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Welcome to The MACC! Where art and history will bring you back.
Current and Upcoming Events
Current and Upcoming Exhibitions
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Echoes of Conversations: A Celebration of Black History Art Exhibition
February 16, 2019 - March 17, 2019A Celebration of Black History Echoes of Conversations is a tribute to black Americans in art, literature, and poetry featuring the art of celebrated Nashville…
LEARN
Art Programs and Summer Camps at The MACC! Children and adults of all ages enjoy classes from Water Colors to Anime Drawing and Clay Sculpting taught by local professionals! Our Summer Arts Camps focus on enrichment, exposure, and experience in visual arts and fine arts. Members of The MACC enjoy a members-only discount. Discover more and register today!

ART CLASSES
The MACC has a variety of year-round art classes and programs available for children and adults.
Get Involved
We want you to be part of The MACC Experience! Enjoy its history, arts movement, and events and classes for children and adults. Engage with us in a collective effort to maintain the historic home, build upon the energy that is the museum's acclaimed art exhibits, and participate in exclusive events. Discover more and become a member today!

VOLUNTEERS & INTERNS
The MACC has a variety of year-round internship and volunteer programs available for students of all ages.

DONATE
Our membership and sponsorship programs provide wonderful benefits and support our mission.

EXPERIENCE
Our beautiful historic home and grounds is the ideal location to host your wedding or special private event.
Past Events
- 16 Feb, 19Past
Echoes of Conversations: A Celebration of Black History
Saturday, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmOPENING RECEPTION: ECHOES OF CONVERSATIONS. A Celebration of Black History Join us at the opening reception of, Echoes of Conversations a tribute to black Americans…
09 Feb, 19PastHome, Heart, Heritage. Black History Month Historical Art Workshops & Quilt Program
Saturday, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pmMonthaven Arts and Cultural Center Honors Black History Month with Home. Heart. Heritage. Attendees of these unique, historical art workshops will experience the art of…
03 Feb, 19PastHome, Heart, Heritage. Black History Month Historical Art Workshops & Quilt Program
Sunday, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pmMonthaven Arts and Cultural Center Honors Black History Month with Home. Heart. Heritage. Attendees of these unique, historical art workshops will experience the art of…
What our visitors have to say about their experience
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A lovely artistic venue filled with local talent. Made me happy, and worth the drive.
Sheena A. -
Top notch Arts education facility in Hendersonville. Fully vetted, professional, licensed instructors in a unique 200 year old historic mansion.
Daniel T.
Our Venue
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Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
The Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center is home to Historic Monthaven Mansion. Circa 1863, Monthaven is nestled in beautiful, Sumner County. The Monthaven Arts and…
The Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center (The MACC) is Sumner County’s first arts museum of its kind and is an inspiring addition to the Greater Nashville’s Arts and Museums community.
Our mission is to collect, preserve and interpret local and regional art, and present exhibits of regional, national and international importance. History, arts, education, and community will remain an ever-present commitment to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center.
The MACC is located in the beautiful historic mansion on Gallatin Road in Hendersonville. Formerly known as Hendersonville Arts Council, it is being transformed into a magnificent art gallery and museum, and is set to become a destination in the region for those interested in the visual and performing arts.
Monthaven was originally part of 640 acres granted to Henry Rule for service in the Revolutionary War. Built in the early 1800s and used as a Civil War field hospital, the mansion was named Liberty Hall when LB Fite took up residence after the war. In 1936, it was bought by Nashville businessman Mont Bliss Comer, becoming his “getaway” and quickly coined “Monts Haven.” After Mont’s death, his family remained in the mansion and sold it in the late 1980s to a development company who deeded the mansion to the city of Hendersonville to be used for the arts.
By April 2017, The MACC had new goals of presenting special exhibitions of regional, national, and international artists, continuing to grow the arts education programs, and maintaining the museum’s rich history and heritage.
Today Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center exists to create a vibrant art, educational, and cultural experience for people of all ages and to maintain Monthaven as a Historical Landmark.
With a new vision and re-branding on the horizon, The MACC is on the fast-track towards success of becoming Middle Tennessee’s premier gallery and museum destination.