Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum

The mission of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum is to identify and preserve the evolving history and traditions of country music and to educate its audiences.

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    (615) 416-2001

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    countrymusichalloffame.org

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Address

222 5th Ave S (at Demonbreun St) Nashville , TN 37203 United States

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Theresa Roldan

Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the city . It's a pretty cool music with some great stuff, and we happened to stop by when they had live music .

JBL

It's a must-see. If you're a big country music fan , this is the place for you. From intricate exhibits covering every angle of country music to s sprawling gift shop , there's something for everyone.

Kirsten Hancock

It is so worth it to spend $35 and go on the RCA studio B Tour . It includes museum and audio your also. Plan to spend 3 hrs if you do the RCA tour or 2 hrs if no RCA.

Mark B

Must see while in Nashville. This time of year was perfect with little crowds so it wasn’t packed which was nice during this pandemic. Lots of exhibits from the roots of country music to present day.

C-SPAN

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum explores the origins of country music and Nashville's influence on its development. To learn more about the museum watch this C-SPAN video. Read more

C-SPAN

The “Dylan, Cash, and the Nashville Cats” exhibit illustrates the relationship between Bob Dylan and Johnny Cash in 1960s Nashville. To learn more about the exhibit watch this C-SPAN video. Read more

C-SPAN

The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum explores the origins of country music and the role Nashville played in its development. To learn more about the museum watch this C-SPAN video. Read more

Academy of Country Music

The mission of the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum is to identify and preserve the evolving history and traditions of country music and to educate its audiences. A must-see when in Nashville!

Simon Gideon

A must see in Nashville. Be prepared for an experience that is far better than most expect... This is not your grandfather's Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum !

Ted Roehm

Not a whole lot for the little ones but the giant guitar and recording studio were a big hit. We only spent an hour or so here. Also worth mentioning we’re not the biggest country fans but do like it

Stacey

I'm not into country music but there is a lot to learn here about the origins of the genre and its influence throughout American culture. You won't be disappointed.

Cicely L

Very nice museum . Sam Phillips exhibit was quite interesting. Takes about 2-3 hours if you take your time. Good for old and new country music fans .

Duncan Howsley

Really fantastic museum - completely worth the visit and the entry fee even if you're not a country music fan .

Kathy J

There’s a wealth of information and artifacts from every famous and popular singer and song writer ! It’s amazing!

Roshel Aghassi

Great place for people who like country music . Definitely recommend the country music movie on the third floor.

Edward Forte

A must for any country music lover with history, artists clothes , guitars, cars, and memorabilia

Jon Nail

Good museum , great history, but barely worth $30 per person admission even just to see vintage guitars, stage clothes or the original Bandit Pontiac Trans Am.

Laurie Sheinkopf

Besides checking out the music history check out brunch on Sunday...I love brunch that is great and inexpensive ...check it out your taste buds will thanks you

Nashville Gray Line Tours

This museum is a must-see. With the new expansion, the museum is more interactive than ever. Be sure to check out the replica of Taylor Swift's tour bus !

Lyn Hovey-Crain

Go to the Johnny Cash museum first, then you will appreciate all the information at the Hall of Fame so much more. Do the Studio B tour !

Nashville Symphony

Welcome to Music City ! Please visit the Symphony Cafe 9-2 M-F. Free WiFi ! We also have free tours available of the wonderful Schermerhorn Symphony Center. Please come on over across the street!

Sergio Torres

Is a great place to know more about the country music and their roots! Recommended

Colin Lord

If you arrive at 4pm, you can get a ticket for half price. Doesn't give you a ton of time before they close but it's enough to see the whole museum at a much cheaper rate.

Ashley Brown

Psst.... the dress , it's not the original one. (If you are a fan you know what I am talking about.) Great place to learn about the roots of country music .

James C

Great place to see the history of country music all over the world but especially its impact in America

Jayna Young

If you love country music , you're gonna love this museum ! Allow at least 2 1/2 hrs to see all three floors without rushing, or if it's a but crowded .

Rachel C

I was impressed by the diversity of music covered in the main exhibit ! Definitely take the Hatch and RCA tours !

Dan Richardson

It should come with a disclaimer: no Dolly exhibit and not enough Patsy Cline.

Jason Kusner

Definitely worth touring if you are visiting the area. You can also get the tour of Studio B, which they transport you to via bus .

Claire

Must-have for season passes!! Fun exhibits and great historical learning place! Love it! ????

Ricardo Valdes

Very impressive collection and great videos. It's only $14 after 4pm. They close at 5pm so skip the videos

HISTORY

In 1963, the CMA announced that a Country Museum would be built in Nashville. It opened on April 1st 1967. Prior to stardom, Kathy Mattea & Trisha Yearwood were tour guides at this museum .

Lance Fiasco

Just reopened! A must go for musicians and aficionados!

Sean Miller

Love all the music artifacts (especially the cars)

Drew McLellan

Allow 2+ hours to really do it all. And be sure you get the audio tour . Well worth the money and tons of great stories, history and memories.

Tori Burns

Great collection of artifacts from country music across generations.

Erin Klingberg

Great place to learn about country music . Allow several hours to see it all. Adult ticket $25

Chevrolet

If the thought of a museum bores you, don’t fret. Drive over for a pure country music experience. Make sure you check out the rhinestone costumes and original lyric sheets!

Lila Starr

Gold Cadillac & gold leaf piano from Elvis Presley. Historic RCA Studio B tour is terrific!

Matthew M.

Such a fun tour . Luke Bryan exhibit was cool. A must-see if you're in town .

Rob Reuter

Excellent event space on the 6th floor overlooking the Nashville skyline.

Robert Winfree

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum at 24 minutes drive to the northeast of Nashville dentist Nashville Smiles

Anne Elizabeth

There's a new address... Grand Reopening in the new space at Municipal Auditorium ... Such a great piece of Music City !

Hotel Indigo

Exhibits include oral histories, artifacts , recordings, film and print collections that celebrate this uniquely American music . Read more

Vincent DiNardo

Tremendous exibits especially Cash and Dylan sessions, great interactive section for kids

Scott Warga

Stop and see the Reba exhibit . everything else in the place is cool but this rocks. Oh, Elvis's gold Cadillac is cool too.

Alexander Frost

Another place you simply have to see, regardless of your interest in country music . It's amazing enough for everyone!

Smithsonian Channel

When viewed from different angles, this building can appear to be shaped like a piano, a bass clef, a radio tower or the fin tail of a Cadillac. (From Aerial America) Read more

Nathan Anderson

Made a country music fan out of me! Incredible collection. Loved the Nashville Cats exhibit .

Caleb

If you love country music , this is the place to go!!

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9.1
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Loved this tour! So informational and you felt like you could feel the artists in there as they performed! - Jordan Cheek

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If you dig design, go make the tour. We had excellent guides and learned a lot about the poster printing process. - Greg Milani

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