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The Chestnut Group: A 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Oct 7
The Chestnut Group: A 25th Anniversary Exhibition

We are thrilled to announce a very special exhibition!

The Customs House Museum & Cultural Center in Clarksville has invited The Chestnut Group to host a premier show this fall. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase our mission and talent in a beautiful museum setting—we can’t wait to see our 25th-anniversary collection come to life!

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The Colors of Shelby Online Show
Nov 2
The Colors of Shelby Online Show

The Colors of Shelby Online Show

Continue the Colors of Shelby experience online!

Browse original paintings of Shelby Park by Chestnut Group artists, including work from the in-person show, all available to view and purchase from home.

Every sale supports conservation efforts in our parks through our non-profit partner, Friends of Shelby Park & Bottoms.

Visit the Online Show

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Fall Plein Air Day at The Hermitage
Nov 7
Fall Plein Air Day at The Hermitage

You're Invited: Plein Air Day at The Hermitage

Join The Chestnut Group for a day of art, competition, and community at Andrew Jackson's Hermitage!

Saturday, November 7th, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Rain date: Saturday, November 14)

Watch our artists paint live on the historic grounds, browse and purchase original artwork, and see who takes home the top prize in our Plein Air Competition.

Plein Air Competition
Chestnut Group artists compete from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM for a chance to win cash prizes.

Workshops
Throughout the day, Chestnut Group artists will lead four 2-hour painting workshops (10:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–3:00 PM) — a great opportunity for visitors to try plein air painting themselves.

Visit the events page on the Hermitage website to register.

Shop Original Art
Many of our artists will have original paintings and prints available for purchase throughout the day.

Location
Andrew Jackson's Hermitage
4580 Rachel's Lane
Nashville, TN 37076

We hope to see you there!

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Opening Reception: A 25th Anniversary Exhibition
Nov 7
Opening Reception: A 25th Anniversary Exhibition

Please join us for the Opening Reception of our 25th Anniversary Exhibition!

This premier show is a showcase our collective talent and mission in a stunning museum setting.

We are thrilled to celebrate a quarter-century of "painting with purpose" at the beautiful Customs House Museum!

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