EXHIBITION TOURS 2012/2013

Permanent Residents: Artists from Cheekwood’s Collection
Through December 2013
Grades: 1-12
Program Length: 60 minutes
Permanent Residents highlights over 75 pieces of American art from Cheekwood’s collection, including paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and decorative arts. From 19th century American landscapes in the tradition of the Hudson River School to 20th century abstract art, students will learn about artists such as Thomas Downing, William Edmondson, Red Grooms, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, Andy Warhol and many others.

Scarecrows!
September 22 – October 31, 2012
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.

Holiday at Cheekwood
November 23 – December 30, 2012
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
February 1 – March 3, 2013
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. 

Martin Shallenberger Artist-In-Residence: Dorothy O'Connor
April 6 - June 30, 2013
Grades: 1-12
Program Length: 45 minutes
The Artist-In-Residence program brings an established artist to Cheekwood to create and exhibit work each spring. Student groups are invited to visit the artist while work is being crafted, or see the final exhibition on view in the Courtyard Gallery. Space is limited, call for more information.

ART TOURS

GARDEN TOURS