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April 19 2024
Nashville’s mural scene has a new member + it weighs over 500 pounds.
The Nashville Clayscape found at The Clay Lady's Campus | Photo by the NASHtoday team
The Nashville Clayscape, created by local artist Tammy Gentuso, is an 8-by-25 ft. comprehensive map of Nashville that is created out of handmade clay tiles.
Beginning in West Nashville and spanning across Donelson, the mural depicts 1,300+ hand-sculpted landmarks that took 3 years to complete.
Tammy began by creating sheets of weather-resistant clay which was cut into 12-by-12 inch tiles. Each tile was layered with more clay that would be sculpted into homes, buildings, restaurants, rivers, and more.
The Nashville Clayscape mural | Gif by the NASHtoday team
As time went on, Tammy was able to experiment with color + techniques to create the exact vision she was going for. She worked on the mural from left to right, which is why the tiles increase in complexity the further you look. One of Tammy’s favorite memories of the project was her son using a special tool to etch tiny windows onto every structure.
An interactive map key can be used to identify each landmark. Some of the ones we spotted include the Batman building, Nashville Public Square Park, Elliston Place Soda Shop, and The Clay Lady’s Campus that sits within a magnifying glass. There’s even iconic murals within the mural. Tammy’s favorite hidden gems are tandem bike stamps — honoring her + her husband’s favorite hobby — and her house that is surrounded by hearts and a sign that says, “My home.”
The Nashville Clayscape highlights Nashville in more than just visual ways. It sits on the wall of The Clay Lady’s Campus (1416 Lebanon Pk. Ste. C) honoring the selfless contributions of the community during its creation. The location, clay, supplies, and installation were donated, making the out-of-pocket cost completely free.
Our favorite part? The map is bordered by 3-inch tiles made by the Nashville community.
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Today
- Nashville Career and Job Fair | Tues., Sept. 14 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Radisson Hotel, 1112 Airport Center Dr. | Free | Meet with top hiring and recruiting companies in Nashville.
- Margaret Renkl | Tues., Sept. 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Frances Bond Davis Theater at Harpeth Hall, 3801 Hobbs Rd. | Free | Nashville-based author Margaret Renkl will discuss her new book, "Graceland, at Last."
Wednesday
Thursday
- Jonas Brothers | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 7 p.m. | Firstbank Amphitheater | $25+ | We’re a sucker for this brother trio
- Nashville Veteran Virtual Job Fair | Thurs., Sept. 16 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Past participating employers have included Nissan, Spectrum, Amazon, and others
Friday
- Night Market | Fri., Sept. 17 | 5-9 p.m. | Nashville Farmers Market | Cost of purchase | Listen to live music while shopping, sipping, and dining.
- Full Moon Pickin' Party | Fri., Sept. 17 | 6-10 p.m. | Percy Warner Park | $10+ | BYO blanket or chair + enjoy traditional bluegrass and food vendors. 🪕
We have a monthly guide filled with events + activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.
Weather
- 87º | Scattered showers | 40% chance of rain
Coronavirus
Ranked
- Vanderbilt ranked as the No. 14 National University, No. 12 in Best Undergraduate Teaching + No. 8 in Best Value Schools on US News’ list of Best Colleges. Additionally, Belmont ranked No. 27 in Best Undergraduate Teaching and Fisk ranked as the No. 9 HBCU.
Plan Ahead
- We’ve got some Valentine’s Day plans for you, no matter your relationship status. Pop star Dua Lipa will perform at Bridgestone Arena for her Future Nostalgia tour on Feb. 14, 2022. Tickets go on sale this Fri., Sept. 17. 🎶 (The Tennessean)
Coming Soon
- The Co-Op, a Charleston-based eatery specializing in frosé, will open its first out-of-state locations in Nashville + Chattanooga next year (hey, CHStoday + NOOGAtoday 👋). While a specific opening date has not been announced, you can find us scrolling through the restaurant’s hilarious Instagram page while we wait.
Community
- You can find us at the ukulele park. From giant puzzles and hand-painted ping pong tables to miniature oasis and bistro patios, there will be plenty of unique parklets to check out on PARK(ing) Day (Sept. 17). View the map to see where the hotspots will be.
Cause
Stat
Award
- Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has been named the 2021 Friend of Education by the National Association of State Boards of Education. The nonprofit, which distributes free books to families, is being honored for its contribution to children’s readiness for kindergarten + increased reading frequency. (Music Row)
Dish
- South Asian American restaurant Tailor Nashville will host pop-up dinners this weekend in partnership with The Nashville Food Project. A portion of proceeds from the dinners on Sept. 18 + 19 will support the efforts of the nonprofit's ongoing work, including its Community Meals program. Get tickets.
Finance
- Score an easy $200 bonus after spending just $500 in the first 3 months with this no annual fee cashback card. (That's like getting 40% cashback on your first $500 spent.) After that, keep racking up rewards with unlimited 1.5% cashback on every purchase. Ⓟ
Nashville International Airport is now taking guests to outer space. ✨
As part of BNA’s Arts at the Airport program, the columns outside the Consolidated Rental Car Facility have been decorated with space-themed mosaic installations. The project created by Guy Kemper spans 12 columns + is titled “The Stars Come Out at Night.”
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