Art

The Arcade 

Built in 1902, this architectural landmark spans two city blocks and has been thoughtfully updated. Artists’ studios line the periphery of the upper floors, while the ground-level storefronts feature a range of contemporary tenants. 

Carl Van Vechten Gallery at Fisk University

This gallery on Fisk University’s campus is often curated with art by a mix of historic artists of the 20th century, like Aaron Douglas and Greg Ridley, and contemporary ones from around North Nashville. The exhibitions reflect the tremendous range of Fisk’s impact.

David Lusk Gallery

David Lusk Gallery is the best Wedgewood-Houston spot for serious art collectors and connoisseurs, with a selection of works from the region’s biggest talents — from William Eggleston to Red Grooms.

Elephant Gallery

Some of the most interesting contemporary art in town happens at Elephant Gallery. The gallery, which also houses a handful of artists’ studios, hosts solo shows from emerging locals as well as offbeat curated exhibitions you won’t find anywhere else in town.

Frist Art Museum

Nashville’s best art museum has a rotating selection of traveling exhibitions as well as a few original shows curated into the bunch. Expect a wide variety for both the specialist and the nonspecialists in your crowd. 

Hatch Show Print

Hatch is the legendary letterpress print shop that helped create Nashville’s first signature style — woodblock prints of country music acts. A must-see spot for lovers of history, country music, printmaking and art.* 

Red Arrow

Red Arrow is East Nashville’s most relevant gallery. The modest white-box space packs an outsized punch with its forward-thinking curation of local, regional and nationally recognized artists.

Tinney Contemporary

In 2026, Tinney Contemporary celebrates its 20th year in its downtown building. The contemporary gallery hosts rotating exhibitions of established and emerging artists from all over, including Nashville-based artists Wendy Walker Silverman, Marilyn Murphy and James Perrin.