With over 140 original works included from over 75 books, Childhood Classics explores the history of children’s books from the turn of the century pen and ink Mother Goose art of Sarah Noble Ives, to the most popular works of today including the digital creations of Mo Willems. The exhibition features the original art of Dr. Seuss, the iconic Wild Things of Maurice Sendak and the perennial heroism of Garth Williams’ Stuart Little.

Each year, Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville with a festival that includes traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities, and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of our Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace.

You're invited to our canine costume paw-ty! Parade around the gardens with your pup during our fourth annual Halloween Pooch Parade.

Opening on the first day of spring, In Bloom: Works from Cheekwood’s Permanent Collection pulls works from our collection that explore the subject of flowers.

From exploring whimsical Storybook Houses in the gardens, to cooling off in the Museum of Art galleries alongside the Childhood Classics: 100 Years of Children’s Book Illustration exhibition, we invite you to discover the color, wonder and peaceful nature of Summertime at Cheekwood.

Art and garden adventures abound as toddlers take over Cheekwood every Tuesday morning! Join us to get hands-on with art and gardens with your tot. Drop-in activities change weekly so that budding artists and botanists will be introduced to the wide world of art. Stop by the gardens anytime between 10 am – 12 pm on Tuesday mornings to participate! Free with general admission or membership.