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Rediscover the Joy of Learning

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Vanderbilt University helps adults over 50 build friendships and community through stimulating intellectual and cultural noncredit courses, programs, and trips.

Osher classes: Surgery and Sleep St. George's Episcopal Church Vanderbilt University photo: Anne Rayner; VU

Upcoming Events: OLLI Summer Camp Series

  • Nashville Jazz Workshop logo

    June 8, 2026

    12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Nashville Jazz Workshop

    The Life and Music of Cole Porter with Monica Ramey and Lori Mechem Lunch and Learn

    Register

  • Cowboy boot and hat with text :country line dancing

    June 9, 2026

    11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church, 3511 Belmont Blvd.

    Line Dancing Lunch and Learn

    Register

  • Curling Lane at Tee Line Nashville

    June 10, 2026

    11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Tee Line, 106 Duluth Ave, Nashville

    Curling

    Register

  • brick tower with text

    June 15, 2026

    3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Neuhoff District

    Tour Neuhoff District

    Register

  • Fossils, Bones, Lizard image.

    June 16, 2026

    11:30 am - 1:00 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church, 3511 Belmont Blvd., Nashville

    Dinosaur Excavator Lunch and Learn

    Register

  • Country Music Hall of Fame logo

    June 18, 2026

    10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Country Music Hall of Fame, 222 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville

    Country Music Hall of Fame Tour

    Register

  • National Museum of African American Music Logo

    June 22, 2026

    12:00 - 1:30 p.m. National Museum of African American Music, 510 Broadway, Nashville

    National Museum of African American Music Tour

    Register

  • Vanderbilt Travel Program attendees with bird in foreground

    June 23, 2026

    11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Second Presbyterian Church, 3511 Belmont Blvd.

    Vanderbilt Travel Program Lunch and Learn

    Register

  • Red and White Check picnic blanket sitting in an open grassy field surrounded by trees

    June 24, 2026

    10:00 a.m. - noon Smith Park, 1825 Wilson PIke, Brentwood

    OLLI Field Day Picnic and Games

    Register

  • Elephant Discovery Center Logo

    June 26, 2026

    11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 27 E. Main Street, Hohenwald

    The Elephant Discovery Center Lunch and Learn

    Register

  • 95-bell carillon, representing the 95 counties of the state and its musical legacy

    June 30, 2026

    9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 600 James Robertson Pkwy, Nashville

    Bicentennial Mall Tour and Talk

    Register

Academic Calendar

Registration opens: Monday, June 1
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 28
Classes Scheduled: July 7th - end of August

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Join a Shared Interest Group

Our Shared Interest Groups offer a smaller, more hands-on experience than traditional OLLI courses. They are an opportunity for OLLI members to meet outside the classroom with those who share a common interest. 

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Current Shared Interest Groups

Volunteer with OLLI

OLLI at the Arts

Vanderbilt Explorers

Afterthoughts: Book Club

Bollywood & Beyond

On Film

OLLI on the Move

The Osher classes are a highlight of my week! Coming together with this diverse and wonderful group of people is a true joy.

Mat Britain
Director, OLLI Beginner Steel Drum Band

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2301 Vanderbilt Place
Nashville, TN 37240
615-343-0700
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