Welcome to the 36th Annual
Antiques &Garden Show
of Nashville
January 9–11, 2026
Presented by
Welcome to
American Elegance
American Elegance celebrates the 36th year of the renowned Antiques & Garden Show of Nashville with a weekend steeped in heritage, hospitality and the enduring beauty of classic design.
2026 Keynote
LivingLegacy
The Classic American Style of Ralph Lauren
Friday, January 9 | 11 A.M.
David Lauren and Lauren Bush Lauren, moderated by Alfredo Paredes
Tickets for our keynote lecture are available through the purchase of a benefactor package.
David Lauren
For over 50 years, Ralph Lauren Corporation has defined timeless style and is recognized around the world as an ambassador of American quality, luxury and leadership. As chief branding and innovation officer, David Lauren oversees the company’s brand strength, innovation portfolio, marketing, advertising and public relations, and he’s been instrumental in making Ralph Lauren a leader in the digital and innovation space. David is also president of the Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation, where he leads the company’s philanthropic efforts and is dedicated to the company’s corporate responsibility strategy and influential community programs. David joined the company in 2000.
Lauren Bush Lauren
For her work with FEED, Lauren has received multiple awards, including Fortune Magazine’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs in 2009 and Inc. Magazine’s 30 Under 30 in 2010. In 2015, she was named a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. Additionally, Lauren serves on the board of directors for the Food Bank for NYC.
Alfredo Paredes
Image Credit: Frank Frances
2026 Show Schedule
FIRST LOOK
12 - 3 P.M.
Invitation-only
BENEFACTOR'S RECEPTION
5:30 - 6:30 P.M.
Available only to Benefactors
PREVIEW PARTY
6:30 - 9 P.M. | Show Floor
SHOW HOURS
9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
POP-UP SHOP
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. | Show Floor
Located across from the check-in table.
KEYNOTE LECTURE
Living Legacy: The Classic American Style of Ralph Lauren
David Lauren and Lauren Bush Lauren, moderated by Alfredo Paredes
11 A.M. - 12 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom
BOOK SIGNING
David Lauren, Lauren Bush Lauren and Alfredo Paredes
12 - 1 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom Lobby
DESIGN PANEL
A Sophisticated Translation of American Elegance
Christine and John Gachot of GACHOT and Will Meyer and Gray Davis of Meyer Davis, moderated by Tori Mellott
2 - 3 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom
BOOK SIGNING
Meyer Davis
3 - 4 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom Lobby
THE BOURBON PARTY
6:30 - 9 P.M. | Center Garden
SHOW HOURS
9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
POP-UP SHOP
9 A.M. - 5 P.M. | Show Floor
Located across from the check-in table
FLORAL LECTURE
Floral Fantasy: The Art of Designing an Elegant Celebration
Preston Bailey
11 A.M. - 12 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom
BOOK SIGNING
Preston Bailey
12 - 1 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom Lobby
LANDSCAPE DESIGN LECTURE
Designing Timeless American Gardens
Charles Stick, in conversation with Ben Page
2 - 3 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom
BOOK SIGNING
Charles Stick
3 - 4 P.M. | Davidson Ballroom Lobby
MUSIC IN THE GARDENS
Music by Melanie Penn
3:30 - 5:00 P.M. | Center Garden
SHOW HOURS
11 A.M. - 4 P.M.
POP-UP SHOP
11 A.M. - 4 P.M. | Show Floor
Located across from the check-in table.
SUNDAY SHOPPING IN THE GARDEN
11 A.M. - 4 P.M. | Show Floor
Coffee, bloody marys, pastries and snacks available for purchase while you browse.
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