House Joint Resolution 629, sponsored by Hemmer, recognizes and commends The Harding Art Show in Nashville as it celebrates its fiftieth anniversary on May 13, 2025. Since its inception in 1975, the event has grown to become one of the largest and most profitable fine art exhibitions in the southeastern United States, showcasing over seventy-five artists from across the country. The show serves as Harding Academy's primary fundraising event, attracting more than 5,000 visitors over three days and featuring various activities, including a Family Day, all aimed at fostering community engagement and supporting arts education.

The resolution highlights the significance of The Harding Art Show in enriching Tennessee's cultural landscape and acknowledges the contributions of its organizers. The fiftieth anniversary will feature artist Laura McCarty, whose work reflects the spirit of the Harding community. The General Assembly expresses its best wishes for the continued success of The Harding Art Show in the years to come, emphasizing its role in promoting the arts and community involvement.