Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
The Tolleson Experiment, a 6-piece blues-rock-country band from Nashville, gives you rock with a message. With influences of blues, alt-country, and a dash of electronica included, the band brings a positive message to you with some great music. As a Nashville band, the Tolleson Experiment has immersed itself in mind-boggling variety of styles. These various […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Join us for the opening of On The Wings of Blessings, featuring new works by Tennessee artist Lisa Jennings. Her intricately layered multi-media paintings and sculptures show a deep connection to nature. The effortless beauty of her work demonstrates both the power of art and resilience of the human spirit. On the Wings of Blessings […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center's 2024 Sweet Summer Concert Series presents a performance by the cover band Rock United. Specializing in music from the 1970s, Rock United plays everything from the music of Aerosmith and Bob Seger to Led Zeppelin and ZZ Top. When Rock United hits the stage, audiences jump to their feet. Bring […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Join artist Lisa Jennings for a transformative 3-hour session where you'll discover that joy is real even in times of challenge. Come find your flow and joy with color in this unique healing experience. Using the fluid catalyst of watercolor, you'll experience and express your emotions. By finding and taking time for self, you give […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Unleash your creativity and dive into the world of surrealism at our upcoming “Lunch and Learn” session. This month, we’re bringing you an immersive experience into the mind of the iconic Salvador Dalí and the revolutionary Surrealist movement. Guided by a spirit of imagination and experimentation, you’ll craft your own surreal portrait using a mix […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Join Us for a Creative Soiree! In celebration of the remarkable exhibition gracing the galleries of Monthaven, Salvador Dalί's Stairway to Heaven, we are thrilled to invite you, our valued patrons, to an unforgettable evening. As a token of our appreciation for your support and membership, we have planned a delightful and delicious event just […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Sabor y Arte (“Flavor and Art”) offers an immersive experience. This memorable evening will celebrate the richness of Spanish culture through a delightful blend of food, art and music. Enjoy an authentic Spanish dinner and assorted wines while viewing our exhibition Stairway to Heaven: Salvador Dali’s The Divine Comedy. Morris Shapiro, a noted art historian […]
Journey with artist Lisa Jennings as she delves into the influences that shape her work. She will discuss the role of artmaking and how meditation guides the outcome of her creations. The evening will include refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artist and ask questions about her art and process. The talk coincides with […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Come join us for our Fall Homeschool Pop-Up Class! Dive into a world of color, texture, and imagination as we guide you through the art of fabric collage. Students ages 5 and up will get to cut, layer, and mix different fabrics to create their very own vibrant masterpieces. From wild patterns to soft textures, this […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center
1017 Antebellum Circle, Hendersonville, United States
Get ready to scratch below the surface of your psyche as you create a print inspired by the work of Salvador Dalí. As we tour the Stairway to Heaven exhibition, we'll explore the context of Dalí's work during the postwar period, guided by a new personal art philosophy he called Nuclear Mysticism. Then, in the […]
Kaylin Warden joined the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center staff in 2024 as External Affairs Coordinator. In this post, she organizes special off-site events and manages the organization’s external communications. She also works with the development department by updating the MACC’s customer relations database, and she assists the executive director in setting up exhibitions. Above all else, Kaylin is passionate about the arts. It comes as no surprise, then, that she is now pursuing a master’s degree in art history. When she’s not at the MACC, you can find her reading her favorite books (especially ones dealing with maritime mysteries), cooking, gardening, playing with her cat and two dogs, and cheering for the Nashville Predators.
Ruth Chase
Regional Arts Director
Ruth Chase is the Regional Arts Director of Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center, joining the team in 2023. For Ruth, the job is all about community, bringing people together to uplift and educate artists and art lovers alike. Her role at Monthaven is to strengthen the local artist community and build connections that will enrich Hendersonville and our surrounding communities through art exhibitions, art education, and opportunities for regional artists.
Prior to joining Monthaven, Ruth worked in the arts for over 30 years and is a multimedia artist and graduate of the San Francisco Art Institute. Her artistic practice is inquiry-based and engages in community bridge-building. She was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the City of Los Angeles, curated and juried exhibitions, and has taught at the Crocker Art Museum.
Ruth was awarded an Artist-in-Residence for Artist Activating Communities through a grant from the California Arts Council for three consecutive years. Her film Belonging screened at both the 18th Annual Nevada City Film Festival and Wild & Scenic Film Festival. She has received the Legendary Female Artist of Venice award, and she has exhibited in The Crocker Kingsley, the Museum of Northern California Art, and the Diego Rivera Gallery at the San Francisco Art Institute. Ruth also continues her work as a Curatorial Consultant and Art director for the Californian Indigenous Research Project, where she has worked with the local tribe since 2018.
