Housed inside Cheekwood, the Cheekwood's Museum of Art is a 30,000-square foot (2,787-square meter) room, which is dedicated to American and British contemporary art. The building is built in a Gregorian-styled mansion with a large collection of paintings by American and British artists. The collections also include silver and one of the most noteworthy collections of Worcester porcelain in America. Cheekwood's Museum of Art has also been selected to house the Matilda Geddings Gray Foundation Collections. A number of exhibitions take place here on a regular basis.
The Nashville Public Square spreads over 5 acres and is possibly the most visited spot in the city. With a great central location, this square has a colossal underground parking lot which serves both impressed visitors and court house employees. Large lawns and fountains add to the beauty and provide a beautiful backdrop, especially on concert days.
The Basement is this off-the-beaten-path, trailblazing venue in Nashville, Tennessee. The rustic venue is quite the music scene in town with artists playing music from a wide range of genres. Enjoy the laidback ambience and the vocal and instrumental acts at the venue along with the choicest of their extensive drinks collection. The place is generally booked way ahead of time but is worth every bit and then some nonetheless. This is a small venue that knows how to focus on the stage and let the juices flow. You will have a great experience every time you are there. As the name suggests, you feel as though your superbly talented friends are playing music for you and a select few others in your basement. This place has all the makings of a launchpad for some hidden gems of performers.
The city of Nashville boasts a unique and singular character that sets it apart from the other cities and towns in the United States. One of the reasons for this distinction is that the city's neighborhoods and areas are rooted deep in history and heritage. The Hillsboro Village, located a few miles southwest of the downtown area, is one such neighborhood that contributes immensely to the city's charm. The neighborhood started as a streetcar suburb, and gradually establishments like theaters, shops, restaurants, bars and more started sprouting up, increasing its popularity as an entertainment spot in the city. The attractions here are best discovered by foot, as the neighborhood is one of the most pedestrian-friendly areas in the city. The Hillsboro Village is also the venue for a plethora of community events, so plan a trip here when visiting Nashville.
Founded by friends Robyn and Bailey in an effort to deliver innovative beers, the Jackalope Brewing Company launched its brewery and associated taproom in May 2011. While the brewery offers guided tours every Saturday, the taproom is a fun space where patrons can taste fresh seasonal and year-round brews. Some of the specialties of Jackalope Brewing Company include the Thunder Ann American Pale Ale, Rompo Red Eye Ale and the Leghorn Rye India Pale Ale. Alongside sampling of the beers, guests can also engage in some spontaneous trivia revelry, held every Thursday night.