Website: https://nashvilleparthenon.com/
The Nashville Parthenon is a museum and cultural institution located in Centennial Park in Nashville, Tennessee. It is described as the world’s only exact-size replica of the original Parthenon in Athens. The museum is operated in partnership with the Centennial Park Conservancy and houses art exhibitions and collections while offering tours, educational programs, and event rentals to the public.
Services
The Parthenon presents art exhibitions and collections and offers guided tours and audio tours for visitors. It runs educational programs and provides classroom resources, virtual museum content, and downloadable audio tours for students and teachers. The institution hosts family activities and events throughout the year.
For private functions, the Parthenon offers event rentals for occasions such as weddings and corporate parties. A merchandise shop is available on site, and during the temporary closure the museum has operated an outdoor pop-up gift shop. The institution also makes its building lighting available for nonprofit causes, with associated fees supporting its preservation fund.
About
The Nashville Parthenon serves as both an art museum and a landmark, functioning as a full-scale replica of the ancient Greek temple. Its programming spans collections, exhibitions, education, and community engagement, and it is supported through memberships, volunteering, and giving opportunities described on its website. The institution’s mission and history are detailed in the About section of the site, alongside information about its collections and partners.
Location & Contact
The Nashville Parthenon is located at 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, TN 37203. The phone number is 615-862-8431, and the email address is [email protected].
Admission prices are listed as $15.00 for adults, $10.00 for seniors age 62 and older, and $10.00 for youth ages 4 to 17. Children under 4 and members are admitted free. Payment is accepted by cash, check, or card, with a 2.3% convenience fee for card transactions, and admission is sold only at the on-site ticket counter or museum store. Discounts are available, including free admission for SNAP/EBT participants for up to 4 people with an ID card, free admission for active military between Armed Forces Day and Labor Day with valid ID, and a $2 discount on adult tickets for college students, educators, and active-duty or veteran military.
Additional Information
The Parthenon was temporarily closed from March 1 to June 2, 2026 for HVAC system replacement, during which the building exterior and Centennial Park remained accessible and outdoor audio tours were available. Visitor policies prohibit items such as water bottles, food and drinks, large bags, backpacks, luggage, sports equipment, and drones. Limited free small cubbies are available for storage, and small lockers cost $0.25. The website is organized into About, Visit, Education, Private Events, and Get Involved sections.
Profile compiled from the company’s official website (nashvilleparthenon.com).