Tennessee State Museum, SE corner of Rosa Parks Blvd. and Jefferson St.

[Nathan_in_DC]

6 hours ago, PHofKS said:

They should open branch museums in East and West Tennessee with some of that surplus. I'm sure Jackson or Memphis would love to have one and might help finance it.

Indeed, a Museum of West Tennessee in Memphis would be awesome! East Tennessee already has the East Tennessee History Museum in Knoxville, but maybe Chattanooga?

[donNdonelson2]

The current exhibit in the gallery that features temporary displays is from the museum’s extensive quilt collection. Beautifully presented and informative. Exhibit continues through July 7.

https://tnmuseum.org/temporary-exhibits/temporary exhibits/betweenthelayers

The first quilt pictured below is the oldest dated quilt known to exist in the state.

[markhollin]

[nashvylle]

A beautiful design, and I love the location along bicentennial park. 

[GreenHillsBoy]

3 hours ago, markhollin said:

If you have not been, be sure to go, it is so well done and very impressive.  I would suggest going in the afternoon as the mornings are filled with children, most of whom could care less and can be very annoying when trying to read or enjoy the many mini movies about various periods of time.  

[donNdonelson2]

Sunday afternoons are usually good at the museum, as well. 

I like that they have a gallery available for temporary exhibitions (both from their collections, or loaned items). This keeps the museum attractive for return visits.

The gift shop is also well stocked with interesting items.

[downtownresident]

It’s such a great stop after lunch at the Farmers Market on weekends. I need to get back and check out the current temporary exhibit. 

[KJHburg]

Very nice museum and good special exhibits on Food in TN and Music in TN. 

that skillet is from Princes Hot Chicken original to the first restaurant. 

Man in Black Mr Cash's suit.

One of Dolly's outfits for a performance. 

[CaptainJilliams]

I love the view of the skyline from the museum balcony.

I also like how in the last photo of the skyline you can see Nashville Yards starting to rise.

[markhollin]

Visited the museum again last week, the first time since opening day.  Some new additions since then, including the Children's Learning Center:

 

[donNdonelson2]

Tennessee State Museum has been honored with an international award for its lighting design.

https://hga.com/tennessee-state-museum-wins-international-lighting-award/?fbclid=IwAR1X2s5VRXqoJksPXyDxM_aHB1pJpbvqpoTJdLi-39RRxZOkSODwsCBi5gI

[markhollin]

The Tennessee State Museum received a 2020 Excellence in Development Award from Urban Land Institute's Nashville Chapter.

More behind the Nashville Post paywall here:

https://www.nashvillepost.com/business/development/article/21143671/uli-nashville-recognizes-seven-local-projects
 

[nashvylle]

We are so lucky to have that and the TN archives next door 

[markhollin]

Courtesy of Aerial Innovations:

[FromParkAveToTN]

Weird!!! Why didn't they put this museum in the location of the new African American Music Museum and the African American Music Museum in this location close to Jefferson St.  

I'll never get to visit the African American Music Museum because of its location on Broadway. 

[smeagolsfree]

7 hours ago, FromParkAveToTN said:

Weird!!! Why didn't they put this museum in the location of the new African American Music Museum and the African American Music Museum in this location close to Jefferson St.  

I'll never get to visit the African American Music Museum because of its location on Broadway. 

The state owned the land where their project sits and they needed more space. It also works better on the mall with other state buildings and the NMAAM is a private museum. The NMAAM wanted to go on the TSM site but they didnt own the land.

[AF-Nash]

7 hours ago, FromParkAveToTN said:

Weird!!! Why didn't they put this museum in the location of the new African American Music Museum and the African American Music Museum in this location close to Jefferson St.  

I'll never get to visit the African American Music Museum because of its location on Broadway. 

[titanhog]

I would imagine the NMAAM decided Lower Broad was a good initial place to be, considering foot traffic and the fact they were able to get a sweet deal from the city to be placed in that location.  I would also imagine that if they grow…bring in huge numbers of visitors…and are able to financially set aside money….they will eventually build a stand-alone museum elsewhere.

[AF-Nash]

^This ParkAveToTN persona never posts/adds any serious contributions.  Seems like as if he/she is always trolling.

[Nashvillain]

^ Sometimes, maybe. But within the sarcasm could be a legitimate concern that some people don't feel welcome, or safe, on Broadway

[smeagolsfree]

Its our Comic relief. I always liked the Break wind comment instead of break ground!

[nashvylle]

4 hours ago, Nashvillain said:

^ Sometimes, maybe. But within the sarcasm could be a legitimate concern that some people don't feel welcome, or safe, on Broadway

Safety is a concern at the TN State Museum site too at certain times. I think putting the NMAAM at 5th & Broadway, which is not only the most valuable real estate location in Nashville (and maybe Tennessee), but also among the honky tonks, speaks volumes. Nashville leadership ensured  the city is inclusive in its investments and also gives the NMAAM the best location to succeed.

[markhollin]