Cheekwood
Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosTennessee, United States51-200 Employees
Cheekwood is a 55-acre botanical garden and art museum located on the historic Cheek estate in Nashville, Tennessee. The property began as the home of Leslie and Mabel Cheek in 1929 and was transformed into a museum of art and botanical gardens in 1960, integrating landscape design with a historic house and collections. It welcomes more than 400,000 visitors each year and counts over 20,000 member households, reflecting its status as a major cultural venue in the city. The institution offers programming for all ages and organizes seasonal events, including extensive spring bulb displays and winter holiday lights, with activities geared toward families and general audiences. In 2026, Cheekwood was recognized as one of the best botanical gardens in the United States, illustrating its standing in the national garden and museum community.