Tuesdays for Tots

Excite your child’s creativity by joining us for a morning of art adventures in the Frist Learning Center! With drop-in activities changing weekly, Tuesdays for Tots is sure to be a memory-making routine for you and your toddler! Stop by the studio any time between 10:00 am and 12:00 pm to take part in the activity. If bringing more than 5 children, please call 615-353-9827 to make a reservation. 

Don’t forget to bring your imagination and dress for mess! 

September 7 Color Craziness

After seeing the beautiful colors Dale Chihuly uses in his glass sculptures, join us to learn more about Chihuly’s love for color! We will find, mix and match different colors to create a colorful art project.

September 14 Mosaic Masterpiece

Stop by the studio to learn about design and composition while creating your own unique mosaic!

September 21 Designed by YOU!

Drop by to create your own unique and personalized logo. Whether you use your favorite color, sport, or initials, this art activity is designed by YOU!

September 28 Sketch It!

Inspiration is everywhere at Cheekwood, and all aspiring artist need a sketchbook! Join us as we make our own sketchbooks and learn about some famous sketches.

October 5 Chihuly Wonders!

Enjoy learning about the Chihuly at Cheekwood exhibition through October 31st, and create your own plastic, Chihuly-inspired sculpture!

October 12 Cheekwood Collects

Explore Cheekwood’s permanent collections and story behind them with this cool craft! Be sure to stop by the Museum of Art to see the exhibition Cheekwood Collects.

October 19 Mini Monsters

Join us in the studios as we create one-of-a kind friendly monsters for your spooky Halloween décor!

October 26 GOBLINS IN THE GARDEN

Scare up your favorite silly or spooky costume and join us for a ghoulish good time at the 4th annual Goblins in the Garden. We’ll be trick-or-treating our way through the gardens at 10:30am from the Frist Learning Center studio, as well as enjoying frighteningly fun entertainment and crafts. Count on spooky surprises and special treats. We’ll see you here for a howling good time!

November 2 Tennessee Time Machine

Blast through the past 50 years at Cheekwood and the state of Tennessee with us. Choose your favorite moment or place as your inspiration for this art project!

November 9 Creative Critters

Creepy, crawly and crafty! Work with recycled materials to create unique, mixed media critters.

November 16 Bird Balls

Many birds and other wildlife call Cheekwood home. Enjoy the many varieties of birds and make a craft that will be sure to attract their attention and help build their nests!

November 23 THANKSgiving

Let us all give a big THANKS this year! Come by the studios to make a wonderful Thanksgiving masterpiece.

November 30 Season of Celebration!

Enjoy all the decorations and Christmas trees in this year’s Season of Celebration! Be sure to stop by the studios to create your own holiday decoration!

December 7 Outstanding Ornament

Check out all the beautiful ornaments on the many trees at Cheekwood and make your own creative ornament to take home.

December 14 Gift a Gift!

Look at all the beautiful presents under the trees in the Museum of Art. Enjoy decorating your own package and paper for your thoughtful gifts this year!

December 21 Avant-Garde Wreaths

This isn’t your traditional wreath! Draw inspiration from the lavish holiday decorations in the Museum of Art, then meet us in the studios to make an avant-garde wreath.

December 28 Cool Craft

Winter is here! Stop by to make your own cool craft inspired by the colder temperatures.