See what’s going on at the Frist during the dates you are planning to visit.


Martin ArtQuest®

ArtQuest is the Frist’s inclusive and interactive art-making space where guests of all ages can get creative—draw, animate, make prints, paint, and more!

ArtQuest is open all hours the Frist is open and is included with gallery admission (youth 18 and under are always free).

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Exhibitions

The architect’s black-and-white rendering of the Frist Art Museum. Groups of people are seen walking into the building.

A Landmark Repurposed: From Post Office to Art Museum

Dec 19, 2025–Aug 23, 2026
This exhibition celebrates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Frist Art Museum and honors its historical building as an architectural gem we are privileged to steward. A Landmark Repurposed includes architectural drawings, historical images, news clippings, and details about the former US post office and its transformation into the Frist Art Museum. Read More
People walking through a gallery with Surrealism paintings

International Surrealism from Tate:
Fifty Years of Dreams

May 22–Aug 30, 2026
Drawn from the collection of Tate, UK, International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams focuses on the long trajectory and broad international reach of surrealism as a state of mind through a captivating selection of paintings, photographs, sculptures, and other art objects, as well as publications and archival… Read More
Gallery with an installation with tall red string-like pieces handing together in a square with other works on the walls

Anila Quayyum Agha: Interwoven

May 22–Aug 30, 2026
Anila Quayyum Agha: Interwoven spans two decades of the Pakistani American artist’s multifaceted practice across media including immersive installations, works on paper, paintings, and sculptures. Read More
Acrylic painting with colorful shapes

An Indigenous Present

Jun 26–Sep 27, 2026
An Indigenous Present, a thematic exhibition spanning 100 years of modern and contemporary Indigenous art, includes new commissions and significant works by 15 artists who use strategies of abstraction to represent personal and collective narratives, describe specific and imagined places, and build upon cultural and aesthetic traditions. Read More
A painting of a young girl in winter clothes holding an smart phone.

Teens Take the Frist!

Jul 18–Aug 17, 2026
Prompted by our vision of inspiring people through art to look at their world in new ways, the Frist Art Museum invited teens to submit their artwork for this eighth edition of Teens Take the Frist! The resulting selection features artworks that explore the theme “in my mind” in a variety of mediums created… Read More
Young woman standing in front of her painting in the Young Tennessee Artists exhibition.

2026 Young Tennessee Artists: Selections from Advanced Studio Art Programs

Aug 28, 2026–Mar 28, 2027
The eleventh biennial Young Tennessee Artists exhibition showcases some of the finest two-dimensional artwork by high school students from across the state. Students in Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) studio art programs during the 2025–26 academic year were invited to submit their work to be considered for… Read More
Kaleidoscope type image with human shaped figure in the center surrounded by many vibrant colors and shapes

Shimmer: Dreaming the Posthuman

Sep 25, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
Shimmer: Dreaming the Posthuman features 16 artists working with both analog and emergent technologies to visualize the interrelationship between humanity, other species, and the earth itself. Read More
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Robin Vuchnich: In Search of Thoreau’s Flowers—The Memory of a Season

Sep 25, 2026–Jan 3, 2027
The nineteenth-century philosopher Henry David Thoreau has long been celebrated for his profound essays on subjects ranging from natural history to social justice. In his most prominent work, Walden; or, Life in the Woods (1854), Thoreau meditates on the transcendent experience of living in direct communion with nature. Throughout his life,… Read More
Gold Hanukkah Lamp and Dreidel

Beauty and Ritual: Judaica from the Jewish Museum, New York

Oct 30, 2026–Feb 7, 2027
Drawn from the world-renowned collection of the Jewish Museum in New York City, this exhibition presents more than 130 Jewish ceremonial objects (Judaica) from antiquity to the present, including books, silver, and textiles. Read More

Events

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Homeschool Monday

Monday, July 27, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Free for members and guests aged 18 and younger; $16 for not-yet members

Enjoy priority access to the Frist's interactive art-making space and join our museum art teachers on engaging tours of our exhibitions. Read More
Black and white photo of a band playing music surrounded by jack-o-lanterns

Music in the Café: Parker James, Paul DeFiglia, and Anson Hohne

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Frist Art Museum Café Free

Join us for a special performance by Parker James, Paul DeFiglia, and Anson Hohne Three in Café Cheeserie. Read More
Woman explains about surrealist artwork at arts museum.

Thirty-Minute Exhibition Tour 

Thursday, July 30, 2026, 6:30–7:00 p.m.

Gallery admission required

Repeats every Thursday evening
Learn more about International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams on this informal thirty-minute tour with a Frist Art Museum docent. Tours meet at the Ingram Gallery Information Desk. Read More
Detailed ironwork around a window.

Architecture Tour

Saturday, August 1, 2026, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
When was the Frist Art Museum built? Who was the architect? Can you tell me about the floors in the galleries? Enjoy a guided tour of our landmark art deco building at 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Read More
Tramaine Artemis singing in Cafe Cheeserie

Music in the Café: Tramaine Arte’Mis & The I7 Jazz Band

Thursday, August 6, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Tramaine Arte’Mis & The I7 Jazz Band—making waves and turning heads with their authentic and eclectic smooth jazz sound. Read More
A group of six prints with various colors, patterns and subjects.

ARTlab: Risograph Prints

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 12:00–2:00 p.m.

Risology Club (507 Hagan St, Nashville, TN 37203); $55 for members; $75 for not-yet members; SOLD OUT

Inspired by the exhibition International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams and the history of surrealist publishing, this ARTlab invites participants to create their own surrealist Risograph print. Read More
A series of colorful prints on a wall.

ARTlab: Risograph Prints

Saturday, August 8, 2026, 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Risology Club (507 Hagan St, Nashville, TN 37203); $55 for members; $75 for not-yet members; Space is limited; registration is required

Inspired by the exhibition International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams and the history of surrealist publishing, this ARTlab invites participants to create their own surrealist Risograph print. Read More
Register
A woman shows students different materials at sensory station.

Sensory Sunday Hour

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests ages 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet-members

Explore the Frist Art Museum, the exhibitions, and Martin ArtQuest during a sensory-friendly hour. Sound levels will be lowered throughout the exhibitions. Engage with volunteers in the galleries at multisensory carts in selected galleries. Read More
Three boys play with blocks and books.

Family Sunday

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests aged 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet members

On selected Sundays each month, join us for special kid-friendly programming, family tours, and multisensory gallery experiences. Read More
black and white photograph taken under one of the staircases at the Frist showing art deco details and lines

Architecture Tour

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
When was the Frist Art Museum built? Who was the architect? Can you tell me about the floors in the galleries? Enjoy a guided tour of our landmark art deco building at 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Read More
Four women work on an iPad in an art class.

Vitality Arts Photography Workshop

Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Nashville Public Library Edgehill Branch (1409 12th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37203); Free • Registration is required

Occurs every Tuesday through October 6, 2026
The class will learn new skills each week and gain tools for creative expression while developing community and engaging with the Frist’s exhibitions and programs. Read More
A photo of a man yelling with excitement with a guitar.

Music in the Café: Fish & Wildlife Service

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Corey King, a Nashville-based singer and songwriter for The Ohio Weather Band. Read More
A woman poses in a pattern created by shadows.

Liminal Flow: A Surrealist Pilates Experience

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:30–8:00 p.m.

Auditorium $15 for members, $35 for not-yet members (includes gallery admission and parking); registration required; ages 18+

Led by Lauren Robinson of ESTABLISHED, step into an immersive, music-driven Pilates experience inspired by International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams. Read More
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A surreal painting of figures and objects melting.

Art History Lecture: “The Surrealist Movement: Its History, Mission, and Legacy”

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Auditorium; Free for members; gallery admission required for not-yet members

Join Dr. Leonard Folgarait (distinguished professor, emeritus, of history of art and architecture at Vanderbilt University) for a closer look at the surrealist art movement, presented in conjunction with International Surrealism from Tate: Fifty Years of Dreams. Read More
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Architecture Tour

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
When was the Frist Art Museum built? Who was the architect? Can you tell me about the floors in the galleries? Enjoy a guided tour of our landmark art deco building at 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Read More
Two black mannequins show off two different hand-dyed scarves.

ARTlab: Natural Dyeing Silk

Sunday, August 16, 2026, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Studio A; $50 for members; $70 for not-yet members; Space is limited; registration is required

Design and hand-dye your own organic silk scarf using natural dyes that echo many of the organic materials found in An Indigenous Present. Read More
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A man plays piano and sings with a band behind him.

Music in the Café: Chip Greene

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Chip Greene in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
Two girls move through a corridor with a sunflower.

Gallery Talk: “Beyond the Muse: The Women of Surrealism”

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Ingram Gallery; Free for members; gallery admission is required for not-yet members

Join Caroline Yates, the Frist Art Museum’s 2025–26 Susan H. Edwards Curatorial Fellow, for “Beyond the Muse: The Women of Surrealism,” a gallery talk that reconsiders the history of Surrealism through the work of its remarkable women artists. Read More
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Member Morning

Sunday, August 23, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Members only

Member Mornings give Frist Art Museum members a relaxed way to start the day with early access to the museum before it opens to the general public. Enjoy docent-led tours, explore the galleries and Martin ArtQuest in a quieter setting, and experience the exhibitions from a fresh perspective. Also, members are invited to gather… Read More
A group of four women work on an art project together.

ARTlab: Exploring Anila Quayyum Agha’s Interwoven Through Islamic Geometric Patterns

Sunday, August 23, 2026, 1:30–4:30 p.m.

Studio A; $50 for members; $75 for not-yet members; Space is limited; registration is required

Inspired by the exhibition Anila Quayyum Agha: Interwoven, MathArtPlay presents a studio-style session focused on the historical and mathematical foundations of Islamic geometric patterns. Read More
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A series of Art Deco chandelier in a hallway.

Architecture Tour

Sunday, August 23, 2026, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
When was the Frist Art Museum built? Who was the architect? Can you tell me about the floors in the galleries? Enjoy a guided tour of our landmark art deco building at 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Read More
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PechaKucha Vol. 53: The Dialogue of Space

Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Auditorium; Free for Frist Art Museum and Civic Design Center members; $20 for not-yet members; Space is limited; registration is required

This edition of PechaKucha will explore the ongoing dialogue between our ideas and the physical spaces we inhabit. Read More
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Tramaine Artemis singing in Cafe Cheeserie

Music in the Café: Tramaine Arte’Mis & The I7 Jazz Band

Thursday, August 27, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Tramaine Arte’Mis & The I7 Jazz Band—making waves and turning heads with their authentic and eclectic smooth jazz sound. Read More
A woman crouches over another woman on a floor mat in a self defense class.

Self-Defense Class

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Auditorium; $10 for members; $30 for not-yet members (gallery admission and parking are included); Space is limited; registration is required; ages 18+

Join us for a hands-on self-defense workshop led by Nikki Chiavuzzi of Deer Lady Defense. We’ll start small and build together, with care taken to meet you where you are. Presented in conjunction with An Indigenous Present, the class will cover how to protect yourself during any… Read More
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Architecture Tour

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 p.m.
When was the Frist Art Museum built? Who was the architect? Can you tell me about the floors in the galleries? Enjoy a guided tour of our landmark art deco building at 3:30 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Read More
A young girl draws in a journal in an art gallery.

Family Sunday

Sunday, September 13, 2026, 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests aged 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet members

On selected Sundays each month, join us for special kid-friendly programming, family tours, and multisensory gallery experiences. Read More
Drinking chocolate is being poured from pottery vase into another ceramic mug.

ARTlab: A Drinking Chocolate Workshop—Past and Present

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Studio A; $25 for members; $45 for not-yet members; Space is limited; registration is required

Peel, pour and sip history! Led by chocolate historian Sophia Rea, this delicious workshop draws inspiration from the exhibition An Indigenous Present Read More
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Musician Ronny Criss hold a guitar in a black and white photo.

Music in the Café: Ronny Criss

Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Nashville-based singer-songwriter, Ronny Criss, in Café Cheeserie.  Read More
A pixelated image two men in a band.

Music in the Café: Duette

Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by local musical duo Duette in Café Cheeserie. Read More
A jazz band performs in a cafe.

Music in the Café: AJ Huang & Friends

Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by the AJ Huang & Friends in Café Cheeserie. Read More
Roadie band member

Music in the Café: Roadie

Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Roadie, a band that combines East-Coast flare with a Western Americana flair. Read More
Group of people gathered around a cart smelling and touching art elements.

Sensory Sunday Hour

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests ages 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet-members

Explore the Frist Art Museum, the exhibitions, and Martin ArtQuest during a sensory-friendly hour. Sound levels will be lowered throughout the exhibitions. Engage with volunteers in the galleries at multisensory carts in selected galleries. Read More
Three kids look at items on a table.

Family Sunday

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests aged 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet members

On selected Sundays each month, join us for special kid-friendly programming, family tours, and multisensory gallery experiences. Read More
A black and white photo of a man holding a guitar.

Music in the Café: Mike Carty

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Mike Carty in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
Woven Nashville graphic with photos of Chuck Beard and Jason Eskridge

Woven Nashville: An Evening of Music, Art, and Conversation

Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Galleries Free for members; gallery admission required for not-yet members

This series brings together unique pairings of extraordinary Nashville creators working in all kinds of media. Each specially curated program pairs musicians with painters, writers, comics, dancers, spoken-word artists, and more. Programs are also inspired by and connected to current exhibitions at the Frist Art Museum. Read More
The two men in Duo Sudeste play guitars with a green, yellow, and red striped overlay.

Music in the Café: Duo Sudeste

Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Duo Sudeste in Café Cheeserie.  Read More
A woman in a black polka-dot jumpsuit with red boots stands on a concrete ledge.

Music in the Café: Nikki Barber

Thursday, October 29, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Nikki Barber in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
A heavily shadowed man in a green shirt and sunglasses leans against a wall.

Music in the Café: Chris Tuttle

Thursday, November 5, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Chris Tuttle in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
A woman views a projection of flowers and plants in an art museum.

Member Morning

Sunday, November 8, 2026, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Members only

Member Mornings give Frist Art Museum members a relaxed way to start the day with early access to the museum before it opens to the general public. Enjoy docent-led tours, explore the galleries and Martin ArtQuest in a quieter setting, and experience the exhibitions from a fresh perspective. Also, members are invited to gather… Read More
A group of four young people look up at the camera from a field with instruments.

Music in the Café: Young Original

Thursday, November 12, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by local swing jazz band Young Original in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
Black and white photo of a band playing music surrounded by jack-o-lanterns

Music in the Café: Parker James, Paul DeFiglia, and Anson Hohne

Thursday, November 19, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Frist Art Museum Café Free

Join us for a special performance by Parker James, Paul DeFiglia, and Anson Hohne Three in Café Cheeserie. Read More
A man holds a violin in an outdoor hallway with brick columns.

Music in the Café: The String Smith

Thursday, December 3, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by The String Smith in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
Tim Gartland playing the harmonica

Music in the Café: Tim Gartland Group

Thursday, December 10, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Tim Gartland in Café Cheeserie. Read More
Two young girls look at a sensory cart in an art museum with two adults.

Sensory Sunday Hour

Sunday, December 13, 2026, 12:00–1:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests ages 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet-members

Explore the Frist Art Museum, the exhibitions, and Martin ArtQuest during a sensory-friendly hour. Sound levels will be lowered throughout the exhibitions. Engage with volunteers in the galleries at multisensory carts in selected galleries. Read More
A mom takes a photo of two girls playing at an animation station.

Family Sunday

Sunday, December 13, 2026, 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Free for members and guests aged 18 and younger; gallery admission required for not-yet members

On selected Sundays each month, join us for special kid-friendly programming, family tours, and multisensory gallery experiences. Read More
A man plays piano and sings with a band behind him.

Music in the Café: Chip Greene

Thursday, December 17, 2026, 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Café Cheeserie Free

Join us for a special performance by Chip Greene in Café Cheeserie. Listen to live music while enjoying a delicious dinner, light bites, or glass of wine or beer. Read More
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