EXHIBITION TOURS 2010/2011 

Trains: Tennessee in G
Through December 31, 2011
Grades: K-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
All Aboard! Students will watch in wonder as garden-scale trains wind over bridges, under trestles, past waterfalls and through Tennessee’s favorite landmarks. All crafted from natural materials, 3-D replicas include sites such as the Smoky Mountains, Graceland, the Hermitage, Fall Creek Falls, the home of Casey Jones and much more. Highlighting regional history as well as sciences, your students will enjoy this enchanting and educational experience.
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Scarecrows!
October 1 – 30, 2011
Grades: K-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
Enjoy the fall season as you view dozens of small and tall, silly and scary, sophisticated and sweet scarecrows on the grounds at Cheekwood. Students can learn about the history of scarecrows as they view figures that have been made by local organizations, schools and clubs.
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Visions of the American West: Masterworks from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center
October 22, 2011 – March 4, 2012
Grades: K-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
Take a journey to the Wild West as you explore artwork and objects from the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. This engaging tour for students of all ages highlights the life of Buffalo Bill Cody and includes fascinating displays of western artwork, Plains Indian artifacts, and Wild West show objects.
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Wild West School Performances
November 2, November 16 and December 7
9:30am and 10:30am
Program Length: 30 minutes
Schools are invited to attend an interactive performance (before or after their tour) by award winning author Estelle Condra. During the program, Condra will bring a painting from the exhibition to life while engaging students with music, movement and the exciting story of Buffalo Bill. This program is geared toward students in elementary school. 
Space is limited.

Holiday at Cheekwood
November 26 – December 31, 2011
Grades: K-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
Celebrate the season and experience one of Nashville’s most beloved holiday traditions. Cheekwood’s Museum of Art becomes a holiday fantasy of lavishly decorated rooms filled with beautifully trimmed trees.
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The Scholastic Art Awards: Competition & Exhibition
January 27 – February 19, 2012
Grades: 7-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
For the 21st consecutive year, Cheekwood, an affiliate of the Alliance for Young Artists and Writers, is proud to host The Scholastic Art Awards of Middle Tennessee. Don’t let your students miss this amazing opportunity to showcase their talent. For entry information and competition details, visit www.cheekwood.org. 

ART TOURS

GARDEN TOURS