Kid S.M.[A.R.T.] Gala: Building Connections
Thank you for joining us at Wilburn Street Studio (307 B Wilburn St, Nashville, TN 37207) on November 16 from 4-7pm! We had an afternoon filled with artwork from the community, activities for adults and children, and the chance to build new connections and strengthen existing ones. Stay tuned for pictures from the event!
Special thanks to our sponsors who made this event possible!
Our Gold Sponsor
Our Silver Sponsors
Our Bronze Sponsors
Interested in supporting kids’ mental health by sponsoring events like this one?
Email us at info@kidsmarttn.org
FAQs
What will happen at the event?
At its core, the Kid S.M.[A.R.T.] Gala is a casual art gallery featuring art from young kids through college students in the community with the theme of Building Connections. In addition to live music and refreshments from the Gypsy Crepe Company food truck, there will be a silent auction (online and in-person) that includes the submitted art pieces as well as options such as a stay in Destin, FL, a game night basket, handmade and donated goods, and gift certificates from local businesses. Click the link below to begin bidding! All proceeds will go directly to supporting kids’ mental health.
I want to attend! How do I RSVP?
Our ticketing link can be found below. There are options to pay in advance at a discounted rate or RSVP now and pay at the door on November 16! Please use the link in the ticketing page (also linked below) to submit your payment.
Ticket Rates:
Adult Ticket: $10 ($12 at the door)
Child Ticket: $5 ($6 at the door)
Family Ticket: $20 ($25 at the door)
What does the theme Building Connections mean?
Childhood is a time of rapid learning and discovery. Each new experience forms new connections in the brain, laying the foundation for the rest of our lives and influencing how we learn, relate to others, and see ourselves. Just like in our brains, we build connections through openness, creativity, and communication.
The theme Building Connections celebrates these links, the ones between science and art, between children and the community, and between possibility and reality. We are inviting you to contribute to this gallery and celebrate the ways in which children form connections that help them grow, dream, and thrive.
Can my art be displayed at the event?
Yes! You can submit art using the link below. Submissions will no longer be accepted for judging, but any submissions prior to November 16 will be displayed at the event. Art submitted before November 3 has been viewed by local art teachers, and selected pieces will be live auctioned at the event. There is a fee of $5 per submission. Selected artists will earn $100, three free tickets, and primary display at the event. All children or college students in middle Tennessee are eligible!
What do I wear?
This is a casual event! Our dress code is casual, fun, and funky—whatever you feel comfortable in to enjoy the art on display, refreshments, and hands-on art activities for all ages.