Cheekwood is a 55-acre botanical garden and art museum located on the historic Cheek estate. Since opening to the public in 1960, Cheekwood has presented world-class art exhibitions, spectacular gardens and an historic estate unlike anything else. Visitors enjoy family activities, programming for all ages and year-round festivals celebrating the four seasons. From 250,000 blooming bulbs in the spring to one mile of holiday lights in the winter, there’s always something to see at Cheekwood.
TRAINS! and The Little Engine That Could Storybook Trail
Venture down The Little Engine That Could Storybook Trail in the Turner Seasons Garden to experience the TRAINS! exhibit. With a total of 1,035 linear feet of track for Thomas and other engines and train cars to chug along, this magical playground is for the young and young at heart. Through tunnels and observation domes, little train enthusiasts are transported to a secret garden and charming forest scene, greeted by familiar animal and insect creatures.
Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden
The two-acre Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden, inspired by Cheekwood’s historic landscape and architecture, offers an interactive, imaginative experience to inspire interest in art and nature. Stop by the Living Library to find baskets filled with fun interactive items that spark learning about themes including Things with Wings, Elements of Art, Our Sky and Weather, and so much more.
TOTS!
Summer schedule: June, July & August, Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
TOTS! offers hands-on activities, storytime and turtle talks in the Bracken Foundation Children’s Garden. Little ones accompanied by an adult learn about the plants in our garden and the art on our walls.
Thursday Night Out
This weekly event is an adventure through food, drink, art and song, every Thursday through October from 5:30 – 9 p.m. The evening invites guests to sample seasonal libations, irresistible bites from the city’s favorite food trucks, and Café 29 while the always diverse music lineup provides the eclectic soundtrack. Bring the whole family to enjoy the perfect evening.
Cheekwood is located eight miles southwest of downtown Nashville. It is open Tuesday through Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., with extended days and hours of operation depending on the season. Visit cheekwood.org for the current schedule of events, information on becoming a member, and to purchase tickets.
For more information, call 615-356-8000 or visit cheekwood.org.
