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Native Plant Sale

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The Garden Club of Nashville, committed to the protection of native plants vital to Middle Tennessee, will host its 19th Annual Native Plant Sale on the lowest floor of the Frist Learning Center. The sale features a variety of native plants, flowers, and shrubs, including the Garden Club of America’s Native Plant of the Year, Vernonia lettermannii, or Iron Butterfly. Proceeds benefit The Howe Garden at Cheekwood. For the best selection of plants, guests are encouraged to purchase Cheekwood admission for earlier entry times.

The Garden Club of Nashville

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Saturday Sounds at Cheekwood

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Outdoor music starts at Cheekwood with the magic of Saturday Sounds…

a day filled with exceptional musical performances by the region’s top bands, delectable offerings from the city’s favorite food trucks, and spirited libations.

Musical Performances


April 6

Rebecca Frazier and Hit & Run | 11 AM – 1 PM
Bluegrass flat-picking guitar virtuoso and vocalist with high energy five-piece band

Tim Gartland | 11 AM – 1 PM
Blues harmonica master performing electric Chicago Blues with his dynamic four-piece band

April 13 | 12 – 2 PM

Denny Jiosa
World renowned guitarist performing electrifying jazz rock with his sensational band

April 20: Dogs and Dogwoods | 12 – 2 PM

Charles Treadway Organ Trio
Hammond organ maestro performing jazz, funk, and soul with his 3-piece band

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Sunday Jazz at Cheekwood

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On Sundays, virtuosic jazz quartets made up of Nashville Musicians Association members make mastery look easy.

First-class players who have performed with giants in jazz and world music delve into styles ranging from straight-ahead swing and syncopated Latin rhythms to smooth jazz, bebop, and more. Grab a picnic table or bring a blanket and kick back to enjoy a perfect day.

Musical Performances


March 31 | 12 – 2 PM

Les Sabler
A dynamic force in modern jazz guitar with his powerhouse quartet

April 7 | 12 – 2 PM

Jacob Jezioro Quartet
Top-tier bassist performing contemporary jazz with an exceptional quartet

April 14 | 12 – 2 PM

Lisa Stewart
Traditional jazz vocalist performing with Nashville’s finest and most sought-after musicians

April 21 | 12 – 2 PM

Chester Thompson
Legendary drummer performing iconic contemporary jazz tunes with an all-star quartet

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2023 Holi Celebration

Join Cheekwood as we celebrate Holi, the Indian “Festival of Spring” and “Festival of Colors.”

This educational event will introduce visitors to the vibrant sights, sounds, and colors of Indian culture. Hands-on activities for all ages, tasty fare from local restaurants, and music and dance performances will shine against the thousands of blooming bulbs. Holi activities are included with membership or general admission.


Schedule of Events

⦁ 9 AM – 4 PM: Hands-on activities | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 10 – 4 PM: Food and Goods Vendors | Lot B
⦁ 10 – 10:30 AM: Dance/music performances | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 10:30 AM: Color Throwing #1 | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 11 – 11:30 AM: Dance/music performances | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 11:30 AM: Color Throwing #2 | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 12 – 12:30 PM: Dance/music performances | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 12:30 PM: Color Throwing #3 | Arboretum Lawn
⦁ 1 – 1:30 PM: Dance/music performances | Arboretum Lawn

*Color packets may be purchased for $2 each beginning 45 minutes before each session. Packets will be limited to one per person and only the color provided by Cheekwood may be used. Limited amounts of communal powder will be available during each session to those unable to purchase individual packets. The color powder is non-toxic and environmentally friendly. However, it will be thrown and potentially may get in eyes and/or mouth. While most of the color powder will shake off or wash off, it may discolor clothes and/or cloth automobile seats.

Please Note: No entry in to the mansion permitted if you have taken part in the color throwing.

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Food Trucks and Vendors

Food trucks:

615 Chutney
Cafe India
Sarabha’s Ice Cream
Sherpa Kitchen

Clothing/Jewelry:
Radha Babu
8alankar Jewelry
GeminnaLLC Jewelry
Potpourri by Anisha

Henna Artists:
Nisha Chhetri
Hetal’s Henna
Sofi’s Henna Tattoos
Seemi’s Henna Body Art

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TROLLS: Save the Humans


Thomas Dambo

About the Artist

Born in Odense, Denmark in 1979, artist Thomas Dambo’s mission is to create art that inspires people to explore, have adventures in nature, and show that recycled goods can be turned into something beautiful. Before embarking on the path of building larger-than-life troll sculptures, Thomas led a multi-faceted life that allowed him to express his creativity via music, street art, and scenic design. After graduating from the Kolding Design School in Kolding, Denmark, with a master’s degree in interactive design, Thomas began his journey of using recycled materials to create colorful art installations, building the foundation for his artwork. He currently lives and works in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Today, Thomas is known internationally for his larger-than-life Troll sculptures made from recycled wood. With over 100 sculptures all over the world, these Trolls have begun to have a life of their own. Popping up in Denmark, the USA, France, Germany, China, South Korea, Chile, and many more on the way, the message of sustainability and unlimited imagination have reached millions through in-person visits, shared photos, and international media coverage.

Meet the Trolls

The six trolls in the exhibition are:

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Ronja Redeye

The smallest of the group, Ronja Redeye is a natural leader with a mighty voice. She speaks from her heart but understands that words have power. If there is one thing that makes Ronja’s eyes turn red, its hurtful words getting in the way of friendship.

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Ibbi Pip

Ibbi Pip is handy, optimistic and a friend of all animals. She has seen how humans build birdhouses to bring birds closer to them, so Ibbi uses these colorful homes in an effort to inspire humans. She hopes that humans will consider and care about those they share the world with.

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Sofus Lotus

Sofus Lotus pays attention to the little things and was the first one to notice something was wrong with the world. Nature was changing its rhythm and ways for the worse. Sofus uses his ears to listen to every crackle, thud and buzz. He feels nature and is mindful of all its beings.

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Basse Buller

An explorer and rebel, Basse Buller tends to be all over the place. He interprets “No” as “Maybe” and sees that boundaries are to be pushed. Basse Buller is funny, loud, and uses muddy paint to spread his message to lead humans on the right path.

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Rosa Sunfinger

Soft and shy, Rosa Sunfinger cares for plants and other creatures with her life-giving fingers. She spreads her wisdom by showing plants can bring joy back into forgotten places. Her sunny fingertips help flowers grow and thrive, which never stop making her smile.

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Kamma Can

Where humans see trash, Kamma Can sees potential. She hopes to inspire humans to use the skyrocketing amount of “colorful eternity material” to be creative. You can see her example of this through the necklaces she made for herself and her best friend, Ronja Redeye.

Reserve Tickets

This exhibition is no longer available at Cheekwood.


Produced by
Imagine Exhibitions

Hospitality Sponsor
Lipman

Sponsored by
GenescoMed

Supported by
MITSUI-CO

All images courtesy Atlanta Botanical Garden.

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Great Spring Art Hop 2024

Great Spring Art Hop

Featuring nine oversized bunnies painted by local artists – eight of them hidden throughout the gardens – and the return of egg hunts, the Great Spring Art Hop is not to be missed!

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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Great Spring Art Hop 2022

Wooden bunny painted by a Nashville artist

Call for Art: Great Spring Art Hop at Cheekwood 2024

Showcase your artistic talent at the Great Spring Art Hop on March 29 and 30, 2024!

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Egg Hunts | Friday & Saturday

3 Years Old & Under
9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM

4 – 6 Years Old
9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:45 PM, 3:45 PM

7 – 9 Years Old
9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:45 PM, 3:45 PM

10 Years Old & Up
9:45 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, 2:45 PM, 3:45 PM


Entertainment

Special Musical Performances

Arboretum Lawn Stage

Friday & Saturday | Farmer Jason | 10 AM, 12 PM and 2 PM


Art Activities

Frist Learning Center and Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden | 9 AM-4 PM


Scavenger Hunt

8 Wooden bunnies located throughout the grounds decorated by local Nashville Artists

Learn About the Artists

Friday

Food trucks located in Lot B from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

  • Bradley’s Creamery
  • Cousins Maine Lobster
  • Daddy’s Dogs
  • Livvi’s Lunchbox
  • Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company
  • Radical Rabbit
  • Retro Sno
  • Yayo’s OMG (Original Mexican Gourmet)

Saturday

Food trucks located in Lot B from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM

  • Cousins Maine Lobster
  • Gypsy Crepe
  • Hoss Loaded Burgers
  • Livvi’s Lunchbox
  • Moosic City Ice Cream
  • Radical Rabbit
  • Taste of Aloha
  • The Grilled Cheeserie

Food trucks subject to change.


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