Due to catastrophic flooding May 1-2, several of Nashville's favorite attractions and hotels are temporarily closed. The hardest hit include Gaylord Opryland and Opry Mills Mall, and the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, which are closed until further notice. Most downtown attractions are back up and running.

Nothing demonstrates the spirit of a city like adversity, and in its worst hour, Nashville and its citizens proved their resilience to tragedy and love of community. Even though thousands of people lost their homes and businesses, from May 5 - May 11, volunteers with Hands On Nashville donated approx 44,710 hours to flood relief. TV station WSMV quickly organized a telethon that raised $1.7 million (thanks in no small part to Taylor Swift's donation of $500,000). Other benefits are being organized daily, and volunteer hours and donations continue to be offered. The city of Nashville is already rebuilding, and will come back better than ever.

Welcome to Nashville Key Magazine, the Nashville Visitors Guide offering monthly information on Nashville Tennessee and it's surrounding area. Nashville's moniker is Music City, and we are not only the beloved home of country music and the Grand Ole Opry, but home to the splendid Schermerhorn Symphony Center, and world-class Nashville Symphony. We offer exciting venues for jazz, rock, alternative, folk and blue-grass. We are proud home to the Tennessee Titans of the National Football League and the Nashville Predators of the National Hockey League. Other exciting attractions include: The Hermitage, home of Andrew Jackson; Vanderbilt University and the impressive Blair School of Music, which offers free concerts to the public; the world famous Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Convention Center; the Parthenon, a full scale replica of the original building in Athens, Greece; the glorious Cheekwood Museum of Art and Gardens; the Nashville Zoo; and the Belle Meade Plantation. Downtown attractions include the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum; the stunning Frist Center for the Visual Arts; the award-winning, historic Ryman Auditorium and the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. Many of Nashville's restaurants are nationally recognized as some of the finest in America and the queen of Nashville malls, Opry Mills Mall, offers a unique shopping experience. The Wildhorse Saloon and Legends Corner are only two of downtown Nashville's entertaining and pleasurable hotspots along with numerous exciting shops and boutiques. Historic, beautifully preserved Franklin, will afford you endless options of entertainment and interest just a few miles outside of Nashville. Check in our magazine for the many special events taking place this month. Downtown Nashville hotels include the luxurious 5 star Hermitage Hotel, the Union Station Hotel, Hilton Suites, Loews Vanderbilt Plaza, the Hutton Hotel, Renaissance Hotel, Doubetree Hotel and the Sheraton. Enjoy your stay. . . we hope this Nashville Visitors Guide will help you plan your trip.

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THIS MONTH IN NASHVILLE:
General Jackson Riverboat Cruises
This 300 foot paddlewheel riverboat is one of the largest showboats in the country. A beautiful two-story Victorian Theater located in the center of the boat hosts live music shows. This summer, mid-day cruises feature Tim Watson's Fiddlin' Around, a show, beloved for its country music classics and down-home humor. The show ticket includes a southern lunch served family style in bottomless bowls. Lunch cruises board at 11:30a.m. and return at 2:30p.m. The show presented on the evening cruises is Country Music USA™ Presented By Sam Adams, a lively tour through the history of the genre, beginning with songs by Hank Williams and Patsy Cline and ending with Carrie Underwood and Rascal Flatts. Evening cruises Monday - Saturday board at 6:15p.m. and return at 10:00p.m.; Sunday evening cruises board at 5:15p.m. and return at 9:00p.m. For tickets call (615) 458-3900 or go to generaljackson.com. Mention discount code Key20 and receive a $20 discount for up to six adult Tier 2 tickets.