CCHR Tennessee Presents Free Pop-Up Exhibit on Mental Health History in Columbia, TN This Weekend
Nashville, TN, Jul 02, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — CCHR Tennessee has announced a free, limited-time pop-up exhibit, Mental Health Human Rights Abuse, opening July 3, 2026, at 109 W 7th St in Columbia. The exhibit invites the public to explore the history of psychiatric treatment practices and patient rights in mental health care.
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A grand opening will be held Friday, July 3 at 6:00 p.m., featuring speakers and refreshments, followed by an opening night walk-through. The first 100 attendees will receive a gift.
The exhibit will remain open to the public throughout the holiday weekend:
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Friday, July 3: 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Grand Opening)
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Saturday, July 4: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
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Sunday, July 5: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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Monday, July 6: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Admission is free. Attendees under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
About the Exhibit
CCHR Tennessee says the exhibit is designed to inform visitors about the history of psychiatric care and patient rights, including topics such as informed consent and medication use among specific populations. Through first-hand accounts from advocates, the exhibit also offers general guidance for parents navigating questions about their child’s mental health care and their rights as parents.
About CCHR
The Citizens Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) was co-founded in 1969 by the Church of Scientology and psychiatry professor Dr. Thomas Szasz. The nonprofit describes itself as a mental health watchdog organization that advocates for informed consent in psychiatric care, including the right to be informed of treatment risks and available alternatives.
Event Details
What: Limited-Time Exhibit: Mental Health Human Rights Abuse
Where: 109 W 7th St, Columbia, TN 38401
When: July 3–6, 2026 (Grand Opening July 3 at 6 p.m.)
Cost: Free admission
