Nashville's Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

Cheekwood Estate & Gardens is a historic 55-acre botanical garden and arboretum located in Nashville, Tennessee, serving as both a premier cultural institution and a center for horticultural education. Originally the family estate of Mabel and Leslie Cheek, this extraordinary 1930s property now functions as a public museum featuring cultivated gardens, an arboretum, art galleries, and a historic mansion. The organization offers diverse educational programming and community outreach initiatives designed to inspire visitors of all ages to appreciate botanical science, garden design, and environmental stewardship. Through seasonal displays, guided tours, specialized classes, and interactive programs, Cheekwood engages the Nashville community in learning about plants, gardens, and the natural world while maintaining its significant arboretum collection across distinct garden spaces.