Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Yesterday evening, the Museum celebrated the opening of its newest exhibition "American Currents: State of the Music." Presented annually, "American Currents" takes a broad view of the genre over the past year to explore musical developments, artist achievements, and notable events, as determined by the Museum’s curators and editorial staff. The exhibit runs through January 2027 in the Museum’s ACM Gallery. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/ameri… Photo Credit: All photos by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Author, professor, and Grammy-winner Rob Bowman recently participated in a book talk at the Museum discussing his new book "Land of a Thousand Sessions: The Complete Muscle Shoals Story, 1951–1985." The conversation was led by Museum writer-editor RJ Smith. The program was presented in support of the Museum’s major exhibition "Muscle Shoals: Low Rhythm Rising," supported by OneLouder, and made possible in part by @PedigreeUS.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Faron Young was one the top stars and most colorful personalities in country music from the early 1950s through the mid-1970s. From 1954 to 1962, he cut a slew of honky-tonk classics for Capitol, including “Hello Walls” (1961), a crossover smash written by Willie Nelson, who reportedly pitched the song to Young at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/artist/faron-y…

Rosie Flores, James Intveld, and Scott B. Bomar | Film Screening and Discussion | April 25 | 2:30–5:00 PM Saturday, April 25, meet at the Museum for a screening of the documentary “The Palomino,” which chronicles the story of the club from its earliest days until its closure in 1995. Following the screening, Museum writer-editor Erin Osmon, musicians Rosie Flores and James Intveld (@IntveldJames), and music historian Scott B. Bomar, will join filmmakers for a discussion about the club’s history and the documentary. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/film-…

Grammy-award winning, multi-platinum-selling country group @LadyA took the stage at the Museum Tuesday evening for its annual members-only concert, The Big Gig, celebrating the music that inspires us and the members who sustain our Museum. Lady A performed hits including “Need You Now” and “Downtown” in the Museum’s CMA Theater. Learn how to become a Museum member: countrymusichalloffame.org/support/member…

On sale now: @theBrandyClark brings her “Art of the Storyteller” tour to the CMA Theater stage Tuesday, April 21, at 7:30 PM CT, featuring special guest @WalkerHayes. Secure your seats: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/art-o…

Last year, Marlin Greene, Linda Hall, Clayton Ivey, and Candi Staton sat down for a discussion about how R&B, soul, country, and rock music came together in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. This program, made possible in part by @PedigreeUS and @PedigreeFound, was presented in support of the Museum's exhibition "Muscle Shoals: Low Rhythm Rising," supported by OneLouder. Watch: youtu.be/_G2FXqsjcrI

SAVE THE DATE ‼️ Who will be inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame this year? Find out March 20 when @MartyStuartHQ hosts the 2026 @CountryMusicHOF Inductee Announcement, live at 10 AM/CT on CMA’s YouTube channel. #HonorThyMusic

Visit the Museum's Haley Gallery to see "Willie Cole: Old School" before it closes on March 13. The gallery is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily and is free and open to the public. All work exhibited is available for purchase. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/haley-exhibits…

Just announced: @theBrandyClark brings her “Art of the Storyteller” tour to the CMA Theater stage Tuesday, April 21, at 7:30 PM CT, featuring special guest @WalkerHayes. Tickets go on sale to the public Friday, March 13, at 10:00 AM CT. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/art-o…

Just announced: “Clint Black: The Hard Way on Purpose,” opens April 22. Follow the Texan’s journey, from ironworker to country music star, as he charts his course as an artist with both blockbuster appeal and singular authenticity. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/clint…

Saturday, March 14, round up your family to experience cowboy culture at its finest—and funniest—with Grammy-winners Riders in the Sky (@HarmonyRanch). Free and open to the public, this program is for cowpokes of all ages! Click to learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/famil…

The Carter Family was not only one of the biggest discoveries at the famed 1927 Bristol Sessions, but the trio also remained at the music’s forefront during its first two decades as a commercial art form. Read more: countrymusichalloffame.org/hall-of-fame/c…

Henry Cho and Gary Mule Deer | “The Opry’s Comedy Tradition ” | Panel Discussion | April 15, 2:30–4:00 PM Wednesday, April 15, @Opry members @HenryChoComedy and @GaryMuleDeer take the stage for a panel discussion, hosted by Museum writer-editor Paul Kingsbury, about the Opry’s longstanding comedy tradition. This panel is presented in support of the exhibit “Country’s Grandest Stage: The Opry at 100.” Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/panel…

Augie Meyers, whose playing on the Vox Continental organ influenced generations of rock and roots-music artists, died on Saturday, March 7, at age eighty-five. He played in the Sir Douglas Quintet and the Texas Tornados, and he backed Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, and others.

This weekend, the Museum featured dobro virtuoso @JerryDouglas for its in-depth interview series, "Nashville Cats." The series spotlights renowned musicians and session singers who have played important roles in support of artists in either the recording studio or on concert tours. The interview was moderated by Museum Writer-Editor Jon Freeman, and Douglas also performed during the program.

Sierra Hull | “Musician Spotlight” | March 22 | 1:00–2:00 PM Sunday, March 22, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter @SierraHull takes the stage to perform live and share songs and stories from her career as part of the Museum’s “Musician Spotlight” series. This program is presented in support of the exhibition “American Currents: State of the Music,” which will feature Hull beginning March 18. Program made possible by the Segal Bluegrass Collective. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/music…

Bluegrass fiddler Jim Buchanan died on March 4 at age eighty-five. He played professionally for more than seventy years, including key roles with Jim & Jesse, the Greenbriar Boys, and Mel Tillis. He also played on sessions for the Doors, Ronnie Milsap, Dolly Parton, and more.

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter @LoriMcKennaMA will take the Ford Theater stage at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Wednesday, April 1, and Thursday, April 2, at 7:30 PM. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/experiences/cm…

Follow along with the printing of the special exhibit poster for “Muscle Shoals: Low Rhythm Rising,” now open at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Take one home when you visit today.