The Carnegie Center for Arts and History

05/28/2026

Join us at the Carnegie Center for Arts and History on June 3, 2026, from 6:00–7:00 PM for “Rediscovering Ruby Falls: Jackson’s Lost Voice,” a special lecture by Dr. Kate Ngai of Glasgow Caledonian University. Drawing from her research into country music, fandom, identity, and overlooked voices in popular culture, Dr. Ngai will explore the life, music, and legacy of Jackson-born country singer Ruby Falls — an artist whose story deserves renewed attention. Discover how Ruby Falls’ voice and career fit into the broader history of country music and why her work still resonates today.

05/27/2026

We're still obsessed with Katie Howerton & Hilary Griffith sidewalk art, and Sunrise Media captured their whole process and heart behind this mural so perfectly! Make sure you stop by and see the magic of this new public art installation for yourself at 305 E College St.

05/27/2026

05/18/2026

We are ecstatic to announce the completion of the new sidewalk mural in front of the Carnegie. Artists and .howerton created an incredible piece that shows the long history of art at the Carnegie. We want to thank and the community members for helping to install the work. This public artwork was provided by and . Please drop by and see this wonderful artwork!

05/15/2026

Thanks to for sharing his family’s history of perseverance, strength, and community building.

05/05/2026

In the Living On exhibition you will see faces of Tennesseans who are both survivors of and witnesses to the Holocaust. The exhibition exists because each of these courageous individuals was willing to revisit painful memories, telling his or her story in hopes that history might never repeat itself.

Through these accounts of Holocaust survivors and liberators, we become witnesses to an important and frightening period—a time when government leaders persecuted and sought to kill ordinary citizens because of who they were. Their history is a part of our collective memory; their strength and resiliency inspire us all.

Living On is on view throughout the month of May.

05/01/2026

First Friday! We are open late this evening as part of First Fridays. Come see our new exhibits Pictures & Poems and Effectors by .art. We also have Living On: Portraits of Tennessee Survivors and Liberators during the month of May. Love music history? Then check out our Legends of Tennessee Music collection. See you tonight!

04/29/2026

ON VIEW: Effectors by .art here at the Carnegie Center. These sculptures live somewhere between instrument, furniture, and architecture. Come experience Carter’s work in person. Of course, Jackson residents always receive free admission here at the Carnegie Center!

12/19/2025

🎄One local museum invites residents to wrap up the year surrounded by art, friends, music, and community. 👉https://www.wbbjtv.com/2025/12/18/carnegie-center-welcomes-residents-for-suede-blue-christmas-party-opening-reception/