Mordern, Free, Best Art Museums in Nashville

"Known for hosting a spectacular array of fine art from all corners and regions of the world, the Frist has become a popular destination for anybody in the vicinity of downtown Nashville. Even if you’ve been there before, there’s always something new to see since they update their galleries every 6 to 8 weeks. The beautiful art deco building is something to behold; we promise if you venture inside, you won’t forget the breathtaking works of art on display!"

"Since 2001, the Frist Center for the Visual Arts has been proudly showcasing works of visual art. New pieces come through the gallery every six to eight weeks, ensuring that those interested in supporting the Nashville art community are regularly exposed to something fresh. In addition to the various exhibits, the Frist Center also has the Martin ArtQuest Gallery, an interactive art area geared toward children."

"The Parthenon, a full-scale replica of the Athenian original, can be found at Centennial Park. The historical monument was originally built for Tennessee’s 1897 Centennial Exposition. Today, The Parthenon serves as one of Nashville’s art museums featuring 63 paintings by 19th and 20th century American artists."

"The Parthenon is considered as a centerpiece in Nashville's Centennial Park. It's a 42ft tall full scale replica of the Greek Parthenon in Athens. It was built in 1897 for that year's Tennessee Exposition."

"Thirty acres of gardens at the Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art showcase annuals, perennials, and seasonal wildflowers. The…"

"The Carl Van Vechten and Aaron Douglas galleries maintain a permanent collection with over 4,000 works by renown artists including Paul Cezanne, Pablo Picasso, and Diego Rivera. The University also houses African, Oceanic, and Asian art in their permanent and traveling exhibitions. Hours: Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; extended on Thurs-Fri until 7 p.m."

"One of a kind, this historical art collection serves the needs of students and the wider community, as well as showcasing great works of art. Offering a diverse collection, the gallery has sought to increase its holdings of works by internationally recognized contemporary artists. The Fine Arts Collection is used for the development of temporary exhibitions as well as for student study and research."

"Once Upon A Time In France started in 2016 when musician/sound engineer Melvil Arnt left France to start a whole new life in Music City. Born and raised in Paris where he worked in cocktail bars and several restaurants, his passion for wine and French cuisine led him to launch the project of opening what was lacking the most in Nashville, a true wine bar. On the contrary of opening a wine bar or a classic restaurant, they opened what’s called the friendliest, delicious and affordable, staple of the French culture, A Bistro."

"Father and son Laurent Champonnois and Melvil Arnt opened the no-reservations-accepted chic 1920s-inspired French bistro on Gallatin Avenue back in late 2019, and the 45-seat restaurant was a fast favorite for date nights among Nashville locals. Whether the night calls for escargot, foie gras, or beef bourguignon, Once Upon a Time in France serves up romantic vibes and a wallet-friendly wine list as an added bonus."

"Walking from the parking lot to the restaurant you may do a double take. In a hot second, you'll be transported from Nashville to Paris. Father-son duo Melvil Arnt and Laurent Champonnois combined their life-long desires to open a wine bar and a restaurant to create this French bistro."

"Editor’s note: There’s no photo available at the time of writing. Come to this restaurant and enjoy a scrumptious meal in a relaxing atmosphere with a vibrant color scheme while watching people passing by. Ask for a counter or window seat and start the day with a delicious breakfast with dishes such as waffles, pancakes, and scrambled eggs."

"Although table service isn’t currently available on Central Bar and Kitchen’s al fresco patio, you can still grab a seat and put in an order for food and cocktails at the bar. Reservations are available for indoor dining only."

"Ruth's Chris Steak House is another chain of steakhouse restaurant that executes incredibly well and consistently. Go there for a romantic night out, and enjoy classic steakhouse f..."

"It can be hard to find seafood in the landlocked city of Nashville, but The Hook doesn't disappoint. Kids have their own menu of chicken tenders, fish stix, a burger or grilled cheese, and can play with games and see a balloon artist or magician on Saturdays. Reach Jen Todd at 615-313-2760 or on Twitter @jentoddwrites."

"Many of you are probably coming to Nashville soon for the NFL draft, or maybe CMA Fest or a bachelorette weekend or another excuse for a long-weekend getaway. No matter how you’re experiencing Music City, you must make time to eat your way through it—the food scene is absolutely on fire, and some of the best restaurants in Nashville are also the best in the country. The restaurant scene is so dynamic, in fact, that many have closed already before I even had a chance to write them up (R.I.P. Kuchnia & Keller, I hardly knew thee, though I loved what little I saw—and tasted)."

"A post shared by Oak Steakhouse Nashville (@oaksteaknash) on Mar 2, 2019 at 4:21pm PST. Take delight in this fancy place to eat in Nashville located adjacent to the Westin Hotel featuring a chef-driven menu that changes seasonally. Dress in business or resort casual."

"I honestly don't know why this place has so many five stars. We came here to celebrate Father's day yesterday and was incredibly disappointed."

"Before Easter weekend, Christin Cook Zito and her husband, Zito (like Cher or Madonna, he goes by only one name), had never even baked a cinnamon roll. A few months later, they’re the proud owners of pop-up sourdough cinnamon roll bakery, Rock N Rollz Nashville, and they’re clearly rolling in dough — the yummy kind. “You would think, based on the success we’ve had in such a short time, that we had a business plan or it was our dream to start a cinnamon roll thing."