Current Exhibitions

Oct 25, 2024–Feb 16, 2025

Journey through Japan:
Myths to Manga

Two women looking at a display of Japanese young fashion.
Sep 27, 2024–Jan 5, 2025

María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold

Visitors looking at works of art on view in the Maria Magdalena Compos-Pons exhibition
Sep 27, 2024–Jan 5, 2025

LaJuné McMillian:
The Portal’s Keeper—Origins

Woman standing in a room filled with abstract purple and pink shapes projected on the walls
Sep 6, 2024–Mar 16, 2025

2024 Young Tennessee Artists: Selections from Advanced Studio Art Programs

Young woman looking at a work of art
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Give the gift that lasts all year long—a Frist Art Museum Membership!

Give yourself or someone special a Frist membership this holiday season. Whether you’d like to explore new things in the new year, reignite your passion for the arts, or give a fun and lasting gift to family, friends, or colleagues this season, we’ve got you covered!

Enjoy a year full of inspiring experiences—see world-class exhibitions, attend exciting programs and festivals, get creative in Martin ArtQuest, and more!

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Take inspiration from your Journey through Japan!

Enjoy art-making activities inspired by the Journey through Japan exhibition in both the galleries and Martin ArtQuest. Fold origami boats, play taiko drums, design anime characters and create collaborative manga comic strips, watch charming animations, and more!

 

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Stop by the Frist shop to find the perfect holiday gifts!

Our gift shop is the best place in Nashville to take care of all your holiday shopping needs! It’s filled with a wonderful selection of locally made decorative arts and hand-crafted jewelry, as well as scarfs, journals, books, kids’ items, stocking stuffers, and much more! Purchases support the museum’s mission and programs!

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Upcoming Events & Programs

Thursday, December 12, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Literary Salon: María Magdalena Campos-Pons: Behold

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Thursday, December 12, 6:00–6:30 p.m.

Gallery Talk: “Magdalena Floats: On Sacred Holds and Movement”

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Friday, December 13, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Music for Seniors Holiday Concert

Band on stage playing for a large crowd in an auditorium
Saturday, December 14, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Adult ARTlab: Traditional Japanese Bookbinding with Suminagashi

Three book cover featuring swirly gray and white patterns embellished with colorful material pieces.
Saturday, December 14, 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Frist Films: Godzilla vs. Destoroyah

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Thursday, December 19, 6:30–7:00 p.m.

Close Looking: Behold

Young man looking at a large work of art
Thursday, January 9, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Drop-In Drawing

Three people sitting on stools in the galleries drawing on lap easels
Sunday, January 12, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Family Drop-In ARTlab: Robo-Collage

Robot made from pieces of white paper on a blue background
Sunday, January 12, 1:00–5:30 p.m.

Family Sunday: Journey through Japan 

A lady is showing a fabric to the visitors.
Saturday, January 18, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Adult ARTlab: “Ikebana Essentials: Discovering the Art and Technique of Japanese Flower Arrangement”

Two Japanese Ikebanas are on the table
Saturday, January 25, 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Adult ARTlab: “Make Cute: An Exploration of Kawaii Through Mixed Media”

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