The sweet sounds of Appalachia are coming to the Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center this holiday season. Appalachian Road Show, a visionary acoustic ensemble, will perform in an intimate, Bluebird Café-like setting at the MACC. The ensemble is known for its new-generation interpretations of traditional Americana, bluegrass and folk songs. Led by Grammy-nominated banjoist Barry […]
Monthaven Arts and Cultural Center celebrates carnival time with a Venetian-style masquerade. This colorful event takes its inspiration from the annual festivals held in Venice, Italy during Medieval and Renaissance times. Decked out in elaborates costumes and masks, festivalgoers indulged their passion for live music and dance. The MACC’s masquerade is a tribute to artist […]
Join us for an artist talk and Masterclass with Michael McBride. Whether you harbor a burning desire to write and illustrate your own children's book or find yourself entrusted with the delightful task of bringing someone else's story to life, this class is tailored just for you. A seasoned artist in the realm of children's […]
Pysanky eggs have a rich and fascinating history. Dating back thousands of years, this traditional Ukrainian craft involves the dyeing of intricate and ornate Easter eggs. The term "pysanky" comes from the Ukrainian verb "pysaty," which means "to write." These eggs are meticulously decorated using a wax-resist method, where designs are drawn with melted beeswax […]
Led by phenomenal artist and teacher, Peach McCombs, this is your opportunity to cut loose, enjoy yourselves and relax.
🌸 Join us in a charming, laid-back setting where our floral designer will provide step-by-step guidance on creating a stunning spring wreath. From selecting the perfect combination of seasonal blooms, foliage, and accents to mastering the techniques of wreath assembly, this class is designed for both beginners and seasoned crafters alike. 🌺 Materials Provided: We'll […]
Photography lovers and music enthusiasts alike are invited to the opening of a major new exhibition titled 1968: A Folsom Redemption. Writer Gene Beley, who was with Johnny Cash at his famous Folsom Prison concerts, will be on hand from 2 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 6 p.m. for an Artist Talk. Admission is […]
Led by phenomenal artist and teacher, Peach McCombs, this is your opportunity to cut loose, enjoy yourselves and relax.
Back by popular demand: In this fun, innovative two-day workshop, the renowned artist Valentine Adams will lead participants through the process of creating "reclaimed metal sculptures." Participants are encouraged to bring with them small metal objects that may have a special texture, patina or nostalgic value. Using their imaginations, they will then integrate these disparate […]
The Fifth Annual Moonlight and Magnolias returns to the MACC bigger and better than ever. The MACC’s premier annual fundraiser, Moonlight and Magnolias is an elegant black-tie gala event that brings together many of Sumner County’s most prominent arts patrons for an evening of art, music, fine dining and dancing. Each Moonlight and Magnolias highlights […]
Robin Willis is the MACC’s Healing Arts Coordinator. She also works as the Exhibition and Events Manager and Director of Outreach. Robin has a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from Clemson University with a minor in Entrepreneurship. She is a multi-discipline artist with emphasis in writing, mixed media abstract painting, alternative process photography, collage, and book arts and binding. In addition to her art practices, she holds several healing modalities certificates, such as extensive kundalini yoga teacher training and education, Reiki master, systemic family constellation facilitator, and depth psychology-based therapy trainings. As an avid learner, she explores and encourages others in their exploration in art, psyche, and our relationship to the micro and macro worlds within and around us. Influenced by John Muir’s quote, When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe, she fuses art, healing, and organization throughout her work and personal life as a creative-scientist minded person.
Kaylin Warden serves as the MACC’s Creative Design and Operations Manager. In this post, she oversees the organization’s graphic design work for exhibitions, events and special projects. She also coordinates the MACC’s arts outreach activities and assists with bookkeeping, among other duties. Kaylin, above all, 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.
