Join us in the DPC chapel on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 from 7-9 p.m. Free for all ages. Entrance on Rep. John Lewis Way.

An immersive night of performance, music, and transformative art activating the historic Downtown Presbyterian Church in a one-night-only experiential happening. Featuring our Artist in Residence, Dana Jo Cooley, along with other local artists, musicians and dance. Free for all ages. Dana Jo’s artistic journey spans a diverse range of hypermedia, scale, and formats, including miniatures, sculpture, installation, performance, music, Web3, and public art. Her portfolio stands as a humble testament to a continual exploration of creative versatility and a dedication to pushing artistic boundaries. The fusion of Dana Jo’s artistic range and theological depth positions her as a unique and valuable contributor to projects seeking innovation, creativity, and a profound connection with contemporary culture. This event is funded by Metro Arts Thrive Grant, in conjunction with The Forge Nashville, and The Downtown Presbyterian Church.

Dana Jo Cooley, a native of Whitwell, Tennessee, is a distinguished contemporary artist and theologian. As a Presidential Scholarship recipient, Dana Jo graduated from the Savannah College of Art & Design. She continued her academic journey by earning a Master of Theological Studies from Vanderbilt University, specializing in Religion in the Arts and Contemporary Culture, and receiving a Creative Merit Scholarship. Currently, she holds the position of Artist in Residence at Downtown Presbyterian Church Artist Studios in Nashville, Tennessee.