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Ancient Greece's Parthenon is the proud centerpiece of Nashville's Centennial Park. The replica building is considered to be the pinnacle of classical architecture and is an attraction in the city's premier urban park. The Parthenon also serves as Nashville's art museum. The focus of the Parthenon's permanent collection is a group of 63 paintings by 19th and 20th century American artists donated by James M. Cowan. Additional gallery spaces provide a venue for a variety of temporary shows and exhibits.

Antique lovers with a green thumb find happiness at the Antiques and Garden Show  of Nashville, one of the largest antique and horticulture festivals in the country. Attendees from all over the world browse over one hundred and fifty antique and garden booths, hear engaging lectures, and see and purchase rare, beautiful antiques.

Mercy me! The nightlife rocks at Mercy Lounge with the popular 8 off 8th night where someone with their eye on the local music scene hand-picks 8 bands at his or her discretion for a night of truly diverse, talented musical mixing. Catch the next 8 off 8th and see if you have what it takes to get up on stage.

All aboard! Come to the Tennessee Central Railway Museum to see the largest collection of Tennessee Central Railway artifacts, including passenger cars, cabooses, freight cars and locomotives. The coolest part of the museum visit is the opportunity to board a TCR train on a passenger excursion ride around scenic Tennessee.