Jun 14, 2024 • 9 min read
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Nashville might be known as a party spot—and a very good party spot it is— but the city also has an incredibly rich history and the museums and galleries to match. From walking through a country music-focused history to visiting Ancient Greece for the day (yes, really) there’s such an abundance of museums that you’ll likely struggle to fit them all into your itinerary.
If you’re planning a trip to Nashville, we’ve made it simple for you. Here are some of the best galleries and museums that every first-timer should consider checking out:
Even if you’re not a fan of country music, spending an afternoon at the Country Music Hall of Fame is well worth it. The world’s largest museum and research center dedicated to the preservation of American vernacular music, the museum is home to an impressive collection of artifacts and interactive exhibits.
Likewise, even if you’re not a huge Johnny Cash fan, make some time to check out The Johnny Cash Museum & Cafe. This red-brick museum will take you through the life and lasting influence of Johnny Cash in a fun and engaging fashion.
Frist Art Museum, an art exhibition hall, housed in Nashville’s historic U.S. Post Office building, is an art and design lovers dream come true. Designed by Marr & Holman Architects, the classic Art Deco building is just as striking as the collection inside.
Anyone who has spent any time in Nashville will tell you to make a stop at the Grand Ole Opry—and for good reason. The weekly country music stage concert started out as a one-hour radio "barn dance" back in 1925. These days, it’s known as “country’s most famous stage” and hosts everyone from country legends to contemporary artists.
If you’ve never traveled to Greece, well, Nashville has got you covered. The city’s nickname, the “Athens of the South,” influenced the shining star of Centennial Park (just west of downtown). The exact replica of the Grecian Parthenon was built to be the centerpiece of the 1897 Centennial Exposition and became so well-loved by the city, it has been maintained as a permanent structure ever since.
The Belmont Mansion, also known as Acklen Hall, is a historic mansion built in 1853 by built by Joseph and Adelicia Acklen to serve as the center of their summer estate. It has since been everything from a girl’s school to a university. Today it functions as a museum and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1971.
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