Polls are now open for Nashville Scene's Best of Nashville, the publication’s annual readers’ choice awards. Vote for the Museum for Best Museum, Best Place to Take Out-of-Towners, and Best Wedding Venue. Polls close September 4 at 11:59 PM CT. Vote: vote.nashvillescene.com

On sale now: The Jerry Douglas Band takes the CMA Theater stage Thursday, September 19, at 7:30 PM CT. The band is joined by supporting act @CrisJacobsmusic. Buy tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/the-j…

In the '60s, musicians in Los Angeles adopted elements of folk, bluegrass, and country to reinvigorate the sounds of pop and rock. This book, a companion to the major multi-year exhibition "Western Edge, " traces the impact of those musicians. Shop now: shop.countrymusichalloffame.org/products/weste…

Country Music Hall of Fame member Brenda Lee was a professional singer by the age of six and a recording artist by the age of eleven. She continues to build a career that transcends the musical boundaries of pop and country music. Read more: countrymusichalloffame.org/hall-of-fame/b…

“Movies & Mayhem by Madmen: Inspired Sin-arama” opens September 26 at Haley Gallery. The exhibit will showcase the work of Hatch Show Print visiting artists, John Hancock and Carlos Hernandez. Free opening reception from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/haley-exhibits…

From Nashville's honky-tonk-lined highways to the streets of Bakersfield, delve into the country-rock sound through the stories of artists like Dwight Yoakam. "Western Edge," presented by City National Bank, is now open. Witness history. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/weste…

Host, writer, and producer of the country music history podcast “Cocaine & Rhinestones” Tyler Mahan Coe (chaotic good) takes the Museum stage September 14, to discuss his new book, “Cocaine & Rhinestones: A History of George Jones and Tammy Wynette." Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/book-…

Acclaimed country guitarist Pete Wade died this week at age eighty-nine. He can be heard on Ray Price’s “Crazy Arms,” Sonny James’s “Young Love,” and other classic recordings. Wade was honored with a “Nashville Cats” program at the Museum. Watch here. watch.countrymusichalloffame.org/videos/pete-wa…

In 2023, the Museum acquired an enormous and valuable labor of love: the British Archive of Country Music. British-born Dave Barnes began acquiring the vast collection as early as the 1930s and ‘40s. Here, Alan Barnes describes his father's work. More: watch.countrymusichalloffame.org/videos/panel-d…

Meet at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum to celebrate the 24th Annual @AmericanaFest with dynamic programming presented in partnership with the #AmericanaMusicAssociation. Learn more: countrymusichalloffame.org/americanafest

Billy Linneman, a longtime bassist for the Grand Ole Opry house band, died August 28. He also appeared on recording sessions and played in the house band for Ralph Emery’s “Nashville Now.” He’s pictured here on the opening night of the Grand Ole Opry House, March 16, 1974.

Two weeks before Labor Day 1969, Merle Haggard gained his seventh #1 country hit with an appropriate song for this national holiday: “Workin’ Man Blues.” Written by Haggard, the song features recently elected Country Music Hall of Famer James Burton on lead guitar.

Country Music Hall of Fame member Johnny Cash was a songwriter, recording artist, television host. He reached superstar status in the late 1960s, continuing to hew his own musical path into the twenty-first century. Read more: countrymusichalloffame.org/artist/johnny-…

“@LukeCombs: The Man I Am” is now open. Take home this original Hatch Show Print exhibit poster to commemorate your visit. These prints are available now in The Museum Store (in-person and online). Take one home today: shop.countrymusichalloffame.org/products/luke-…

Grammy-winning songwriter @HillaryLindsey take the Museum stage Saturday, October 26, as part of its “Poets and Prophets” series, which honors songwriters who have made significant contributions to country music. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/poets…

The @TODAYShow recently featured the news that @MartyStuarthq’s collection of more than 22,000 country music artifacts has joined the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s permanent collection. Watch an exclusive interview with Stuart in the Museum’s archives talking about some

Released in 1993, "Blame It on Your Heart," a #1 hit written by Kostas and Harlan Howard, enhanced @thePLoveless's stature as a top artist of her generation. "Patty Loveless: No Trouble with the Truth" is now open. Reserve tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/patty…

Three years after moving to Nashville, #SistaStrings—Chauntee and Monique Ross—are both in-demand backing musicians and a rising performance duo. Learn about the @AmericanaFest Instrumentalists of the Year in the Museum exhibit "American Currents." Tickets:

October 26, join the Museum for a special songwriter round dedicated to the late Wayland Holyfield. Holyfield wrote songs of unflagging devotion, including the Don Williams hit “You’re My Best Friend” and Anne Murray’s “Could I Have This Dance.” Tickets: countrymusichalloffame.org/calendar/songw…

Country Music Hall of Fame member Bill Carlisle had a major impact on country music for seventy years. Also known as his alter ego, "Hot Shot Elmer," Carlisle was part of country music’s first generation of professionals. Read more: countrymusichalloffame.org/hall-of-fame/b…