Nashville Arts Magazine

Nancy Saturn was a warm and beloved leader in Nashville, well

known for her leadership and mentorship in many organizations in

education, health, and the arts. At her gallery, the American Artisan,

she attributed her successes to following her instincts when acquiring

beautiful artworks and introducing new, exciting pieces to her clien-

tele. Saturn brought life and leadership through her life’s experience

and wisdom to the organization and growth of the American Artisan

Festival—now a hugely anticipated tradition here in Nashville each

summer taking place in Centennial Park. After a breast cancer diagno-

sis in ’95, Nancy was awakened to her strong desire to give back to her

community and other women and co-founded the Tennessee Breast

Cancer Coalition and the Gilda’s Club of Nashville. In all areas of her

life, she encouraged others to pursue education and seek out mentor-

ship so they could realize their dreams. Nancy will be greatly missed.