After you've checked out some of the art in Nashville, you might want to find a quiet country scene or a spectacular view of the skyline and create your own masterpiece. Aaron Douglas Gallery Fisk University, Jackson St. and 17th Ave. Aaron Douglas Gallery on the third floor of the university library has a huge collection of African and African-American art, which it features in changing displays. Among the highlights are Cyrus Baldridge's illustrations of African people and scenes. The gallery is open 10 AM to 5 PM Tuesday through Friday.
Admission is free, but donations are accepted.
The Arts Company 215 Fifth Ave. The personal collection of LIFE magazine photographer Ed Clark is one of the highlights at this eclectic gallery. Arts in the Airport Foundation 1 Terminal Dr., Ste. The Arts in the Airport program brings a variety of changing visual arts exhibits as well as musical performances to all three levels at Metro Nashville International Airport. For information on the Airport Sun Project light sculpture, see our Getting Around chapter.