Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Nashville, Tennessee

Botanical Garden

About

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is a historic 55-acre estate in Nashville, Tennessee, that combines botanical gardens, arboretum, and museum experiences for the public. Originally the family home of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, this extraordinary 1930s property now serves as a cultural landmark featuring eight distinct botanical gardens, an extensive arboretum, world-class art exhibitions, and educational programming for visitors of all ages. The organization offers community outreach programs, school partnerships, and adult education classes designed to inspire appreciation for horticulture, art, and estate history. Through memberships, volunteer opportunities, and varied programming, Cheekwood provides accessible ways for the Nashville community to engage with botanical science, environmental stewardship, and cultural enrichment at one of the region's premier horticultural destinations.

Programs

Botanical Garden & Arboretum tours
Children's Programs
School and Community Outreach Programs
Adult Education Programs
Orchid Terrariums workshop
Orchid Still Life Drawing
Orchid Image Transfers
Math in Bloom
Family-friendly activities
Garden and art-related classes and events

Focus Areas

Native PlantsTennessee FloraEducation