 PM.

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Holiday LIGHTS Member Pre-Sale

Nashville’s classic holiday tradition is back, and members can reserve tickets now, before they go on sale to the public.

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Gifts of the Garden

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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.

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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.

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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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El Día de los Muertos

Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 27th annual El Día de los Muertos festival

including traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of their Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace.

*Due to limited parking and timed tickets, school groups coming on buses will not be allowed.

Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville during the 26th annual El Día de los Muertos festival.

The vibrant two-day event is the largest Day of the Dead festival in the region, where you can experience:

  • Day of the Dead murals created by area middle and high school students
  • Beautiful ofrendas, memorial altars honoring those who’ve passed
  • Latin and Aztec dance performances
  • Traditional musical performances
  • Authentic cuisine and handmade goods
  • Hands-on activities for kids of all ages

*Due to limited parking and timed tickets, school groups coming on buses will not be allowed.

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Schedule of Events

Art & Activities

Saturday & Sunday | 9 AM – 5 PM

Frist Learning Center Great Hall

Marigold Flower Crown
Flowers, which symbolize the brevity of life, are an essential element of Day of the Dead celebrations, but none more than the marigold. Create your own paper marigolds and affix them on a headband to wear throughout the day.

Monarch Butterflies
Monarchs represent the souls of ancestors returning to visit for El Día de Muertos, particularly as the monarch migration in Mexico typically lines up with celebrations of the holiday. Create your own monarch to welcome a returning loved one.

Papel Picado Coloring Sheet
Papel picado is often used to decorate streets, homes, and ofrendas during holidays and celebrations. Learn about some of the important symbols and imagery associated with Día de los Muertos through miniature coloring sheets and string multiple together to create your own strand of colorful Papel picado.

Massey Auditorium

Memory Tree
Write the name or memory of a loved one on a colorful slip of paper and add it to the memory tree.

Murals / Los Murales

Saturday & Sunday | 9 AM – 5 PM

Frist Learning Center Great Hall

Murals depicting the Day of the Dead have a strong history throughout Latin America, highlighted by the works of Diego Rivera and José Guadalupe Posada, the creator of the iconic Catrina figure. Finding inspiration in these artists, students from local middle and high schools will create large-scale works which will hang in the Great Hall.

Participating Schools

Bellevue Middle School
Caballeros – Nolensville High School Spanish Honor Society
Cane Ridge High School
City School of Nashville
Community Middle School Jr. Art League
Goodlettsville Middle School
H.G. Hill Middle School – 7th Grade
H.G. Hill Middle School – 8th Grade
Independence High School NAHS (National Art Honor Society)
KIPP Nashville
Saint Cecelia Academy – Spanish Club
Stratford STEM Magnet Upper Campus
Arte Latino Tullahoma High School
USN Lucha Affinity Group

Vendors

Colorful open-air markets line the streets of Latin America during El Día de los Muertos. Local merchants sell food, flowers, art, and handmade items which people buy to decorate their altars and tombs. Visit the vendors at the festival to discover the talent of local artists, shop for unique gift items, and taste traditional foods!

Art & Goods

Saturday & Sunday | 9 AM – 5 PM

Parking Lot B and Frist Learning Center Courtyard

Apanash
Artesanias Lupita Oaxaca
Bisuteria Nashville
Bows by Nici
Cindy David Designs
Cheekwood
CustomPrintNash
Ecohandmade
King Bear Tees
La Casa Azul
LoveMe Art
Luna Pateada
Skulls and Roses
Soul Seed
The Aloe Family
Valentina Harper
Dulce Party Studio
Fiesta Magic Nashville Face Painting
Llama House
Happy Phantom Jewelry

Food

 Saturday | 9 AM – 5 PM

Across from Botanic Hall

Conexion Americas
Roast & Brews

Parking Lot B

The Burro Churro
Alebrije
Delicious Mexican Tamales by Belen
Mor Empanadas
Las Fajitas Mexican Restaurant
Maria’s Snacks
Nelly’s Peruvian Sweets
Siete Luminarias
Taco Azteca
Little Cancun on the Go
Salsa Franklin Taco
Delicias Colombianas RR
The Inka Trailer
Guaca Stop

Sunday | 9 AM – 5 PM

Across from Botanic Hall

Roast & Brews

Parking Lot B

The Burro Churro
Alebrije
Delicious Mexican Tamales by Belen
Panecito KaLe
Pie Town Tacos
Maria’s Snacks
Nelly’s Peruvian Sweets
Siete Luminarias
Taco Azteca
Caracasville
La Revolucion Tacos
A Sol Rosendo
Empanada Lua

Entertainment

 Saturday

Arboretum Lawn

9 – 10 AM: DJ Cesar
10 – 10:30 AM: Danza Aztlán
10:30 – 11 AM: Karina Daza
11 – 11:30 AM: Mi Cielito Lindo
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Lion B
12:15 – 12:45 PM: Raices De Mi Tierra
12:45 – 1:30 PM: De Agave y Son
1:30 – 2 PM: DJ Cesar
2 – 2:30 PM: Danza Aztlán
2:30 – 3:15 PM: Rosa Rodriguez
3:15 – 3:45 PM: Fashion Show featuring Catrinas Tennessee
3:30 – 4 PM: DJ Cesar
4 – 4:30 PM: Sol de Mexico Ballet Folklorico
4:30 – 5 PM: Folklore Iyali

Massey Auditorium

10 AM & 1 PM: Isaias Vargas Performance

Sunday

Arboretum Lawn

9 – 10 AM: DJ Cesar
10:30 –11 AM: Sofia Rhiannon & Gabriella Flores-Rodriguez
11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Rachel Rodriguez

Afternoon Performances on Arboretum Lawn are canceled due to the weather.

Massey Auditorium

10 AM & 1 PM: Joshua Guaz Performance in the Atrium

10 – 10:30 AM: Danza Aztlán
11 – 11:30 AM: Las Cuervonitas
12:15 – 12:45 PM: Lirios Folkloricos
2 – 2:30 PM: Danza Aztlán
3:15 – 3:45 PM: Fashion Show featuring Catrinas Tennessee
4:30 – 5 PM: Folklore Iyali

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Murals / Los Murales

Murals depicting the Day of the Dead have a strong history throughout Latin America, highlighted by the works of Diego Rivera and José Guadalupe Posada, the creator of the iconic Catrina figure. Finding inspiration in these artists, students in grades sixth to twelfth will create 2-D murals on canvas that may portray any aspect of El Día de los Muertos. Los Murales will be completed off site and will be returned to Cheekwood and hung in the Frist Learning Center.

Help your students develop cultural awareness, encourage class unity and participation, and display the talent and enthusiasm of your students to over 4,000 event visitors through this interactive and fun competition!

Los Murales Display Application

Altar Application

We are seeking community partners to create altar displays to be shown during the El Día de los Muertos festival. Altar displays are a great opportunity for community organizations to represent themselves and to celebrate their ancestors in the tradition of El Día de los Muertos.

Altar Application
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Altars Participants

Paragon Mills Elementary
MNPD Family Intervention Program
Conexion Americas – Escalera Program
Glendale Spanish Immersion School
Justine Sylvie
Lincoln Heritage Funeral Advantage
Lopez Family
Metro Office of Family Safety
MLK Jr. High School Spanish Honor Society
Tennessee Justice for Our Neighbors
La Misión ConArte

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Entertainment Application

We are excited to feature and promote entertainers during our El Día de los Muertos event! As always, we will work to produce a high-quality event that educates our visitors and seek entertainment that reflects diverse cultural traditions.

Entertainment Application
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Food Vendor Application

We feature and promote a variety of food vendors in our El Día de los Muertos marketplace! As always, we will work to produce a high-quality event that educates our visitors and seek food vendors that have quality merchandise and unique items to complement and enhance the spirit of the festival.

Food Vendor Application
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Vendor Application

We feature and promote a variety of vendors in our El Día de los Muertos marketplace! As always, we will work to produce a high-quality event that educates our visitors and seek retail vendors that have quality merchandise and unique items to complement and enhance the spirit of the festival.

Vendor Application

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On-Site

Off-Site Parking
Adults $23 $18
Senior (65+) $21 $16
College Student $19 $14
Youth (3-17) FREE FREE
Child 2 and Under FREE FREE
Member Adult FREE FREE
Member Youth FREE FREE

Non-Members: $2 service fee per ticket + $5 per vehicle parking fee on-site
All tickets include Garden & Mansion access.

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Cheekwood is grateful for the support and guidance of the

El Día de los Muertos Advisory Committee:

Maricruz Flores, Cheekwood Volunteer
David Julseth, Belmont University
Luisa Mattos da Costa, Vanderbilt Center for Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies
Claudia Nielson, Catholic Charities
Rachel Rodriguez, Performer and Entrepreneur
Arcelia Vasquez, USN
Ofelia Vázquez, La Mision ConArte
Jose Vera, Artist
Suzy Vera, Cheekwood Volunteer

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