TOTS! at Cheekwood

Bring your little one to TOTS!, a drop-in program designed with toddlers in mind (though children of all ages are welcome). Held Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 AM to noon in the Children's Garden, this program offers hands-on activities and storytimes throughout the morning, with sessions at 10, 10:45, and 11:30 AM. At 11:45 AM, families can join an Education Team member for Turtle Talks, where kids watch the turtles being fed and ask questions about these garden residents. Each week features a different theme tied to current exhibitions or seasonal topics, encouraging exploration of both art and nature. This program is included with either a Cheekwood membership or general admission ticket—no separate registration required. Kids should dress for mess and bring their imaginations! Please note that TOTS! is weather dependent, so check the Cheekwood Instagram stories or call 615-353-9827 before your visit on uncertain weather days. The fall schedule runs through October with themes including colors of the rainbow, harvest creatures, and autumn foliage.