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HIGH JEWELLERY

Frédéric Rouzaud

Président & CEO

Maison Louis Roederer

Nicolas Glumineau

General Manager & Winemaker

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Champagne Louis Roederer • Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande • Château de Pez

Diamond Creek Vineyards • Merry Edwards Winery & Vineyards • Domaines Ott • Roederer Estate

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91 Celebrating the Silver Screen

A Red Carpet Evening supports the Belcourt Theatre and honors the theatrical experience

95 Well Said Humor and honesty take center stage as Centerstone rallies support for critical mental health services

96 Shifting Perspective

An intimate evening of art and impact sets the stage for the Frist’s milestone year

Lifting Spirits

The 15th annual Reaching New Heights luncheon builds bridges to recovery

100 Circle of Daisies

Leaders gather to support NAHT’s work at the Daisy Circle Ladies Leadership Luncheon

103 Making a Difference

A Country Thing Happened On the Way to Cure Parkinson’s wows its largest crowd yet

107 Up a Tree

Nashville Zoo’s Conservation Luncheon spotlights the tree kangaroo

108 What’s in My Bag

Power of the Purse returns for another knockout year

110 Green Oases

The Land Trust for Tennessee’s Music on the Farm offers revelry in nature and support for conservation

In Our Words

look at dwellings, domiciles and sanctuaries

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Kathryn Brown at her home, photographed by Eric England. For more on our 2026 Homes of Distinction, turn to page 31.

Coming Home

A look at dwellings, domiciles and sanctuaries

AS SPRING SETTLES IN, many of us rush outside to soak up sunshine and greenspaces after months indoors. But what about the places we retreat to in harsher seasons — the ones we shape, both intentionally and incidentally, with the objects and memories we collect over time?

In this issue, we present our 2026 Homes of Distinction. As more people move to Music City, the search for beautiful homes has grown increasingly competitive. These residences reflect not only refined style but also a true sense of comfort and retreat.

Madeleine Bradford complements our homes coverage, speaking with Preserve Nashville leaders about protecting our city’s architectural history through a new strategic alliance. And Chris Chamberlain takes us inside Lion’s Share, a just-opened local hotspot in the beloved McCabe Pub’s former home. Ria Skyer explores Cheekwood’s new exhibition, America the Beautiful: National Parks & Landmarks by Rail. She also takes readers aboard a Copenhagen-to-Oslo cruise.

Event season is in full swing, marked by milestone celebrations like the TPAC Gala, honoring 45 years of theater, and the Frist Gala, commemorating 25 years of the Frist Art Museum. We also share highlights from one of the city’s most anticipated Oscars parties, A Red Carpet Evening. A Country Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s returns for its fourth year, raising funds for the Michael J. Fox Foundation. And across the city, inspiring gatherings continue with the Reclaiming Lives Luncheon, the Reaching New Heights luncheon, the NAHT Daisy Circle Leadership Luncheon and the Nashville Zoo Conservation Luncheon.

Whether defined by four walls, a shared table or a sense of purpose, the places we call home extend far beyond architecture. They live in the communities we build, the causes we champion and the moments we gather to celebrate. In this issue, we invite you to explore not just where we live, but how we create meaning within those spaces — and why it matters now more than ever.

BY JANET KURTZ

Janet moved to Nashville 27 years ago. She is an avid reader, traveler and collector of fountain pens, and she lives in downtown Nashville with her husband, Ron, and their dog, Julep. Email her at jkurtz@nfocusmagazine.com or follow her on Instagram @musiccitytraveler

Editorial

founding editor

Herbert Fox Jr.

editor-in-chief

Janet Kurtz

contributing editor

Lindsey Lanquist

associate editor

Madeleine Bradford

social correspondent

Gloria Houghland

editorial intern

Ria Skyer

contributors

Beth Alexander, Chris Chamberlain,

Whitney Clay, Carrington Fox, Hannah Herner, Margaret Littman, Hamilton

Matthew Masters, Nicolle Praino, D. Patrick

Rodgers, Nancy Vienneau

Art

art director

Christie Passarello

senior photographer

Eric England

staff photographer

Angelina Castillo

contributing photographers/videographers

Tausha Dickinson, Michael Scott Evans, Peyton Hoge, Iris Leonardo, Hamilton

Matthew Masters, Daniel Meigs

graphic designers

Sandi Harrison, Mary Louise Meadors, Tracey Starck

Advertising

advertising solutions consultants

Teresa Birdsong, Kailey Idziak, Michael Jezewski, Carla Mathis, Heather Cantrell

Mullins, Allie Robbins, Niki Tyree, Andrea Vasquez, Alissa Wetzel

sales operations manager

Chelon Hasty

advertising solutions associates

Audry Houle, Jack Stejskal

Marketing

events director

Robin Fomusa

event manager

Tristan Maryanski

director of brand partnerships

Alissa Wetzel

Circulation

circulation manager

Gary Minnis

Business

president

Mike Smith

chief financial officer

Todd Patton

chief operating officer

Elizabeth Jones

chief revenue officer

Olivia Moye Britton

IT director

John Schaeffer

digital director

Caroline Prater

Owner FW Publishing, LLC

Ndesign: David Clair, Clair & Co.

Old World designs meet contemporary culture

IF YOU’RE MAKING a list of situations where the Old World comfortably collides with contemporary culture, look no further than Clair & Co., where antiques restoration expert David Clair will restore the gilding on an 18th-century mirror or replace the leather top on an English Edwardian desk, all in exchange for payment in Bitcoin.

Of course, David accepts old-timey tender as well, but his ease with cryptocurrency — marked by the decal on his storefront window — speaks to his nimbleness in mastering new technologies, whether collecting payments on the blockchain or repairing an antique grand piano that was shattered in transit from England to the U.S.

David’s studio and showroom in Wedgewood-Houston, across Fourth Avenue from the Nashville City Cemetery, abound with treasures in various states of disrepair. Chests, tables, candelabra, mirrors, oil paintings and sculptures wait patiently in a room that reads like an orderly mashup of a Downton Abbey home and an auto-collision repair shop, with its practically punk-rock juxtaposition of handwoven rugs and gilt frames against industrial tool drawers and exposed building elements. On any given day, a rustic French fruitwood table with a damaged top, a ceramic feline statue with a broken paw, and a 5-foot gold-framed mirror with shattered rope trim all anticipate the skilled TLC of David, inked with tattoos and possibly wearing a vintage Morrissey T-shirt.

Born in Clarksville, Tenn., and raised in Texas and Maryland, David says he “grew up in a workshop.” He learned at the foot of his carpenter father and eventually became an apprentice for a cabinetmaker who worked for the French embassy in Washington, D.C. That early hands-on, craft-based résumé developed David’s expertise in artwork and furniture restoration and gave him a fluency in design taxonomy — Louis XIV-XVI, Empire, Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau and Deco — that would make an art history major swoon. Soon after graduating high school, David became a resource to insurance companies to assess and restore damages, with projects at landmark venues including The Jefferson Hotel in Washington, D.C., the offices of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Irish Embassy.

Along the way, David began buying and selling antiques, concentrating on 18thand 19th-century works, before eventually tightening his focus to restoration and moving to Nashville’s Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood in 2022. He recently relocated to his current storefront, which he shares with interior designer Kristy Cohn and her collection of art and accessories.

“Honestly, I can repair just about anything you see in a house,” says David, who demonstrates his broad-based technical skills, including French polishing, hand lacquering and furniture modification, through an active social media presence. His Instagram provides endless distraction for armchair woodworkers who enjoy laborious and gritty before-and-after videos of sanding, filling, finishing and coloring artifacts back to their former grandeur.

Stashed among the projects awaiting David’s painstaking renovation and repair, there’s also a raft of apparently pristine objects, whose former flaws David has seamlessly erased. Tables and chairs with buttery finishes restored, oil portraits with decades of fireplace soot removed, and inlaid surfaces patched like perfect puzzles now await shopping or shipping to homes in Nashville and beyond.

BY CARRINGTON FOX PHOTOGRAPH BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

What: Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa

Where: Point Clear, Ala.

Distance from Nashville: 453 miles

Why it stands out: This historic resort pays homage to its past while offering a modern-day oasis with amenities today’s travelers appreciate.

Worth the Drive: Grand Hotel

Golf Resort & Spa

For more than a century, this resort has drawn visitors to its waterfront shores

BUILT IN 1847, the Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa was once a 40-room hotel on the banks of Alabama’s Mobile Bay, only accessible by steamboat. Today, the hotel has been through ownership changes, climate disasters and different uses. Much has changed — you can now drive there, for example — but the water remains its focus and allure all these years later.

Over the decades, the Grand Hotel has served as a Civil War hospital and a World War II maritime training ground. It’s faced multiple hurricanes (Frederick and Katrina, to name two). And over time, it’s grown and evolved.

Today, the hotel boasts 405 rooms that dot a manicured property, replete with old moss-laden live oak trees that have witnessed its many eras and an on-site marina that welcomes pleasure boats over military transportation. In 2011, the hotel became a member of the Historic Hotels of America group. And while the hotel has been renovated many times over the years, its 1980 acquisition by the Marriott Corporation and $35 million expansion in 2018 cemented its reputation as a modern Southern classic.

The Grand Hotel is located in Point Clear, Ala., a tiny unincorporated community just south of Fairhope,

about 30 miles from the better-known beach destination Gulf Shores. While close to the beach, Point Clear offers its own oasis, worlds away from spring break crowds. That’s how the Grand Hotel has attracted generations of loyal guests.

Today, you can choose how you want to experience the Grand Hotel complex’s 550 acres. You can walk or bike down the Eastern Shore Trail, admiring the natural beauty of Baldwin County. Or you can grab a beach chair and umbrella and do the same from a laidback position. There are history and horticulture talks for those who love to learn, and championship croquet lawns and golf courses for more active travelers. The resort, with its pool water slide and free bikes and paddleboards, is well-suited for families, but it’s also large enough that grown-ups can have more intimate experiences.

Point Clear faces due west, showing why sunsets on Mobile Bay are things of beauty and renown. As the sky turns orange, you’ll want to be in position to see the skyline of Mobile disappear and the blue herons and pelicans dive into the water for their supper. The way the point juts into Mobile Bay means you have water views on two sides, giving you sweeping seascapes to take in.

WHAT’S NEARBY

Downtown Fairhope is less than 4 miles north of the hotel, and in it, you’ll find independently owned boutiques, restaurants, shops and galleries, plus the Eastern Shore Art Center. First Friday Art Walks are a popular way to stroll through this historic Hallmark-esque downtown, but there’s no bad time to explore. And Gulf Shore’s whitesand beaches are just 30 miles away.

WHAT TO DO

Golf is in the resort’s name, and it’s a big part of the experience here, with two par 72 courses on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, plus golf lessons for adults and kids. There’s also a full-service spa and a fitness center overlooking the water.

Jump in the large family-friendly outdoor pool (complete with a water slide), relax at the adults-only pool or enjoy the indoor pool’s ocean views. Pass the time with pickleball, tennis, croquet, bicycling, paddleboarding or sailing. Or lace up your walking shoes and stroll down the scenic boardwalk, taking in the area’s historic homes and massive trees. Every day at 3:45 p.m., a procession heads from the Grand Hotel main lobby to Mobile Bay, where a cannon is fired to honor Americans who died in battle. No matter what’s on the schedule, though, make sure you’re facing west as the sun goes down. A Mobile Bay sunset cannot be missed.

WHERE TO EAT

The resort offers more places to eat than you’ll be able to try in a week. Bayside Grill focuses on locally grown ingredients. Local Market is the go-to for to-go snacks and pastries. Jubilee Poolside Bar & Grill is great for a quick sandwich or cocktail. And Bucky’s Lounge boasts a piano bar and a long whiskey list. Sunday brunch is a local tradition. Little Bird, helmed by James Beard Foundation Award nominee Bill Briand, is just 10 minutes away in Fairhope.

HOW TO GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP

The resort has 405 rooms, some (in the main building) with more of a historic feel and others with a more modern beach cottage aesthetic. If available, nab a room with a balcony. Of course, those with a view of Mobile Bay are legendary, but those that look out at the resort’s manicured landscape are lovely, too.

BY MARGARET LITTMAN PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF THE GRAND HOTEL GOLF RESORT & SPA

HOMES OF DISTINCTION

HOW OFTEN DO we walk into a home and instantly understand something about its owner? Perhaps we share their taste in art or appreciation for natural materials. Or maybe the home’s butter-yellow walls take us back to our grandmother’s living room. But reliably, we get a sense of how the owner likes to live — how they entertain, rest and escape in the place they call home.

In our annual Homes of Distinction issue, we explore eight distinctive properties currently on the market. While there are plenty of nice homes in Nashville, these spaces stand out for their exemplary design and irresistibly inviting feel. After all, the most remarkable homes aren’t merely designed to be seen, but to be lived in.

4410 Truxton Place

THE ESTATE AT 4410 Truxton Place, situated on nearly 2.5 acres in Belle Meade, is a perfect example of thoughtful design.

A hedge of stately backyard magnolia trees adds to the property’s serenity and privacy. The screened-in porch boasts not just a fireplace, but a barrel ceiling with built-in heaters. The primary bedroom offers dual bathrooms and closets, ensuring everyone has exactly as much space as they need. Acclaimed architect Edwin Keeble originally designed the 1970 home.

And when the current owners purchased it in 2015, they worked with Pfeffer Torode architects to do a thorough renovation and addition, which included a pool and pool house. Gavin Duke of Duke Design Group handled the landscaping.

The just over 10,000-square-foot home boasts five bedrooms — plus five full bathrooms and three half baths in the main house. The beautifully appointed pool house, which is over 900 square feet, has a full kitchen, one bedroom and one full bath.

While large, the house feels like a home meant to be lived in, with lots of comfortable rooms, dual home offices, a flex space and even a cozy reading nook — complete with draperies you can draw to tune out the world. The kitchen, abounding with light-blue and cream cabinetry, features a spacious quartzite island, Wolf range and Subzero refrigerator.

Other highlights include an elevator in the main home, a four-car garage, an irrigation system, a back-up generator that covers the house,

and a security system with 13 cameras on property. The backyard oasis offers a dreamy outdoor shower — plus a gas firepit and outdoor kitchen perfect for entertaining. The saltwater pool and in-ground chlorine spa are heated, and both have retractable covers and auto-fill features. As is the case across the property, no detail has been overlooked.

BY WHITNEY CLAY PHOTOGRAPHS BY REALKIT

Laura Stroud (615.330.5811) and Lisa Fernandez-Wilson (615.478.3632) at French King Fine Properties

Meade Haven, 1201 Belle Meade Blvd.

WHAT MANY SEE when they first visit 1201 Belle Meade Blvd. is a stately Georgian-style estate offering perfect symmetry between the façade, black shutters and columned entry. But, built in 1929, Meade Haven is a study in contrast. Crisp white interiors give way to bold lacquered details, and playful patterns bring new life to the historic

home. The property embodies a true Belle Meade legacy — offering a master class in balancing tradition with personality and decorative confidence. At Meade Haven, entertaining is easy, with multiple zones that support both large-scale and intimate gatherings. The main living room balances traditional architecture with fresh, feminine

design. In the kitchen, an invitingly oversized marble island opens into a family room bursting with natural light and topped with a coffered ceiling. Hand-painted scenic wallpaper transforms the dining room into a destination, its turquoise palette introducing a kind of energy and optimism rarely seen in more formal rooms.

A Palm-Beach-inspired garden room — which feels equal parts conservatory and cocktail lounge — offers easy indoor-outdoor living, while a navy lacquered library or study delivers a masculine counterpoint to the home’s softer spaces.

Each of the five bedrooms reads like a private suite with its own personality. Clever use of wallpaper, textiles and symmetry gives every room a designed, editorial finish. And the marble bathrooms offer spa-level luxury — both in scale and finish.

The architecture of the home seamlessly carries into the outdoor spaces, including a backyard that feels structured yet relaxed. The pool offers an alluring way to unwind on a hot day, while a covered pavilion adds convenience for entertaining.

While many luxury homes in Nashville play it safe, this one takes risks — and executes them with aplomb.

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY REALKIT

$18,000,000 CONTACT Steve Fridrich (615.300.5900) at Fridrich & Clark Realty

The Manning, 120 Woodmont Blvd., #302

IF YOUR NONNEGOTIABLES are comfort, elegance, ease and privacy, look no further than The Manning. The buzzy Belle Meade condominium offers resort living at home — and it’s hard not to be wowed when entering the premises. The building’s architecture by Lowen+Associates is classic yet contemporary. Floor-to-ceiling marble, an inviting 24-hour concierge

and calming spa-like music greet visitors upon arrival, instantly evoking peace and relaxation.

While private and exclusive, The Manning is designed to facilitate community. The property’s many gathering spaces include a grand salon, pool, pavilion, wellness center, board room and library (perfect for playing Mahjong). And the on-site caterer’s

kitchen and dining room make The Manning an ideal spot for hosting — whether it’s a fundraiser or a family get-together.

Each area is outfitted with hand-sourced materials, finishes and décor that create an at-home experience you won’t get anywhere else (notice the Baccarat sconces glimmering throughout). The building offers

two wings of residences and 36 units, all of which are bespoke. Homeowners are encouraged to infuse their spaces with flair and personal style — and no two homes are alike.

Suite 302 showcases how personalization is synonymous with The Manning experience. The now-on-the-market unit is fully furnished by renowned designer Robin Rains, who tastefully mixed antiques with contemporary pieces. Thanks to the previous owner, who combined two bedrooms to create an oversized primary suite, the

layout is exceedingly open. Like every other unit, the spacious balcony features a vented Wolf grill and unbeatable views of the Nashville skyline.

As luxury and security go hand in hand, a private wine locker and storage unit are included. And for residents who want friends and family to experience The Manning’s tranquility for themselves, there’s a rentable guest suite downstairs.

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY STUDIO BUELL

ADDRESS

120 Woodmont Blvd #302, Nashville, TN 37205

LIST PRICE

$5,095,000

CONTACT

Beth Molteni (beth@themanning.com), LaRawn Rhea (larawn@themanning.com), Marsha Simoneaux (marsha@themanning.com) at Fridrich & Clark Realty

Hillcote, 3800 Woodlawn Drive

WE DON’T ACTUALLY have data to confirm that Hillcote is, in fact, the longest house in Nashville. But the lengthy stroll from the luxe first-floor owner’s suite at the west end to the three-bay garage at the east end provides a superlative tour of the beautiful and thoughtful details updating the timeless Tudor-style country estate to 21st-century living.

Built in 1914 on sprawling grounds, the property today retains 2.48 acres, with new privacy fencing, manicured formal garden parterres, an expansive swimming pool, a lighted tennis court updated for pickleball and basketball, and indoor spaces gracefully connected to outdoor living on bluestone patios and Tennessee Crab Orchard stone terraces.

A 2002 Junior League of Nashville Designers’ Show House, the timbered stucco home preserves the vintage elegance of architectural millwork, hardwood floors, multiple fireplaces, a slate roof, and leaded-glass windows and French doors — with contemporary updates to maximize natural light and frame picturesque views of towering trees and lush topiary gardens.

The recently updated interiors cascade from one memorable space to another, preserving the character of a century-old estate with functionality for modernday entertaining. A gleaming white and stainless-steel kitchen leads to multiple family areas and impressive public spaces, including a grand salon, a banquet-sized dining room, a billiards room with a black-and-white marble-tiled floor, and an orangerie bathed with natural light through a vaulted pyramidal ceiling, whose leaded-glass panels can be raised and lowered to adjust temperatures in the greenhouse as the seasons shift.

With five bedrooms and seven baths on two stories, an encapsulated basement, and an outbuilding at the rear of the hydrangea-heavy grounds, this longstanding architectural landmark invites a new generation of gracious in-town country living in one of Nashville’s loveliest — and longest — residential properties.

BY CARRINGTON FOX PHOTOGRAPHS BY REALKIT AND SHOWCASE PHOTOGRAPHERS

LIST PRICE

$7,450,000

CONTACT

Rick French (615.604.2323, rick@frenchking.com) at French King Fine Properties

515 Hillwood Drive

WIND PAST THE iron security gate up through Hillwood’s hilly woods to find Old Hollywood glamour perched on 15 secluded acres of forest in a rare setting of timeless privacy and perspectives. Spiraling up the sylvan driveway, you’ll see Classical symmetry come into focus, as columns, sculpture niches and a covered portico recall the traditional balance of an Italian Renaissance Palladian-style villa. But the daring flair at this unique address would have been progressive in Nashville’s architectural

landscape of its day. Built in 1971, this innovative aerie wraps three single-story wings around a flagstone courtyard with a saltwater swimming pool, setting a nontraditional and cinematic stage for Southern hospitality.

Open the grand double front doors to a dramatic axial view, leading straight through the house to the colonnade and pool — with a hot tub pavilion in the distance. Inside, where ceilings soar between and 10 and 16 feet, natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows illuminates updated

surfaces, such as quartz countertops in the kitchen and epoxy floors in the three-car garage. Timeless original finishes include stone fireplaces, warm cherry paneling, and terrazzo, black-and-white marble tile and hardwood floors.

The home’s longtime owners and stewards have made recent updates, including a steam shower and heated floors in one of the two owner’s suite bathrooms. A white and stainless-steel kitchen with a tumbled travertine backsplash opens into a breakfast room and then a grand dining room. The clos-

ets, including some with walk-in cedar-lined storage, could host a Hollywood wardrobe department.

The flow and volume of this four-bedroom, 6,000-square-foot house invite active entertaining, with large rooms for gathering and ample parking on the peak. Elevated and elegant, this film-worthy setting is ready for its close-up and its next chapter of hilltop hospitality.

BY CARRINGTON FOX PHOTOGRAPHS BY REALKIT

ADDRESS 515 Hillwood Drive, Nashville, TN 37205

LIST PRICE

$11,900,000

CONTACT

Richard Bryan (615.533.8353, richardfbryan@gmail.com) at Fridrich & Clark Realty

Blackberry Estate, 325 Gun Club Road

WITH ITS FLUID, open layout and ample gathering spaces, Blackberry Estate by Rockwood Development was crafted with entertainers in mind.

Reminiscent of Southall Farm & Inn, the home uses natural materials — walnut, stone and marble — to warm its modern interior.

Upon entry, your gaze jumps straight to the backyard pool, limestone porch and sunken stone firepit — a sleek, al fresco take on a conversation pit. Double marble kitchen islands and a caterer’s kitchen, hidden by a sliding door, make meal prep easy, and a built-in espresso machine is guaranteed to boost morale. When it’s time to eat, the dining room’s artful light fixture by CG Studio Interiors — strung across the ceiling like beaded jewelry — is sure to spark conversation.

Memorable gatherings often include a few party tricks, and this home offers plenty. The biometric front door unlocks by recognizing your face. Inside, architect Michael Katsaitis of MK Studio stashed a coat closet and

movie theater behind secret doors. The house’s second office hides behind a mural painted by local artist Mobe. There’s even a built-in humidor in the club room, complemented by a luxurious bar and abundant natural light.

Now, let’s talk logistics. The five-car garage and shaded driveway provide sufficient parking. And yes — even your dogs are invited to the party. A pet room near the garage comes complete with built-in crates, food and water bowls, and a floor drain for convenient cleanup.

Once the festivities come to a close, the 8,608-square-foot property’s five serene bedrooms offer a welcome respite. Think high ceilings, tall windows and calming earth tones. For further relaxation, visit the infrared sauna — which only enhances the home’s resort-like feel.

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY JASON GREER, MOTIONWRKCREATIVE

ADDRESS

325 Gun Club Road, Nashville, TN 37205

LIST PRICE

$8,499,000

CONTACT Gabriela Lira (gabriela.lira@compass.com) at Compass Real Estate

1358 Page Road

MAYBE YOU REMEMBER 1358 Page Road as Rayna Jaymes’ home from the hit TV show Nashville. Maybe you toured it last year when it was the Flower Magazine showhouse. Or maybe you’ve attended a party at the house over the years. Whatever the case, if you’re a prospective buyer, be prepared to be surprised.

An 18-month renovation helmed by Pfeffer Torode architects gave the house a much-needed update. And then, at the behest of the luxury lifestyle outlet Flower Magazine, 23 acclaimed interior designers put their stamp on the home. It has now undergone another transformation.

Most of the showhouse décor is a distant memory, save for some wallpaper and a paint color or two. Stripped down, without all the showhouse trimmings, the home’s impressive renovation is on full display, including new wide-plank oak floors and a showstopping kitchen — complete with pale-green cabinets, marble countertops, a massive marble island and new high-end appliances, such as a La Cornue range. There’s even a scullery kitchen for seamless entertaining.

The house, built in 1999 and now standing at 22,000 square feet, sits on six acres on the edge of Belle Meade in Forest Hills, with Percy Warner Park a stone’s throw away.

It has six bedrooms, seven full bathrooms and two half baths. A screened-in porch with a soaring ceiling, original brick floors and a cozy fireplace overlooks a stunning heated saltwater pool with an in-ground hot tub (both of which have been completely refurbished). Architectural firm Kaiser Trabue landscaped the grounds with ver-

dant trees, decorative grasses and tidy topiaries. A highlight of the house is its downstairs spa, which has a sauna, a steam shower and room for a massage table, and which will soon host a cold plunge pool. There’s also a large gym outfitted with high-end fitness equipment, including weights by luxury brand PENT.

BY WHITNEY CLAY PHOTOGRAPHS BY REALKIT AND ANGELINA CASTILLO

ADDRESS

1358 Page Road, Nashville, TN 37205

LIST PRICE

$22,000,000

CONTACT

Steve Fridrich (615.300.5900) at Fridrich & Clark Realty

734 Jackson Blvd.

SOME HOMES, while beautifully crafted, carry an echo of conventionality. Others, like 734 Jackson Blvd., feel alive with intention. This is a home that feels curated rather than decorated, leaning toward a monastic simplicity.

Pulling into the pea gravel drive, the contemporary façade — with its strong lines and crisp geometry — commands attention. Beyond the

gleaming white exterior lies a series of greenspaces that surround the home, creating a setting designed as much for retreat as for living.

Inside, the palette remains neutral and calming rather than trend-driven. The open-concept layout feels fluid but structured, with extensive windows that draw the eye to other living spaces and the verdant outdoors. The owners collabo -

rated with Woolson Gilchrist Architects to integrate cutting-edge design into the property, while the home’s connection to nature lends it a steady, calming presence.

For those who love to entertain, the kitchen serves as the heart of the home — and this one does so beautifully. Putty-colored lacquer cabinetry anchors the space, complemented by not one, not

two, but three kitchen islands that offer ample room for dining and preparation. It is a true chef’s kitchen, designed for gathering. Friends and family can linger indoors or, in more temperate weather, move to the outdoor living areas — whether under the inviting covered terrace or in the open air around the pool.

The primary suite continues the home’s sense of calm restraint. Generous in scale yet intentionally understated, the space favors quiet over excess — though the closet space is expansive. Soft, tonal finishes and natural light create a retreat that feels both grounded and restorative. The en suite bath echoes this philosophy, with clean lines and a spa-like

sensibility that prioritizes simplicity and ease, offering a private escape from the fast pace of daily life.

Additional living spaces upstairs provide flexibility without sacrificing cohesion. Whether used for work, relaxation or hosting guests, these rooms carry the same thoughtful design found throughout the home, and many boast serenely scenic balconies. Each space feels tucked away yet connected, offering a sense of privacy while still embracing the home’s overall flow — an ideal balance for modern living.

BY JANET KURTZ

PHOTOGRAPHS BY STUDIO BUELL

ADDRESS

734 Jackson Blvd., Nashville, TN 37205

LIST PRICE

$7,000,000

CONTACT

Beth Molteni (beth@bethmolteni.com) at Fridrich & Clark Realty

NOW PRESENTING: PRESERVE NASHVILLE

Preservation Society of Nashville and Historic Nashville Inc. unite in a new strategic alliance

ONE THING IS certain about Nashville’s philanthropic community — true impact begins when nonprofits band together. Preservation Society of Nashville and Historic Nashville Inc. are the latest organizations to join this succession, forming the new strategic alliance Preserve Nashville.

Since 1968, HNI has fought to promote and preserve the historic sites that set Nashville apart. The organization has successfully saved some of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Ryman Auditorium, Union Station, The Hermitage Hotel, 2nd Avenue, Lower Broadway and several Music Row staples — like the famed RCA Studio. HNI’s highly regarded Nashville Nine list (based on community

nominations) annually sheds light on historic places facing neglect, demolition and endangerment.

PSN entered the scene in 2022, focusing largely on advocacy and education. In any given week, PSN leaders can be found forging relationships with key decision-makers to keep preservation at the forefront of city planning and development. The organization worked with the Metro Nashville Planning Department to create Nashville’s first preservation plan since 1998, which helps protect historic properties. “It’s not just about putting a pretty building behind glass and looking at it for nostalgia,” says David Greider, PSN’s executive director. Rather, it’s about finding modern ways to live in and interact with historic spaces.

FATEFUL O R IGINS

GREIDER CALLS THE new alliance “serendipitous.” It naturally came about last year when PSN and HNI were advocating for historic preservation laws in the same rooms. “If both organizations are trying to grow, why not grow together?” he says.

The alliance will create a single point of contact for preservation issues — and address problems before they escalate. “When we’re coming into the conversation because there’s a problem, it’s often too far gone to influence the outcome,” says Kelleigh Bannen, cofounder and board president of PSN. “The property has sold, the decisions have been made, the progress has been pulled. But the more that we can shape the infrastructure around preservation, the more we’ll be able to have a real sweeping impact.”

To create this sweeping impact, Preserve Nashville will combine HNI and PSN’s unique strengths — protection and advocacy — under the same umbrella. “I’m really excited about having a unified voice for preservation and thinking about how we can promote preservation from everybody in Nashville — from all walks of life, from all income levels,” says Ellen Dement Hurd, president of HNI.

UNITED ST R ENGTHS

PSN AND HNI will maintain their distinct structures and purposes inside the parent organization, Preserve Nashville. HNI will operate as a subsidiary named Historic Nashville Easements, protecting 27 buildings covered by 25 easements (at the time of writing).

Preserve Nashville has combined HNI and PSN’s boards — both consisting of 11 members — into a unified 22-member board of directors. Hurd and Bannen will co-chair Preserve Nashville’s board through 2027, and Greider — an experienced philanthropist and relationship builder — will continue as executive director. “[Ellen and Kelleigh are] both brilliant people, but they also have different sets of skills,” says Greider.

Bannen, a songwriter and host of The Kelleigh Bannen Show, uses her keen eye and appreciation for art to imagine what better Nashville neighborhoods could look like. Hurd, the Tennessee state chair of Historic Preservation for the Daughters of the American Revolution and a member of the Friends of Warner Parks Historic Structures Committee, ensures historical resources are protected in infrastructure projects. “Bringing them together is just a powerhouse of women leading this thing from the top,” says Greider. “It’s really exciting.”

PSN cofounder Colson Horton — a set designer, art director and preservation advocate — will remain secretary. And after 2027, esteemed architect and Preserve Nashville vice chair Nick Dryden — a devoted PSN board member — will serve as board chair.

Preserve Nashville leaders hold fast to one simple truth: Collaboration is the key to efficiency. “The opportunity to shape what preservation looks like in Nashville is enormous,” says Bannen. “There [are] lots of problems to solve, but from our seats, this new alliance enables us to meet the preservation needs at a totally different level and in a more robust way.”

ENCOURAGING A DVOC A CY

WHILE PROTECTING NASHVILLE’S past, Preserve Nashville is also focused on integration — encouraging developers to use historic properties instead of demolishing them for new builds. Greider says the organization wants to “play matchmaker” between historic property owners and developers.

For him, advocacy and education go hand in hand. Preserve Nashville will build on HNI and PSN’s hard work, offering educational programs and best practices for architects, developers, city planners and public officials. It will also maintain PSN’s partnership with Nashville Sites, a digital resource that helps Nashvillians learn more about the history and culture of their city.

“There is a process in engaging the community towards advocacy,” says Greider. Before you can expect someone to advocate for preservation, you have to teach them about their community’s history and why it’s important to preserve, he explains.

To kickstart operations, The Frist Foundation has given Preserve Nashville a $25,000 grant. The organization invests in nonprofits leading collaborative community efforts — the kind of teamwork Preserve Nashville seeks to foster. “I think they saw the value in the efficiencies of nonprofits working together,” says Greider.

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERIC ENGLAND

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The Nashville Wine Auction presents a reenactment of the Judgment of Paris

ON MAY 24, 1976, a major upset sent shockwaves around the world. It wasn’t when Muhammad Ali knocked out Richard Dunn in the fifth round, marking the last knockout of Ali’s career. And it wasn’t when the first commercial flight of the Concorde landed in Washington, D.C. No, it was when some “kids from the sticks” — California, to be exact — beat out French winemakers in what Time magazine reporter George Taber would name the Judgment of Paris.

The story began months earlier when Steven Spurrier dreamed up a friendly competition between the United States and France and vis-

ited California to learn more about the region’s wines. In an effort to bring more attention to these little-known wines — and make money for his Parisian bottle shop — Spurrier orchestrated a blind tasting.

Among the nine judges were Odette Kahn, editor of the prestigious wine magazine La Revue du vin de France, and Aubert de Villaine, the director of the Domaine de la RomanéeConti estate in Burgundy. Tucked away in the Intercontinental Paris hotel, the discerning oenophiles sat down to a tasting weighing white Burgundies and red Bordeauxs against comparable California upstarts.

Much to everyone’s surprise — including the all-French panel of judges — the California wines emerged victorious, with Chateau Montelena’s 1973 chardonnay winning the white category and Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars’ 1973 cabernet sauvignon beating out Bordeaux. Kahn was said to be so incensed that she demanded her tally card back, lest anyone find out how she scored. Taber, looking for a quote for his story, called Chateau Montelena winemaker Jim Barrett, who was traveling in Bordeaux at the time. After learning of the win, Barrett famously quipped, “Not bad for kids from the sticks” — a quote that forever marked the day.

50 YEARS IN THE MAKING

THE NASHVILLE WINE AUCTION consistently produces standout events. Its signature gatherings — l’Eté du Vin and Pairings — draw large crowds and even larger bids. At last year’s l’Eté du Vin, organizers introduced an ambitious auction lot: a reenactment of the 1976 Judgment of Paris. The blind tasting would pit the same California juggernauts against the same French stalwarts, with updated vintages across nine white wines and 10 red wines. (Veedercrest Vineyards’ chardonnay was the only wine missing from the reenactment.) The lot won the Nfocus Best Parties 2025 Readers Poll for its unique character and creativity.

As guests took their seats to celebrate the landmark anniversary in wine history, conversations softened and glasses lifted. The first pour set off a rhythm — swirl, sniff, sip, consider, repeat. Guests leaned in, comparing notes and second-guessing instincts. Was it French? Californian? Renowned wine expert Karen MacNeil gently redirected the room, urging tasters to abandon guesswork in favor of what mattered: structure, aroma, balance. One by one, guests marked their scores — 1 to 20 — each decision a small act of conviction.

As the tasting progressed, the wines revealed themselves in layers. Early favorites faltered. Understated pours became more compelling as they opened. Guests returned to earlier glasses, discovering entirely new expressions with each pass. The exercise became less about identification and more about evolution — of the wine and of the palate.

After the final white, hosts collected the scorecards, and the room exhaled. Guests studied the display of bottles lining the wall, analyzing labels and retracing their assumptions, while staff reset the room for the next act. A low hum of debate carried through the space as judges — including Nashville sommeliers Jonathan Ross, LeeAnne Arnold, Phillip Patti and Calvin Webster — shared early impressions.

Then came the reds.

With renewed focus and a touch more confidence, guests settled back in. The second round unfolded with greater boldness — richer pours, stronger opinions and a growing willingness to speak up. The rhythm returned, now sharper: taste, assess, debate. If the white wines invited curiosity, the reds demanded conviction.

Paul Karp, Lisa Maki, John Navin

Jonathan Ross, Jenelle Ness, Calvin Webster

Michael Sontag, Karen MacNeil

THE WINNERS

NEARLY FIVE DECADES LATER, the story is no longer about disruption — it’s about evolution. California’s Chalone Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay 2024 claimed the top spot for the whites, and France’s Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2020 was the clear winner for the reds. In 1976, tastemakers asked: Do Californian wines belong on the world stage? The answer was a resounding yes. And clearly, it still is. Today, the story is about parity.

Fittingly, the evening ended not in competition, but at the table — where guests gathered over dinner, sharing conversation, perspectives and above all, a mutual appreciation for the wines that brought them there.

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BY ERIC ENGLAND

THE FIN  L ST NDINGS — WHITE WINES

1. Chalone Vineyard Estate Grown Chardonnay 2024

2. Joseph Drouhin Clos de Mouches Beaune 1er Cru 2023

3. Spring Mountain Vineyard Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay 2024

4. Domaine Leflaive Les Pucelles Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru 2022

5. Freemark Abbey Chardonnay 2022

6. Chateau Montelena Chardonnay 2023

7. Domaine Jean-Claude Ramonet Batard-Montrachet Grand Cru 2023

8. Domaine Roulot Charmes Meursault 1er Cru 2023

9. David Bruce Winery Chardonnay 2023

THE FIN  L ST NDINGS —  ED WINES

1. Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2020

2. Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon 2023

3. Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello 2021

4. Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

5. Clos du Val Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

6. Mayacamas Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

T-7. Chateau Haut-Brion 2020

T-7. Chateau Montrose 2020

9. Chateau Leoville Las Cases Grand Vin de Leoville 2021

10. Heitz Cellar Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2019

Holly Whaley, Mindy Sontag, Cynthia Himmelfarb

Chase Cole, Steve Taylor

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The beauty of American transportation comes to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens

TRAINS HAVE long been part of Nashville’s history. Rep. James Whiteside chartered the first railroad in Nashville in 1845: the N&C, which connected Nashville and Chattanooga. Nashville’s Union Station — now a hotel — was a flurry of activity from the day it opened in 1900 to the moment its last passenger train departed 78 years later. And even today, some Nashvillians

still have memories of family members leaving for World War II by train.

For Cheekwood Estate & Gardens, the story is even more personal. In 1895, Leslie Cheek and Mabel Wood met on a train — eventually getting married, building a home together and opening Cheekwood in 1960. Decades later, the historic site remains committed to preservation and horticulture.

Starting May 2, Cheekwood invites guests to observe America the Beautiful: National Parks & Landmarks By Rail, a display honoring 250 years of American independence. The celebration will feature notable monuments and — fittingly, given Cheekwood’s family history — showcase the estate’s most intricate model train exhibition to date.

Venture to the Bradford Robertson Color Garden, and you’ll find over 850 feet of train tracks weaving between vibrant flowers and lush plants. Ten running model trains will whiz past you as you explore. And you can visit miniature versions of 25 American landmarks, including Tennessee treasures like the Ryman Auditorium, Graceland and the historic Little Greenbrier Schoolhouse, as well as the Cable Mill and the John Oliver Cabin from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Emily Luxen, Cheekwood’s director of external relations, frames the exhibit as a vicarious vacation. “It’s an opportunity to really take a journey across the country without ever having to leave Nashville or pack your suitcase,” she says.

While this is Cheekwood’s grandest model train exhibit, it’s certainly not its first. In 2011, the estate partnered with the Kentucky-based botanical architectural studio Applied Imagination to bring model trains to its gardens. And after receiving positive feedback, the pair continued their collaboration. Cheekwood now hosts TRAINS!, a permanent train exhibition designed by Applied Imagination, in the Turner Seasons Garden. The display, which opened in 2022, features an Enchanted Express station and a children’s tunnel.

All of America the Beautiful’s model landmarks came from Applied Imagination’s existing repertoire, and its trains will remain in the TRAINS! display after the exhibit closes in September.

For Cheekwood president and CEO Jane MacLeod, America the Beautiful captures the best of Cheekwood. “This summer’s blockbuster train exhibition is designed to spark curiosity and wonder for guests of all ages,” she says. “From the intricate craftsmanship to the recognizable landmarks, it’s an experience that blends learning, creativity and fun in a way only Cheekwood can offer.”

During the exhibit’s opening weekend, guests can expect exclusive experiences, like art activities for children and hands-on workshops where adults can learn more about the models in the exhibit. Cheekwood will also host live music in its gardens, with Kelsey Rae Copeland performing Saturday. May 2, and duo Aaron Till and Mickey Justice performing Sunday, May 3.

BY RIA SKYER PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS

FI R ESIDE R EVIVAL

Chef Robbie Wilson returns to Nashville fine dining with Lion’s Share

MANY LOCAL RESTAURANT aficionados remember chef Robbie Wilson from his successful tenure in the early 2010s as culinary director overseeing M Street Hospitality’s restaurant portfolio, including Kayne Prime, Virago, Tavern and Whiskey Kitchen. A West Texas native, Wilson trained in fine dining under the tutelage of internationally renowned chefs like Thomas Keller, Michel Troisgros, Tom Colicchio and Nobu Matsuhisa.

After relocating to California, Wilson opened restaurants in Silicon Valley and San Francisco to rave reviews, earning a 2023 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: California for his work at Bird Dog. He returned to Nashville in the summer of 2024 with two new restaurant concepts percolating in his mind.

The first, SuperNormal, is a modern reimagining of an old-school burger, hot dog and ice cream stand. This hip fast-casual spot opened in the

heart of Sylvan Park at 104 45th Ave. N last May and operates seasonally, featuring a large, familyfriendly turf patio and picnic tables.

Across the street, in the former home of the beloved McCabe Pub, sits Lion’s Share. An ode to Old World traditions cooked with modern mastery, the dark wood and stone building is reminiscent of an English lodge in the Cotswolds — an intentional choice by Wilson and his wife, Emily, to make the restaurant feel like a refuge for guests.

THE ATMOSPHERE BALANCES relaxation and engagement. The clubby lounge features crushed velvet seating and a calming color scheme, while the main dining rooms offer views of a massive open hearth — the centerpiece of both the kitchen and the menu. Fans of live-fire cooking can enjoy dinner and a show as chefs stoke logs, fan the flames and shovel glowing embers to add heat and flavor to every dish.

For a quieter experience, the side rooms offer privacy, while the dramatic Stag Room features marvels of taxidermy and also the most recognizable remaining piece of the former occupants: the familiar brick arches that divided the McCabe Pub dining room. To enhance the lived-in feel, the Wilsons scoured the internet and vintage sales for inexpensive art that feels like it has been hanging on the walls for decades, including a wall of dachshund paintings honoring their late family dog. Somewhat paradoxically, Lion’s Share feels like a new restaurant in an old building and an old restaurant in a new one at the same time.

The menu shares a similar sensibility with old-school tavern dishes amplified with unexpected international ingredients and gastronomic flair. The lounge offers a special menu of small plates that chef Wilson labels “picky bits,” such as a kanpachi and shiso “taco” featuring fish that has been aged to concentrate flavor. Honoring McCabe’s legacy, the bar menu includes an elevated burger and a “haute” dog named “The Frank.” Wilson also designed “duets” for the bar, pairing revolving specials with unique wines by the glass, using the Coravin preservation system to allow diners to experience interesting Old World and California wines without having to invest in an entire bottle. The cellar also features half bottles of many vintages to encourage pairing different wines during the course of a meal.

The top of the menu leans heavily into Wilson’s love of raw fish. The kanpachi reappears as an appetizer glazed with a reduction of its own bones and fermented Fresno peppers. Other starters include sea bream with Granny Smith apples and bigeye tuna with a briny caper and shellfish sauce.

Beyond the raw bar, most of the menu is kissed by the hearth’s flame. Grilled baby leeks and heirloom carrots showcase inherent sweetness, while firekeepers cook delicate Appalachian trout and whole flounder with precision. The luxurious pork belly is a standout, spiced with vindaloo and served with sour labneh to cut through the richness.

Beef cuts, including a Denver steak and a dry-aged bone-in strip for two, are perfect for ember grilling. Even the dessert menu utilizes the hearth, featuring roasted pineapple, embered marshmallows and a smoked banana that’s part of an inventive take on tres leches.

It should come as little surprise that more than half the menu at Lion’s Share touches the fire, because above all else, the Wilsons want to delight guests with their literal and figurative brand of warmth and hospitality.

BY CHRIS CHAMBERLAIN PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

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The best way to observe Scandinavia is from its surrounding waters

IN THE EIGHTH CENTURY, the Vikings became historical titans of maritime travel through their spread of influence across Europe. Centuries later, as a titan of assisted solo traveling, I visited my friend studying abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, with only one preplanned excursion: a minicruise across the Kattegat Strait. Maritime travel is crucial in connecting Denmark with its surrounding islands and neighboring countries. And cruising on these waters offered us a leisurely way to immerse ourselves in multiple Scandinavian traditions at once.

REA DY, SET, S A IL

DANISH SHIPPING COMPANY DFDS (Det Forenede Dampskibs-Selskab) notoriously maintained a route from Copenhagen to Oslo, Norway, for over 150 years. Originally used for freight, the route then expanded to passenger travel, offering daily voyages between the capitals.

In 2024, Go Nordic Cruiseline adopted this route — and it’s now the only company offering it. Guests can travel between Denmark and Norway via overnight passage, choosing either a one-way commute or a round-trip excursion. (We picked a one-way from Copenhagen, which offered us a night on the ship and a day in Oslo after disembarking.) If you choose a round trip, you’ll spend two nights on the ship and get 6.5 hours in Oslo. Round trips and one-way journeys are offered in both directions daily.

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SAILING FROM COPENHAGEN offers shipside sightseeing opportunities, starting with Middelgrunds Fort and Helsingborg, Sweden, to the east and Krongborg Castle to the west — all visible before the sun sets. When it rises again, you can see Oscarsborg Fortress and Drøbak, Norway, before docking in the capital.

When we got off the ship, we had eight hours to explore before catching a flight back to Copenhagen. While this gave us a little more time than the round-trip cruisers had, we still needed to stick to our itinerary.

Norway is known for its mountains, but they’re about seven hours from Oslo’s city center by car. So, we opted to vicariously experience them at Norway’s Resistance Museum (Hjemmefrontmuseum). A permanent exhibit trails behind Akershus Fortress, a medieval castle and church, combining Norway’s royal history with its resilience during World War II. It’s a heavy introduction to the country, but it lays historical groundwork that will enrich the rest of your experiences there.

The city’s Sentrum section — an 11-minute walk from the museum — is full of cultural highlights, like the Oslo Opera House, which you can see when you disembark the ship. When it’s not too icy, you can walk on the roof of the opera house to experience the city from a new perspective. Nearby, you can also explore the Edvard Munch art museum or take a dip in one of Oslo’s many cold plunge huts.

We didn’t have time to see the art at Norway’s National Museum (Nasjonalmuseet), but walking through the Grünerløkka neighborhood’s square blocks offered the next-best thing. The area was full of abstract street art, which felt more at home in a crowd of people than tucked behind protective glass.

HA NDS ON DECK

LIKE ANY GOOD cruise ship, the Nordic Pearl houses plenty of activities on its six communal decks. Its duty-free store is packed with products from Prada Beauty to postcards, and souvenir prices are significantly lower than what you’ll find at Scandinavian airports.

Drinks are best served with company, whether on the rocks or on the water. Solen, the outdoor bar, is a prime spot to view landscapes as the ship passes by northern cities. Anker is a pub and hub for live music, serving native spirits from Denmark and Norway. Salong, a cozy cocktail and wine bar, takes care of the taster, with experts to guide guests through a distinctly Nordic drink menu.

Skagerak, the ship’s buffet restaurant, presented dinner in the most culturally Scandinavian fashion. You can pick from a variety of meats and vegetables — but expect the seafood to stare back

at you. Any crayfish, shrimp or lobster with eyes is safe to eat, as all appendages are fully cooked, and they pair best with the buffet’s array of sauces. Other restaurants on the ship offer coursed meals and comfort foods, but the buffet gives you the chance to taste the most local flavors.

You can find nighttime entertainment at Club Liva, where I stumbled upon a music trivia game in progress. My lack of Eurovision Song Contest knowledge kept me from faring very well. But watching the finalists learn a dance in five minutes to battle for a bottle of wine reminded me of a kind of humiliation that can only exist in international waters.

BY RIA SKYER PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF GO NORDIC CRUISELINE

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The 45th anniversary of TPAC shines a light on the future

On a chilly April evening, when winter still held Nashville in its icy grip, supporters of the Tennessee Performing Arts Center gathered at the Four Seasons Hotel Nashville for the TPAC Gala. Guests dressed in shades of blue, aligning their attire with the organization’s sapphire anniversary.

TPAC’s origin dates to 1972, when arts patron Martha Ingram and a group of passionate advocates launched a campaign to create a performing arts center in town. The building opened in 1978, and TPAC officially launched in 1980.

As guests entered the gala, they paused to admire live statue vignettes created by event planner Matt Logan. They also took in sweeping views of the Cumberland River through floor-to-ceiling windows, which featured decals inviting guests to “envision a new home for the arts.”

Emcee Christopher Hanke warmed up the crowd with his signature charm and promised an outstanding evening, introducing TPAC’s president and CEO Jennifer Turner, who spoke about the organization’s deep connection to the community.

“TPAC is truly where the arts and community live, and that’s what tonight is really about,” she said. “It is a celebration, but it’s also a reflection of something bigger — [of] what can happen when [a] community chooses to invest in the arts, not just for today, but for generations to come.”

Though the evening honored the past 45 years at TPAC, it also focused on the future. TPAC presented its inaugural Vision Award to Cameron Sexton, speaker of the Tennessee House of Representatives. One of the evening’s most poignant moments came when Marine Corps veteran Richard Casper took the stage to discuss the nonprofit he cofounded, CreatiVets, which empowers veterans through songwriting, visual arts, music and other creative outlets.

Then came the performances, which delivered on every level. In a nod to the sapphire anniversary, the lineup featured songs from powerhouse productions that debuted in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Highlights included “Memory” from Cats, “I Can Do That” from A Chorus Line, “And I Am Telling You I’m Not Going” from Dreamgirls, and a “Fame” medley. Broadway stars Jay Armstrong Johnson, Kyle Taylor Parker, Shereen Ahmed and Piper Jones floored the audience with their performances.

The surprise of the evening came when Broadway artist and original lead in Annie Andrea McArdle performed “Tomorrow” from the beloved musical.

The performances foregrounded Jennifer’s words from earlier in the evening. “We are standing at the edge of a transformational new chapter for TPAC — a future that allows us to expand what we do, reach more people and create more space for our artists and audiences to come together in meaningful ways,” she said. “Many of you have been part of the conversation, the planning and the early momentum behind what comes next, and I want you to know that your belief in this vision matters deeply.”

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERIC ENGLAND

Jennifer Turner, Reggie and Caroline Mullins

Maggie McCarthy, Alex Scioscia, Leon Scioscia, Kimberly Darlington, Matt Logan

Jay Armstrong Johnson, Piper Jones, Shereen Ahmed, Kyle Taylor Parker

Celeste Malone, Shealia Hearn, Ryan Biggers

Michael and Margaret Anne Byerly, Lauren and Richard Howell

Jose Santiago, Gabrielle Morales, Mónica Reyna, Jose Gonzales

Melvin Malone

Ryan and Abby Williams, Sara and Sid Pomeroy

Freddie O’Connell, David Andrews and Matt Paco

Tamiko Robinson Steele

Laura and Michael Hagerty Piper Jones

Adam Sansiveri, Kendall Brown, Heather Vassar

KC and Kelly Wagner, Jack Koch, Sara Jenkins, Pete and Debbie Hollenstein

John and Linsay Ozier, David and Melanie Byerley

Chace Herndon, Jessica Wallace

Kyle Taylor Parker

Don and Jane MacLeod, Mary and Larry Wieck

Johnny Burrell, Tara Mullaney, Jeff Hopmayer

Rahel Klapheke Sloan, Lisa Maki

Megan Murphy Chambers

Tracy and Don Hardin

Julie and Tim Choate

Cordia and Tom Harrington

Lynne McAlister, Maria Sheffield

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The Frist Gala celebrates 25 years of the Frist Art Museum

In 1934, construction concluded on the main post office of Nashville. The blend of Art Deco and Classical architecture projected permanence and order. Then, 67 years later, The Frist Foundation transformed the building into the Frist Art Museum — a cultural center that would bring the world’s art to Nashville. On April 8, 2001, the museum’s founding director declared the museum “to be open today, tomorrow and forever.”

Just over 2.5 decades later, guests arrived at the Frist Art Museum for another once-in-a-lifetime moment — to celebrate 25 years of the museum at the Frist Gala. Hosts festooned the dinner tent with yellow flowers to honor the late Patricia “Pom Pom” Frist, who was integral in the museum’s creation. Karyn Frist co-chaired the event with her daughters-in-law, Ashley, Elizabeth and Margaret, and worked with Dori Thornton Waller of The Social Office to transform the space into a sprightly, elegant pastel canvas and create a truly special evening for guests.

Between visits with the Frist family, guests ventured to the galleries to get one last look at the exhibits In Her Place: Nashville Artists in the Twenty-First Century and The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse from the Dallas Museumof Art.

Museum executive director Seth Feman took guests back in time, sharing that, on the Frist’s opening day, no one really knew what “forever” would look like. “They were taking a big gamble with this big museum, with a bold idea of displaying a constantly changing array of exhibitions along with creative community programs,” he said. “Well here we are, 25 years — almost to the day — into the future, and just look at how much we’ve grown.” Only a few weeks prior, the museum had welcomed its 5 millionth visitor.

While forever may have been hard to envision in 2001, the Frist’s future is bright. “When a community shows up like this, it gives an institution like ours the confidence to think bigger, to reach a little further, and to imagine what the next 25 years can look like,” said Seth.

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Co-chairs Margaret Frist, Karyn Frist, Ashley Frist, Elizabeth Frist

Prentice and Rhymes Stabler, Caitlin Blomstrom, Seth Feman

Jillian and Tommy Frist, Joseph and Edna Presley

Jencie Tipton, Owen and Ann Kelly

Sandra and Larry Lipman

Jennifer Frist, Julie Walker, Maxine Majors

Kelly Phillips, Adam Sansiveri, Kendall Brown

Dixie and Bill Maggart, Clay and Jeannie Blevins

Kristina Curtis, David Waddell David and Lisa Manning

Jacob and Kelly Unger

Caroline Randall Williams and Timothy Darrah

Joe and Joanne Sowell, Alice Randall, Lee Pratt and Neil Krugman

Sam DeVane, Jenny Hannon, Elizabeth and David Dingess

Trisha Elcan, Lauren Ingram, Cate Fair

Thomas and Darlene Klaritch, John Klaritch and Chris Buchanan-Klaritch

David Morgan and Janice Elliott Morgan Allen DeCuyper, Sharon Cheek, Steve Sirls

Jon Miller, Lisa Stuver, Mary Miller, McKenzie Mullins

Charles and Jennifer Gay

Caroline Shunk, Ken Marlow

Jim and Kimberly Lewis, Leora and Gregg Allen

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WITH MORE THAN 20 years in Nashville’s real estate market, Grace Clayton has witnessed a dramatic evolution in how homes are bought and sold. Early in her career, listings relied heavily on print advertising and direct mail, with open houses promoted through newspapers and magazines. Today, the landscape has shifted almost entirely to digital platforms, where agents not only market properties but also build personal brands through social media and content creation.

What advice do you give clients looking for luxury homes, especially when it comes to finding exclusive or off-market properties? My advice is simple: Work with an agent who truly knows the market — not just professionally, but personally. As a sixth-generation Nashvillian, I grew up in this community. I understand the stories behind the homes and the people who live in them.

How do you ensure your clients receive a level of service that goes far beyond the closing table? I often joke that I’m not just a real estate agent. I’m also a therapist, school coordinator, restaurant guide and job connector. My role extends far beyond buying or selling a home.

I’m invested in helping my clients build a life in Nashville and achieve their vision for what that looks like.

What’s your favorite thing about living and working in Nashville? Nashville is home — it always has been. I come from a large family, many of whom work in real estate. I attended Ensworth and Harpeth Hall, and aside from college and a year living in New York City after graduation, Nashville has always been my home.

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I value the strong sense of community here — running into familiar faces at the grocery store, local restaurants and around town. I’m also passionate about giving back through nonprofit work. This city has given me so much, and I feel that support every day.

When you’re not helping clients with luxury homes, how do you like to spend your free time? I have two young daughters, ages 5 and 7, so when I’m not working, you’ll likely find me at a school event or on the sidelines of one of their sports activities.

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AS NASHVILLE’S SKYLINE continues to evolve, Paramount is poised to introduce a new chapter in downtown residential living. Developed by Giarratana, the 60-story tower represents a significant moment in the city’s growth — both in scale and how downtown living is defined.

Paramount is set to redefine what’s possible in Nashville’s skyline. What makes this development unlike anything the city has seen before?

Paramount completes what we call the Church Street corridor. With PRIME, Alcove and Nashville Yards coming together, the area is beginning to feel a true sense of residential density in a way downtown has not experienced before.

Selling residences in a tower of this scale is as much about vision as it is about real estate. How does your team bring Paramount’s story to life for prospective buyers? We have embraced technology to bring Paramount’s sales vision to life. When buyers visit our Experience Center, they can explore every aspect of the building — reviewing floor plans, interacting with views, and experiencing the finishes and appliances firsthand.

Downtown Nashville has transformed dramatically over the last two decades. How do you see Paramount shaping the next chapter of the city’s evolution? Downtown is a neighborhood. Thirty years ago, when the Giarratana team began developing downtown, that was not the case.

We want Paramount to contribute to livability and connection. A strong example is the YMCA development we completed next door, which reflects our commitment to shaping a more connected and vibrant Nashville.

How does each member of your group bring something distinct to the table to deliver a seamless experience for buyers? Our sales team works in close collaboration with the development team, which gives us direct access to decision-makers and allows us to provide clear answers to buyers quickly. That connection also works in reverse. The development team hears directly from buyers, and that feedback helps shape decisions throughout the project.

It is not unusual for a buyer visiting the Experience Center to meet members of the development team, including the lead architect or general contractor.

That level of access creates a lot of trust and makes the process feel much more personal.

Exclusively Residential

At Paramount, you won’t encounter crowds of hotel guests or herds of strangers wearing lanyards. From our welcoming arrival porte-cochère to the private club level, our exquisite amenities were designed for residents and their guests, only.

The Paramount Experience Center is now open. Visit our website or call to schedule an appointment. ParamountNashville.com 615-922-1010

Sam Giarratana & Candida Mia

Email: live@primecondosnashville.com

Phone: 615.330.7879

AS DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE continues to grow as an expanding residential neighborhood, PRIME represents a notable addition to the city’s evolving skyline. Developed by Giarratana, the 38-story tower reflects a growing emphasis on design, livability and the everyday experience of urban life.

What makes the PRIME development stand apart from anything else currently on the market in downtown Nashville? What truly sets PRIME apart is its livability. The floor plans draw from what has worked best across our past projects, and the views begin early, starting around the 12th floor. That creates an elevated experience for a wide range of buyers — not just those at the very top.

Downtown Nashville has transformed dramatically over the last decade. How do you see PRIME fitting into the city’s next chapter? With the addition of Nashville Yards, the energy has shifted toward this part of downtown. The neighborhood is no longer just a place to visit; it’s a place people are choosing to live full time. PRIME supports that lifestyle. It allows residents to live in the center of it all — where they can walk to dinner, catch a movie or grab ice cream with their family without getting in the car. That everyday ease is what makes downtown living work.

Nashville is attracting buyers from across the country and beyond. What resonates most with out-of-market buyers when they experience PRIME? Walkability stands out. Whether relocating or purchasing a second home, buyers are drawn to how easy life can be downtown. Location, convenience and long-term value also resonate. Buyers see the growth around them and understand the opportunity to be part of it.

When you step away from the skyline views and sales floor, what do you love most about living and working in this city? Downtown has a way of feeling both active and connected at the same time. You begin to recognize faces, build relationships and feel part of something. It’s not just where you live or work — it starts to feel like home.

INSIDER’S GUIDE

TO REALTORS

IN A CITY where luxury continues to evolve, The Manning in Belle Meade has emerged as one of Nashville’s most closely watched residential developments. Represented by listing agents Beth Molteni, LaRawn Rhea and Marsha Simoneaux of Fridrich & Clark Realty, the project reflects a distinct approach to high-end condominium living — one defined by customization, discretion and design.

The Manning is one of Nashville’s most anticipated developments. What stands out most about this project, and what drew your team to represent it? Each home at The Manning is bespoke. At this level of luxury living, buyers expect not to see the same finishes repeated down the hall. It has been exciting to see how interior designers and homeowners have approached each residence, creating spaces that feel distinct and highly personal.

Belle Meade has long been synonymous with Nashville’s most prestigious addresses. How does that legacy shape the story you’re telling with this project? The Manning reflects a sense of quiet luxury, which aligns naturally with Belle Meade’s reputation. In the early stages of the project, we asked our architect, Jim Lowen, to draw inspiration from some of Nashville’s most iconic buildings. The goal was to create a thoughtful blend of contemporary living with classic Nashville design.

As a long-anticipated project of this scale in Belle Meade, how does your team collaborate to ensure every detail is executed seamlessly now that buyers can view the residences? Our team includes three listing agents — Marsha Simoneaux, Beth Molteni and LaRawn Rhea — each with a background in marketing and extensive experience in networking. We work closely together to stay aligned and maintain momentum. Our collaboration is direct, productive and enjoyable. We also partner with top-tier photographers, stagers and vendors to ensure this luxury property is presented at the highest level.

Off-market, high-profile listings require a different kind of buyer relationship. How does your team connect with the right clientele for a project like The Manning? Our team brings more than 50 years of combined experience. We also work alongside our broker, Steve Fridrich, a leading luxury broker in the market. We meet regularly to assess market conditions and refine our approach, ensuring we remain current, strategic and top of mind with the right buyers.

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Laura Stroud Blackstock & Lisa Wilson

Laura Stroud

Email: Laura@frenchking.com

Phone: 615.330.5811

Lisa Fernandez Wilson

Email: Lisa@frenchking.com

Phone: 615.478.3632

French King Fine Properties

Phone: 615.292.2622

WITH DECADES OF combined experience in Nashville’s luxury real estate market, Laura Stroud and Lisa Wilson of French King Fine Properties have witnessed a transformation that continues to reshape the city’s landscape. What was once a relatively accessible market has evolved into one defined by significant growth, rising values and an increasing level of sophistication in both design and construction.

How has the city’s real estate landscape evolved over the years, and what excites you most about where it’s headed? The Nashville market has changed so drastically that it still shocks many professional agents. Along with increased property values, we now see greater sophistication and style in architecture, as well as richer finishes. In 2012, we sold the most expensive property ever to trade in Davidson County — it was in the high $7 million range. We now represent buyers and sellers with properties valued five times that amount.

What advice do you give clients searching for their next luxury home especially when it comes to uncovering exclusive or off-market opportunities? Not all agents are equal when it comes to finding off-market properties. An agent who networks and stays informed and connected will always have first-hand knowledge of upcoming properties.

An agent who truly understands luxury is also an asset when it comes to valuations, the real cost of fine finishes and thoughtful architecture, and identifying which properties will hold their value.

How do you ensure your clients feel supported well beyond the closing table and what does long-term service look like for the two of you? Our clients know

we will always answer their calls and address any issues long after closing. That level of service should be expected. Any agent who sees closing day as the finish line has not been in the business long. We often remain friends with our clients long after a sale is complete.

Outside of real estate, what do you two enjoy most about living and working in Nashville and how do you like to spend your time away from the office? We work hard so we can travel, help others in need, and make poor retail decisions at the new Hermès Nashville. We enjoy watching Nashville flourish, especially its worldclass dining scene and retail expansion. We each love spending time with our blended families, love the Nashville Predators and, above all, our dogs.

driven in part by an influx of out-of-state buyers and a lifestyle that continues to attract national attention.

As a Nashville native, you’ve had a front-row seat to this city’s transformation, how have you seen it evolve, and what excites you most about where it’s headed? Watching Nashville rise as one of the nation’s top luxury growth markets has been a wild, wonderful ride. The absence of a state income tax and a still-affordable lifestyle helped fuel that growth. As prices have climbed, we’ve seen jaw-dropping custom homes and distinctive properties shatter records. What excites me most? WedgewoodHouston. After working on the ICON project in The Gulch, I had a front-row seat to

what thoughtful redevelopment can look like. Wedgewood-Houston’s transformation feels like pure magic — a chic, dramatic revival of historic bones paired with architecture that has detail and soul.

On that note, you and your husband Jonathan have been actively redeveloping homes in WedgewoodHouston. How has that hands-on experience shaped the way you advise your clients and evaluate a property’s true potential? Nothing sharpens your eye like swinging a hammer — or at least overseeing the crew — in a neighborhood you love. That hands-on experience taught me to look beyond beautiful staging and recognize true potential in building quality: solid bones, smart layout possibilities and hidden value waiting

to be unlocked. It allows me to guide clients toward properties that are not only beautiful today, but will serve them well for years — and hold their value in a changing market.

How do you ensure your clients feel supported well beyond the closing table — and what does that level of care look like in practice?

I’ve always seen real estate as more than a transaction — it’s an investment in someone’s next chapter and often the beginning of a lasting relationship. Many of my clients become close friends, and I value that deeply.

In practice, it means sharing my extensive network of trusted contacts to help clients settle in with ease. If something arises or they’re ready to start a project, I’m their first call.

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Therese Winnington

WITH MORE THAN two decades in Nashville’s luxury real estate market, Therese Winnington has watched the city transform from what she describes as a “value play” into something far more nuanced. Today’s market, she explains, is driven by strategy and intention. Buyers are increasingly sophisticated, approaching purchases not only through the lens of lifestyle but also long-term performance.

You’ve been in Nashville’s luxury real estate market for over 20 years. How has it evolved, and what stands out to you today? Nashville once offered a value play. Today, it demands a strategy.

What has changed most is not just pricing — it is the level of intention. Buyers are sharper, more design-aware and far more focused on long-term positioning. They are not just asking, “Do I love this home?” They are asking, “Will this outperform?”

What stands out now is that the market rewards those who know how to create value, not just recognize it — and that is where I have built my edge.

Which neighborhoods in Nashville do you believe offer the best combination of luxury, lifestyle and long-term investment? The right neighborhood isn’t about hype — it’s about trajectory.

Belle Meade and Forest Hills will always hold legacy value. Green Hills and 12South deliver lifestyle with liquidity. But what excites me most are the areas just outside the spotlight — places like Madison — where you can still get ahead of the curve.

What’s one feature buyers often think they want but might regret later? Excess for the sake of excess.

Bigger isn’t better — smarter is better. I’ve seen clients chase square footage or over-the-top features, only to realize later that the home doesn’t actually support their lifestyle.

A well-designed, intentional home will always outperform a larger, poorly thought-out one — both in daily living and resale.

What’s your favorite thing about living and working in Nashville? Nashville rewards people who move with intention.

It’s a city where relationships still matter, but there’s also a real opportunity for those who know how to see ahead of the market. You can build something meaningful here—and do it on your own terms. That combination is rare.

Celebrtin the Silver Screen

A Red Carpet Evening supports the Belcourt Theatre and honors the theatrical experience

Cinephiles and philanthropists flocked to the Belcourt Theatre for A Red Carpet Evening — a glitzy black-tie fundraiser for Nashville’s nonprofit film center that doubles as a highly anticipated Academy Awards watch party.

The Belcourt dedicates itself to the theatrical experience through engaging programming and educational initiatives, such as seminars and filmmaker Q&As. A Red Carpet Evening helps make this possible — and preserves, in the words of actress Nicole Kidman, “that indescribable feeling we get when the lights begin to dim.” Belcourt executive director Stephanie Silverman echoed this sentiment at the event: “Film is powerful — now, more than ever.”

Reigning chair and event designer Amos Gott transformed the theater into a Gatsby-era Art Deco daydream, complete with black-and-gold geometric panels, glittering chandeliers and sequined linens. Fittingly, the silent auction was stacked with goodies for the film-obsessed, including a signed Bugonia poster and Tom Huddleston’s book David Lynch: His Work, His World

The VIP lounge, located on the Belcourt’s original stage, provided a private respite from the bustling lobby. Think craft cocktails, artisanal charcuterie, a hearty buffet by Cater615 and plush seating perfect for watching the awards.

But those looking to really get in on the action took their seats inside the theater — and they weren’t afraid to hoot and holler when their Oscars picks won.

While the room buzzed with excited energy, the evening also offered moments of heartfelt reflection. Stephanie paid tribute to H.G. Webb — a philanthropist, Belcourt board member and longtime A Red Carpet Evening attendee — who passed in January. Many guests teared up as their heads filled with memories of “one of the brightest stars in the Belcourt universe.”

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

Brooke Bernard, Stephanie Silverman

Sarah Childress, Kevin Allen D. Patrick Rodgers, Amanda Matsui

Jeff Upperman, Allison Inman

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Well Sid

Humor and honesty take center stage as Centerstone rallies support for critical mental health services

Nashville’s philanthropic community recently gathered on a sunny, albeit brisk, spring day as Centerstone hosted its 11th annual Reclaiming Lives Luncheon at the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Nashville. Recently honored by Nfocus as Best Luncheon in both 2024 and 2025, the event continues to shine as one of the city’s most impactful midday gatherings.

Co-chaired by Julie and Adam Dretler, the luncheon welcomed a full ballroom of over 600 civic leaders, business professionals, advocates and supporters united by a shared commitment to expand mental health care access in Tennessee.

The highlight of the afternoon was keynote speaker John Delony, national bestselling author and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. Known for his approachable and deeply human perspective on emotional health, John delivered a powerful message drawn from his latest book, Building a Non-Anxious Life Blending humor with practical wisdom, he left the audience with simple tools for managing anxiety and encouraged guests to do something uncomfortable each day to build resilience.

For instance, John described how he challenged himself to perform a 10-minute comedy set at Zanies Comedy Club, far outside his comfort zone. The experience pushed him so much that he returned the following week to perform a full 20-minute routine. He admitted it was nerve-racking, but the luncheon audience agreed he was funny enough to hold his own as a stand-up comedian. His candid storytelling filled the ballroom with laughter, creating moments of connection that underscored his message: Growth often begins just beyond fear.

Beyond inspiration, the luncheon served a critical purpose. Funds raised directly support Centerstone’s mental health programs, ensuring Tennesseans can access counseling, crisis services and essential behavioral health care when they need it most.

The event, Centerstone’s largest fundraiser, remains a powerful reminder that when a community comes together with compassion and intention, hope and healing follow.

BY GLORIA HOUGHLAND PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

David and Carol Guth, John Delony

Donna Harrison, Ben and Barbara Middleton, Duane Harrison

Susan Glasser, Kim Greene, Angela Robbins, Mary Barton, Lisa Kelly, Stacey Tirrill

Chris Holmes Matt Hardy

Dominique Davis, Tynia Burns

Jana Greig

Lindsay Vinson, Tyler Sanders, Marion Smyser, Dan Mansfield, Breezy Hayes

Shiftin Perspective

An intimate evening of art and impact sets the stage for the Frist’s milestone year

On a beautiful spring evening, art lovers and supporters arrived at the Frist Art Museum for the annual Frist Gala Patrons Party — an unofficial start of the spring social season. Bursts of bright yellow flowers adorned the tabletops, adding pops of color to the Art Deco space.

The event was sold out — a testament to the work of the gracious co-chairs Karyn, Ashley, Elizabeth and Margaret Frist. And the milestone celebration of the Frist’s 25th anniversary only elevated the evening. Susan Edward, the museum’s first executive director and CEO, made an appearance to mark the occasion.

The party was a progressive feast for the senses, starting with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails in the lobby. After enjoying those palate-teasers, revelers moved between the main exhibition hall and the third floor to explore two powerhouse exhibits. In Her Place: Nashville Artists in the Twenty-First Century showcases female artists from Nashville, while The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse from the Dallas Museumof Art features works by Edgar Degas, Claude Monet and Berthe Morisot. Each represents a shifting perspective — In Her Place is the first local exhibit showcased on the Frist’s main floor, and the Impressionists famously offered a new way to see the world — mirroring the ways the Frist is challenging tradition and making art more accessible.

When guests headed to the auditorium for dinner, Seth Feman, Frist executive director and CEO, expanded on the power of events like the patrons party and subsequent gala. “We’re very fortunate here, because we operate continuously with a lot of community support,” he said. “But the extra we’re getting this year gives us a chance to try new things.” Thanks to the funds raised through the Frist’s 25th anniversary celebration, the museum can send more art to community partners, give specialized tours and expand its income-based Explorer membership program.

“It’s a vote of confidence to see this kind of giving,” Seth added. “And it has a direct impact on our community-facing work.”

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERIC ENGLAND

Co-chairs Margaret Frist, Karyn Frist, Elizabeth Frist, Ashley Frist

Ron Soltman and Sylvia Rapoport, Kim and Jeff Leeper

Harrison Frist, Seth Feman, Bryan Frist

Neil Krugman and Lee Pratt, Peter Oleksiak and Kelly Breckenridge

Billy and Jennifer Frist

Jacob and Kelly Unger

McKenzie Mullins, John Fumagalli

Liftin Spirits

The 15th annual Reaching New Heights luncheon builds bridges to recovery

t the 15th annual Reaching New Heights luncheon, Hillwood Country Club brimmed with female camaraderie. The event, in support of Cumberland Heights’ women’s program, helps provide a safe, dignified environment for those experiencing substance abuse and addiction. Recovery facilities are exclusively reserved for and staffed by women, offering a comfortable setting for healing.

Funds from the luncheon facilitate financial assistance for patients, residence renovations, staff training and future projects. Through generous donations, the women’s program can continue offering individualized support to women experiencing trauma, family separation and economic hardship.

Co-chairs Lake Eakin, Leslie Dabrowiak and Martha Flanagan shared that in April, Cumberland Heights would break ground on a new facility for the women’s program as part of its community recovery initiative. The new residential space will provide a safe, comfortable and trusting environment for women moving toward recovery.

Reaching New Heights has garnered a reputation for bringing in powerful speakers who stir the soul. And this year, Mackenzie Phillips — actress in American Graffiti and One Day at a Time and daughter of John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas— brought the mission home.

Mackenzie shared how her highly publicized arrest for illegal drug possession catapulted her journey to sobriety and recovery. She boldly spoke about the shame that women experiencing addiction often feel. As she passionately told her story, many attendees teared up — and all left inspired, with a copy of her memoir, High On Arrival, in hand.

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERIC ENGLAND

Rebecca Owen, Meghan Owen Jodie Lawton, Stewart Taylor, Mary Catherine Healy, Kyle Williams

Co-chair Lake Eakin, Mackenzie Phillips, co-chairs Leslie Dabrowiak, Martha Flanagan

Nancy Peterson Hearn, co-chair Leslie Dabrowiak, Diane Edwards

Marci Houff, Karen Saul, Jana Wood, Vickie Mertz

Marie Young, Grace Clayton, Anne Clayton

Leria Newbill, Tyesha West

Gretchen Herbert, Cindy Patterson, Angela Graham

Allyson Spillane, Jay Crosson, Tammy Johnston, Dawn Edwards

Circle of Disies

Leaders gather to support NAHT’s work at the Daisy Circle Ladies Leadership Luncheon

On a beautiful spring day, ladies clad in florals and pastels arrived at the Tennessee Governor’s Residence for the Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking (NAHT) Ladies Leadership Luncheon. Event co-chairs Cecile Gideon, Janice Goodwin and Memree Roberts made the rounds, greeting guests by name as revelers visited and stopped for photos. The organization was founded in 2019 to rescue, restore and resource women and children affected by human trafficking and addiction.

Bethel World Outreach Church opened the afternoon with music, as guests enjoyed a seasonally appropriate garden vegetable salad with grilled chicken. Lunch ended with delightful sweet treats — petits fours from NAHT’s Sweet Daisy bakery.

NAHT founder and executive director Mary Trapnell thanked Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee First Lady Maria Lee, who she said have “faithfully stood by NAHT in the fight against human trafficking.” She then thoughtfully introduced the day’s speaker — survivor, author and advocate Cyntoia Brown Long. At age 16, Cyntoia went to prison for killing a man while she was a sex trafficking victim. Though Cyntoia had been sent to prison for life, in 2019, Gov. Bill Haslam commuted her sentence to the 15 years she’d already served.

Cyntoia shared that, at events, she usually gives a carefully prepared speech about her experience as a sex trafficking survivor. “But the past six months, the Lord has been … challenging me and pulling me out of my comfort zone,” she said. A recent conversation with a pastor prompted this shift. “We were speaking about the ashes [of] things burned to the ground, and how it feels like everything is broken, and [how you can] pull that together and create something new and something beautiful,” she said. “And something in that moment spoke to me about soapmaking.”

Cyntoia, who has been making soap for the last three years, noted that lye — a crucial ingredient in soapmaking — is made by mixing ash with water. It occurred to her that, just like soapmaking transforms lye into something useful, her faith has turned her life into something beautiful — a way to help others.

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERIC ENGLAND

Cyntoia Brown Long, Mary Trapnell

Amy Pass, Mary Morgan Ketchel, Hillary Blackburn

Co-chair Janice Goodwin, Dana Goodman-Baird

Kay Kimbrough, Kim Camp Madison, Ashley Copelan

Jill Kolin, Olympia Lamuno

Chandler Story, AnnaLee Story

Vicki Phillips, Kelley Beaman, Susannah Lowery

Lyn Cates, Hayden Thompson, Jeri Thompson

Mkin  Difference

A Country Thing Happened On the Way to Cure Parkinson’s wows its largest crowd yet

Over 1 million Americans have Parkinson’s disease, and more than 16,000 of them live in Tennessee. Behind these statistics are real people, and surrounding them are even more people — loved ones, who are also, in their own way, touched by the disease. This support was on full display at the fourth annual A Country Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s, benefiting The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF) for Parkinson’s Research.

This year’s crowd — the event’s largest yet — descended on Belmont University’s Fisher Center for Performing Arts clad in country-chic attire. The evening, part culinary experience and part A-list concert, always promises to be a hit. Jake Howell, Peninsula chef and James Beard Award winner, treated guests to dishes that showed the breadth of his culinary skills. And performances by Little Big Town and Eric Church, as well as comic sets from Dusty Slay, Aaron Weber and Maggie Hughes DePalo, offered an evening of entertainment and laughter.

Emcee Willie Geist warmly welcomed guests and acknowledged the man who brought everyone together. “Our North Star, right from the beginning of this long, difficult journey, has been a man named Michael J. Fox,” he said, referencing Fox’s own experience with Parkinson’s disease and his efforts to find a cure.

And then, in a hushed moment, the house went dark. The curtain rose, the stage lights blazed to life and there, onstage, was Little Big Town. The band opened with “Boondocks,” its first top 10 hit, as crowd members sang, clapped and tapped their feet. Band member Kimberly Schlapman spoke about the impact MJFF has had on her family. She shared that her mother is living with Parkinson’s disease, and the condition demands resilience from both patients and caregivers. “We’ve learned what strength looks like,” Schlapman said. “We’ve learned what perseverance looks like. And we’ve learned we are not in this alone.”

Finding a cure for Parkinson’s is a group effort. And the evening exemplified the power of community, raising $1.5 million toward the foundation’s ultimate fundraising goal of $2.5 billion.

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO, JASON KEMPIN AND JOHN SHEARER FOR GETTY IMAGES

Jay Williams, Clay Neuman

Bryan and Emily Bennett, Kaitlin and William Flynn

Kendra and Jim Epstein

David and Jenna Harper

Kimberly Schlapman

Co-chairs Richard and Virginia Fitzgerald

Willie Geist, Michael J. Fox

Wayne and Kim Young

Eric Church

Niki Schreiber, Juel Darden, Jon Irvin

Alexis Rosenberg, Kelly Rosenberg

Jenny Richter Corts and Andy Corts, Cindy and Edward Dobbs, Sukey and Kenneth Johnson Rivers Cornelson, Alexa Gittle

Maggie Hughes DePalo

Don and Connie Ansley, Red and Shari Martin

Galerie Tangerine

Tennessee Craft Fair

The 55th Annual spring fair showcases handmade, ﬁnely-crafted artwork by award-winning

MAY 15 - JUNE 13

Musicians Corner Spring Series

Our free outdoor concert series returns for its 17th year. Enjoy live music alongside local food trucks, artisan vendors, Kidsville activities, and more.

From Within

The visions of artists Dr. Meagan Jordan, Al Knutson, Didi McCollum, and Arlene Wilson align brilliantly in this group show quartet at the Centennial Arts Center. MAY 15 - JUNE

SUp  Tree

Nashville Zoo’s Conservation Luncheon spotlights the tree kangaroo

pecies conservation remains a critical global issue, and few settings suit the conversation better than the Nashville Zoo. Supporters and enthusiasts gathered at the zoo’s annual Conservation Luncheon on the Jungle Terrace to hear from experts leading conservation efforts around the world. This year’s featured speaker, Lisa Dabek of Washington’s Woodland Park Zoo, drew particular anticipation for her work with tree kangaroos.

Before lunch, guests met Stormy, a miniature horse who remained as calm as a summer afternoon, while a Burmese python named Sasha made a carefully supervised appearance.

After a buffet lunch, guests turned their attention to Nashville Zoo president Rick Schwartz. He announced the addition of a new Indonesia-focused exhibit — set to become the zoo’s largest project to date. While orangutans will be the its central species, the exhibit will also house clouded leopards, hornbills, smallclawed otters and binturongs. The zoo also plans to incorporate birds of paradise into unexpected spaces as part of its signature immersive design approach, and it will soon open a tree kangaroo habitat, which Lisa will help design.

This offered the perfect segue for Lisa, who discussed her experience in Papua New Guinea — the mountainous, forested home of the tree kangaroo. Through photos and firsthand accounts, she introduced guests to the animal’s habitat, ecosystem and natural predator, the Papuan eagle (also known as the New Guinea harpy eagle).

Lisa emphasized the importance of collaborating with local communities — a common refrain in the world of conservation. Her team has worked alongside residents and government leaders to establish protected areas, while also supporting initiatives that improve health care, education and economic stability. The result is a model that protects both native species and the people who live alongside them.

BY JANET KURTZ

Suzanne Iler, Norm Miede

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

Lisa Gunderson, Katie Crumbo, Jessica Govic

Leah Kennedy, Lauren Berg

Rick Schwartz, Lisa Dabek

Stormy

Sasha

FWht’s in My B

Power of the Purse returns for another knockout year

ollowing the successful reimagining of a legacy event is always intimidating. But Power of the Purse co-chairs Julia Baker and Dalih Suchet took on the challenge with tenacity, ensuring the event’s second year as an nighttime reception (not a daytime luncheon) was a hit.

Guests returned to OZ Arts Nashville for an evening of fun, shopping and, of course, purses. Organizers worked for months securing new and gently used handbags for the silent auction, which raises crucial funds for the Community Foundation’s Women’s Fund.

During the VIP reception, patrons enjoyed cocktails, soaked up the lovely spring weather and visited with featured Park City artist Kent Youngstrom. Kent describes himself as being “on a mission to give you the pep talk you need to realize your potential and spring a win for yourself” — the perfect representative for an evening of empowerment.

Revelers moved to the main event space for shopping, wine and delicious hors d’oeuvres. The display of silent auction purses prompted fierce bidding: Just when you thought you had a bag within your grasp, someone went higher. Guests enjoyed a wonderful talk about the inherent power of the purses we carry by Michael K. Elder, a personal shopper at Dillard’s Green Hills. The timing of his speech was perfect. It preceded a spirited live auction packed with luxe items, like a magnum of Veuve Clicquot, a night of Mahjong and a four-person trip to Belize. The excitement in the room accelerated when it came time to bid on an Hermès Picotin handbag. While the purse could only go to one lucky bidder, the ultimate winners of the evening were the beneficiaries of The Women’s Fund, who rely on events like Power of the Purse to help empower women and girls in the counties they serve.

BY JANET KURTZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

Jenni Moscardelli, Ellen Lehman

Rita Mitchell, Ashlee Meier, Roxianne Bethune

Caroline Shockley, Holly Kernan, Katie Crumbo Hal Cato, Danielle Barnes

Co-chairs Julia Baker, Dalih Suchet

Arnita Ozgener, Lori Bell, Emily Schneller

Del Ray Zimmerman, Michael K. Elder

TURQUOISE

Green Oses

The Land Trust for Tennessee’s Music on the Farm offers revelry in nature and support for conservation

The fourth Music on the Farm for The Land Trust for Tennessee offered a picturesque evening of music, fundraising and community. Aptly located at Glen Leven Farm — a natural oasis just minutes from downtown — the night raised a toast to the beauty of greenspaces and the importance of conserving them.

The Land Trust for Tennessee protects 137,000 acres of land across 76 counties from new development, maintaining the distinct character of each property. Music on the Farm, the organization’s key spring fundraiser, helps ensure these treasured spaces remain protected.

Perfect weather and a cool breeze complemented the farm’s picturesque scenery. Guests visited with one another while enjoying a South Coast Seafood crawfish boil and browsing silent auction items, including two Gibson guitars.

Board chair Louise Beasley welcomed the crowd, emphasizing the organization’s mission. “We’re not government-funded, so we rely on our friends and fellow Tennesseans,” she said. “People who care about Tennessee’s farms, forests, open spaces and public parks — places that feel like home.”

Then came the highlight of the night — the live entertainment. Country singer Trey Pendley opened, making the crowd laugh with witty remarks in between songs. Then, headliner and six-time Grammy winner Sarah Jarosz took the stage alongside her husband, musician Jeff Picker. Sarah entranced the audience with her clear, pure voice and masterful guitar picking underneath the stars.

BY MADELEINE BRADFORD PHOTOGRAPHS BY ANGELINA CASTILLO

Emily Reed, Nigel Callisto

Cathy Shell, Susan Moll

Earle Simmons, Liz McLaurin, Louise Beasley, Jay Williams, Mary Katherine Simmons, Martin Jones

Tellis Gary Pierce Corl, Raylin Bridges

Sarah Jarosz

Trey Pendley, Steve Markland, Ryan Pattengale

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COMPLETED IN 1932, Cheekwood Estate & Gardens had a two-story brick garage that could accommodate six automobiles. The Cheek family fleet included a seven-passenger Winton Six limousine sedan, a wood-paneled Ford Woody station wagon, a Buick, a Packard, a Lincoln town car with wire wheels and whitewall tires, and a flashy 1931 green convertible Ford Roadster — pictured here with Leslie Cheek Jr., who received the vehicle as a gift upon graduating from Harvard University.

Automotive history comes alive at the 2026 Exposition of Elegance: Classic Cars & Motorcycles at Cheekwood, on view June 20-21. The exhibit showcases early- and mid-20th-century vehicles against the backdrop of botanical gardens and culminates in a one-mile “tour d’élégance” through the streets of Belle Meade.

BY CARRINGTON FOX PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF CHEEKWOOD ESTATE & GARDENS

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HIGH JEWELLERY

CONTENTS

parties

Coming Home

Ndesign: David Clair, Clair & Co.

Worth the Drive: Grand Hotel

Golf Resort & Spa

WHAT’S NEARBY

WHAT TO DO

WHERE TO EAT

HOW TO GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP

HOMES OF DISTINCTION

4410 Truxton Place

Meade Haven, 1201 Belle Meade Blvd.

The Manning, 120 Woodmont Blvd., #302

Hillcote, 3800 Woodlawn Drive

515 Hillwood Drive

Blackberry Estate, 325 Gun Club Road

1358 Page Road

734 Jackson Blvd.

NOW PRESENTING: PRESERVE NASHVILLE

FATEFUL O R IGINS

UNITED ST R ENGTHS

ENCOURAGING A DVOC A CY

NOT BD FO KIDS FOM THE STICKS

50 YEARS IN THE MAKING

THE WINNERS

THE FIN  L ST NDINGS — WHITE WINES

THE FIN  L ST NDINGS —  ED WINES

A LL- A MERIC AN RA IL BL A ZING

FI R ESIDE R EVIVAL

A KATTEG AT VOYA GE

REA DY, SET, S A IL

SNOW BOOTS ON THE G R OUND

HA NDS ON DECK

Tomorrow: Stndin t the Ede

Travel Professionals

Tody, Tomorrow nd Forever

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Grace Clayton

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Kate Giarratana & Chad Wohlers

Exclusively Residential

Sam Giarratana & Candida Mia

INSIDER’S GUIDE

TO REALTORS

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Laura Stroud Blackstock & Lisa Wilson

INSIDER’S GUIDE TO REALTORS

Therese Winnington

Celebrtin the Silver Screen

BEACON GROUP OF Tennessee

Well Sid

Shiftin Perspective

Liftin Spirits

Circle of Disies

Mkin  Difference

Tennessee Craft Fair

Musicians Corner Spring Series

From Within

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FWht’s in My B

TURQUOISE

Green Oses

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