Open Saturdays: Contemporary Art at the Eugenia Williams House

Gabriel Lester: Melancholia in Arcadia opens on SATURDAY, JUNE 20.

This art installation, organized by the Knoxville Museum of Art, will be open to the public on Saturdays from noon to 4:00 p.m. from June 20 to August 29. No ticket or reservation is required for this free exhibition, but space is limited. Visitors may enter the house on a first come, first served basis as capacity allows.

 

How to visit the exhibition.

Gabriel Lester: Melancholia in Arcadia on view beginning June 20.

Become part of the story

Eugenia Williams had a vision—and gave life to one of Knoxville’s most distinctive properties. Discover the House through guided tours and special events, and explore the Grounds, which are open to the public for picnics, walks, and quiet reflection.

Plan Your Visit

Explore our Grounds

Explore the diverse plant life and natural beauty along the many trails and wild gardens throughout the property.

Learn More about The Grounds

Designed by John Fanz Staub and completed in 1941, the Eugenia Williams House combines traditional elegance and modern innovation. From its handcrafted woodwork to one of the city’s first automatic dishwashers, every detail of this house speaks to its place in architectural history.

The History of the House

Established 1941

Eugenia Williams inherited her family’s agrarian estate in 1929 and set about reimagining the property. The Grounds were designed to emulate the English countryside, and the original buildings were razed to make way for a home of her own.

4848 Lyons View Pike Knoxville TN