9/21 Heritage Ball
For four decades, the Heritage Ball has underscored the importance of historic preservation here and the efforts of the Heritage Foundation of Franklin & Williamson County to protect the cultural and architectural resources of the community. On Saturday, Sept. 21, the event will commemorate its 40th Anniversary at the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park in Franklin, as the longest-running black tie event in Williamson County. All proceeds from the Heritage Ball benefit the work of the Heritage Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to protect and preserve the architectural, geographic and cultural heritage of Franklin and Williamson County and to promote the ongoing economic revitalization of downtown Franklin in the context of historic preservation.9/22 Fun.
Fun. received six Grammy nominations for the 55th annual Grammy Awards, and were the first rock band to receive nominations in all "Big Four" categories. fun. with Tegan and Sara9/25 Mavis Staples & The Blind Boys of Alabama
Mavis Staples & The Blind Boys of Alabama will be at War Memorial Auditorium in Nashville, TN - September 25, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. MAVIS STAPLES With the groundbreaking family gospel group The Staple Singers ("I'll Take You There", "Respect Yourself") and on her own, Mavis is responsible for blazing a rhythm & blues trail while never relinquishing her gospel roots.9/27-9/29 Harvest Days at the Nashville Zoo
Nashville Zoos Harvest Days, is an annual festival held at the Zoos historic home,Grassmere and features live music, children’s activities, special animal presentations and more. The Croft, Shute and Dunn families lived and worked the land for five generations. Harvest Days celebrates the history of the home and reflects on the days of yore. The Croft House lawn will be a flutter with period artisans and activities as you meander through the scenic lawn, lush gardens and nostalgic farm. Included will be weavers, woodcarvers, quilters and many more displaying their artistry each day. There will be a civil war display, animal presentations, storytelling and several musical groups as well as fun activities such as the pen and ink station, paper doll and wool carding stations. Friday's activities are limited to school groups.9/29 City and Colour
City and Colour’s acoustic, folksy sound will reverberate in the halls of the Ryman September 29. City and Colour, the recording guise of Canadian singer-songwriter Dallas Green, has released three albums and opened for acts such as P!nk.Beyond the Surface - Jack Spencer
Ongoing EventA Nashville resident whose work has been exhibited and collected internationally, Jack Spencer alters the surfaces of his photographs with techniques suggestive of painting-rich tones and colors, softly-focused or veiled forms, slight imperfections and painterly textures. Jack Spencer: Beyond the Surface is composed of approximately 70 photographs that exemplify the relationship between these compelling surfaces and Spencer's interest in myth, mystery and the ephemeral nature of existence. This exhibition is organized by the Frist Center for the Visual Arts and curated by Frist Center Chief Curator Mark Scala. A catalogue published by Vanderbilt University Press will accompany the exhibition. July 12-Oct. 13, 2013 Upper-Level Galleries
Disney's Beauty & the Beast
Ongoing EventThe most beautiful love story ever told comes to life! The romantic Broadway musical for all generations, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is returning to Nashville! Based on the Academy Award®-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including "Be Our Guest" and the beloved title song. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney's Beauty and the Beast at TPAC! Disney's Beauty & the Beast will be at Andrew Jackson Hall in Nashville, TN - September 24 through September 29, 2013
Garbage Matters - Vic Muniz
Ongoing EventVik Muniz is celebrated for his photographs of everyday materials, which have been arranged to reveal provocative and delightfully unexpected images when viewed from a distance. These transformative still lifes often relate to social concerns, as seen in the selections from the series Pictures of Junk and Pictures of Garbage on view in this exhibition. Merging high and low cultures, Muniz used castoff materials to recreate such masterpieces as Botticelli's The Birth of Venus and Jacques Louis David's The Death of Marat. By exploring the relationship between the supposedly timeless beauty of Western art and the grim realities of poverty and waste, Muniz reminds us that great cultural attainments throughout history have often been achieved in environments-and often as a consequence-of repression and economic disparity. This does not alter the greater truth of Muniz's vision: beauty, humanistic values, and spiritual aspiration can be found in the most abject of worlds. This exhibition is organized by the Mint Museum in Charlotte, N.C. Vik Muniz: Garbage Matters June 14-Sept. 15, 2013 Gordon Contemporary Artists Project Gallery
Discovering the Civil War
Ongoing EventThe National Archives holds millions of records, both Union and Confederate. Discovering the Civil War draws on these through letters, diaries, photos, petitions, and patents to give visitors a chance to walk in the shoes of scolars in unlocking secrets, solving mysteries, and uncovering unexpected events from this pivotal point in our nation's history. The exhibit is divided into 12 thematic areas that combine great original treasures, engaging touch screen interactive, and social media tools. Discovering the Civil War runs from February,12 to September 1st, 2013
Heart of Tennessee: A Musical Journey
Ongoing EventStep aboard the General Jackson Showboat, for their Heart of Tennessee: A Musical Journey, celebrates the deeply rich traditions of the music born in the Volunteer State.
