OZ Arts is a destination for innovative contemporary art experiences. Housed in a renovated former cigar warehouse in Nashville, Tennessee, OZ’s modern, flexible performance and installation space enables leading artists from multiple disciplines to present brave new art in a non-traditional context.

OZ adds to the cultural landscape of the region and the world by offering a diverse program of performing and visual arts events, and by inspiring curious audiences of all ages.

The Ozgener family have been Nashville residents since 1968, and are internationally recognized for innovation in their entrepreneurial endeavors.

Having built one of the world’s foremost cigar companies—in spite of the puzzlement of so many in their field that such a company could emerge in Nashville, Tennessee—the Ozgeners brought unprecedented artistry to cigars and, previously, humidors and Meerschaum pipes. Having sold the company, CAO Cigars, the family converted their former headquarters into the non-profit contemporary arts center and cultural institution, OZ Arts Nashville.