Events

Upcoming events

May 25
Close up view of metal art deco bannister along marble stairwell

Architecture Tour

Saturday, May 25, 2024, 3:30–4:30 p.m.

Meet in the Grand Lobby Free; no reservations necessary

Offered every Saturday 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. Read More
Tours
May 30
Bright multi-colored flowing dress with long flowy sleeves and a gold belt.

Member First Look: Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous and Shahpour Pouyan

Thursday, May 30, 2024, 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.

Reservations are not required

Be one of the first to visit new exhibitions Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous and Shahpour Pouyan: Winter in Paradise on Thursday, May 30. To celebrate, Frist Art Museum members may bring a guest without having to redeem guest passes.   Visit our current members webpage to… Read More
Member Event
May 30
Photo of Alexander McQueen holding a model's hand wearing a white gown as they both smile.

Conversation: Ann Ray with Kelly Peck and Seth Feman

Thursday, May 30, 2024, 6:30–7:30 p.m.

Auditorium Free; first come, first seated

Join Ann Ray, Kelly Peck, Barrett Barrera Projects curator, and Seth Feman, Frist Art Museum executive director and CEO, for this intimate conversation about the exhibition and Ray’s artistic practice and relationship with McQueen. Read More
Lectures + Gallery Talks
May 30
Three garmets on mannequins feauturing interesting materials and dynamic patterns and colors

Thirty-Minute Exhibition Tour 

Thursday, May 30, 2024, 6:30–7:00 p.m.

Gallery admission required

Repeats every Thursday evening
Learn more about Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous on this informal thirty-minute tour with a Frist Art Museum docent. Tours meet at the Ingram Gallery Information Desk. Image: Alexander McQueen. Nude knit and crystal embellished dress, Kaleidoscopic skull print blazer, and kaleidoscopic reptile print dress with… Read More
Tours
May 31
Group of six people smiling, dressed up

Frist Fridays 2024

Friday, May 31, 2024, 7:00–10:00 p.m.

Frist Art Museum Ages 21+

After party at PROOF, W Nashville
We are thrilled to introduce the 2024 season of Frist Fridays—a reimagined series of art and music parties featuring DJ sets, one-night-only art activations, after-parties, and more! Join us Friday, May 31, for the inaugural event celebrating the opening of Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous. Dress to… Read More
Music
Jun 1
Man blowing into a wooden instrument as a mother and daughter watch

Native Resonance Cohort Artist Showcase and Market

Saturday, June 1, 2024, 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Turner Courtyard and Rechter Room Free

Come celebrate and commemorate the debut of the Native American Indian Association’s Native Resonance Artisan cohort with a Native market and showcase hosted by the Frist! This event shines a spotlight on the exceptional talents and contributions of ten Native artisans: Aaliyah Alberts (Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe) Alica Murphy Wildcatt… Read More
Art Demo Family Activity Performance
Jun 2
Black and white photo of woman walking a runway splattered with black paint

Member Morning: Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous and Shahpour Pouyan

Sunday, June 2, 2024, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Reservations are not required

Join us for a members-only viewing of Lee Alexander McQueen & Ann Ray: Rendez-Vous and Shahpour Pouyan: Winter in Paradise on Sunday, June 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. As a benefit of membership, our members are invited to enjoy exclusive viewings of our new exhibitions at… Read More
Member Event
Jun 6
Mom and two daughters drawing on easels

Drop-In Drawing

Thursday, June 6, 2024, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

Gallery admission required Materials included (first come, first served); all skill levels welcome

Occurs the first Thursday evening of the month
Practice different techniques and skills, access technical guidance, and be inspired by the artworks in our galleries and the architecture of our building. Borrow materials from the station near the Ingram Gallery Information Desk or bring your own! (Note that only pencils and digital drawing surfaces are allowed in the… Read More
Jun 8
Saturated ice cream container

The Sweetness of Life Culinary Experience

Saturday, June 8, 2024, 2:30–4:30 p.m.

Auditorium $100 members; $115 not-yet-members (includes gallery admission and parking) Ages 21+

Join us for a sweet and savory culinary experience inspired by Black Joy, in Spite of . . . and African American food, history, art, and photography. Delight your tastebuds with a five-course ice cream tasting, savory bites, frozen confections, and cocktail pairings presented by Lokelani Alabanza (Saturated Ice Cream) with Rhonda Cammon (Perfectly Cordial) and Keshia Hay (Bōtanique).   Read More
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Jun 9
Mother and daughter work on creating an outfit on a mini mannequin

Family Sunday

Sunday, June 9, 2024, 1:00–5:30 p.m.

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

The Frist loves families! On the second Sunday of each month, join us for special kid-friendly programming, a family tour, multisensory gallery experiences, and a visit to Martin ArtQuest.  Here’s what you can enjoy: A Multisensory Exploration Station is available in the galleries from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This station offers opportunities for… Read More
Family Activity

Exhibitions on view today

Closing soon
Mar 1–May 27, 2024

Monuments and Myths: The America of Sculptors Augustus Saint-Gaudens and Daniel Chester French

Man looking up at a large sculpture with Monuments and Myths on the wall beside him
Apr 5–Sep 2, 2024

Black Joy, in Spite of. . .

Young man and woman looking at paintings
Aug 11, 2023–Jul 28, 2024

Afrofuturistic Visions: Dreamscapes of Sicasso

Three women looking around in an elevator with the walls covered in colorful art.