Frist Art Museum unveils its 2025 exhibition schedule

From paintings and mixed media to sculptures and photography, there’s a lot in store for the new year at the Frist Art Museum.

A black and white close-up photograph of two members of the Beetles.

John and George by Paul McCartney | Photo via Frist Art Museum courtesy of MPL Archive LLP

Consider this your first walkthrough of four exhibits coming to the Frist Art Museum’s galleries next year.

Farm to Table: Art, Food, and Identity in the Age of Impressionism | Jan. 31–May 4 | Ingram Gallery | ~50 paintings and sculptures detailing the nation’s relationship with food through all its stages. Bonus: For a more localized perspective, check out the companion show Tennessee Harvest: 1870s–1920s.

Ellen Altfest: Forever | May 29-Sept. 1 | Gordon Contemporary Artists Project Gallery | A collection of ~20 oil paintings created over the last two decades that showcases qualities of objects often overlooked

Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-1964: Eyes of the Storm | Nov. 7-Jan. 26, 2026 | Upper-Level Galleries | Organized by London’s National Portrait Gallery and includes recently uncovered photographs taken by Paul McCartney between December 1963 and February 1964

Now, add those tickets to c(art) — there are 10 total exhibits to see.

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