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Metro Nashville Arts Commission or “Metro Arts” is the office of Arts + Culture for Nashville and Davidson County.
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We want to hear from you tonight during the Pre-Budget Public Comment Period at the February 3rd Council Meeting.
Find Acceptable Items for Proof of TN Residency & FAQs at nashville.gov/PublicComment
February 3, 2026 at 6:55 PM
Our next Coffee Talk is Wed, Feb 11, from 9:30–11:00 AM at Visual Minds, Inc. (1012 Nelson Merry St, Nashville, TN, 37203).

Join reps from Visual Minds, Inc., Arts & Business Council of Greater Nashville, and Metro Arts to talk all things local art. Roast & Brews will also be selling refreshments!
February 3, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Metro Council will hold its Pre Budget Public Comment Period on Tuesday, February 3, at 6:30 PM. This is a key moment when community members can share their perspectives on budget related matters that shape the future of our city.
More information is available at Nashville.gov/PublicComment
February 2, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Just a reminder, our next engagement session for the NYCE Empowerment Collection is today! You can visit metroartsnashville.gov/opportunities to register, see the full guidelines, and submit your proposal.
February 2, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Submissions are now open for our NYCE Empowerment Collection RFP! Access the submission link, view the full guidelines, and sign up for an engagement session at: metroartsnashville.gov/opportunities
Reminder, anyone submitting a proposal must attend one virtual engagement session to be eligible.
January 30, 2026 at 3:34 PM
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Contributor Joe Nolan says Nashville’s winter art season is coming in hot with new spaces and familiar faces to brighten the dark days.
Winter Arts Guide 2026: Visual Art
Highlights include new project space RADAR615 and a group show at Random Sample
www.nashvillescene.com
January 22, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Welcome, Jackie Hansom! Jackie brings experience in education, nonprofit leadership and community engaged programming, with a strong commitment to collaboration and expanding access. She looks forward to supporting Nashville’s artists and organizations through thoughtful and accessible grantmaking.
January 22, 2026 at 9:45 PM
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FOOD GIVEAWAY: This Friday, 8am, Nissan Stadium (Lot R - North). We’re hosting our biggest giveaway yet - 1,000 residents/families! Need food or know someone who does, come see us!
January 14, 2026 at 2:03 PM
Metro Arts seeks artists for the Empowerment Collection at NYCE, commissioning twenty site‑specific works for the future Juvenile Justice Court facility. Attendance at one virtual engagement session required. Open Jan 30 to Mar 6. Details at metroartsnashville.gov/opportunities
January 8, 2026 at 3:32 PM
Did you know you can check out original works of art with your Nashville Public Library card?
Metro Arts' Lending Library makes over 100 visual artworks by local artists available for three-month loans. Browse, place an artwork on hold, and bring local art into your everyday life: bit.ly/49YfiQH
November 25, 2025 at 7:38 PM
The 1st Annual Thrive Grant Reunion is this Wednesday, November 12, from 6–8pm at The Parthenon.
This event will celebrate our FY25 Thrive recipients and bring together Nashville’s creative community.
Enjoy live performances, guest speakers, and connect with fellow creatives.
Everyone is welcome!
November 10, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Join us at 6pm tonight (Wednesday, October 22) at Art & Soul Nashville for a Report Back session discussing the policies, process, and outcomes of the FY26 Grant Cycle. This session is open to all and will include time for questions and community feedback.
4340 Sidco Drive Nashville, Tennessee 37204
October 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM