Past
Kitty Wells: Queen of Country Music
All hail the queen! Pioneering vocalist Kitty Wells made the transition from “girl singer” to bonafide country music star, blazing a trail followed by artists such as Patsy Cline, Loretta Lynn, and Reba McEntire. Learn More
Marty Robbins: Among My Souvenirs
Few artists in country music have had a more diverse career than Marty Robbins. In addition to being a supremely talented singer and songwriter, Robbins was an actor, author, businessman, and stock car driver. He placed hits on the country charts every year from 1952 to 1983, including eighteen #1 hits. A genuine showman on stage, Robbins also was noted for his special relationship with his fans. Come experience this cameo exhibit and learn more about country’s renaissance man. Learn More
I Can't Stop Loving You: Ray Charles and Country Music
Presented at the invitation of Ray Charles Enterprises (RCE), the biographical exhibition provides an overview of Ray Charles’ remarkable career with special emphasis on his country music influences and his contributions to the growth and ennoblement of the genre. Learn More
For the Good Times: The Ray Price Story
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum paid tribute to American music architect Ray Price with the exhibit, For the Good Times: The Ray Price Story opening in the Museum's East Gallery in August 2006 and running through June 2007. Learn More
Banjo Man: The Musical Journey of Earl Scruggs
The cameo exhibit surveyed the life and career of banjo guru Earl Scruggs. The exhibit also honored Scruggs’ wife and business partner, Louise Certain Scruggs. Learn More
Night Train to Nashville: Music City Rhythm & Blues
Night Train to Nashville was a major exhibit focusing on an underreported era in Nashville's music history. Through the exhibit, accompanying publications and recordings, live performances and other public events, the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum offered Nashvillians and Music City visitors a great story about an important era in music history. Learn More
I’ll Hold You in My Heart: The Eddy Arnold Collection
The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum saluted Hall of Fame member Eddy Arnold with this exhibit, which got its name from Arnold’s 1947 hit “I’ll Hold You in My Heart (Till I Can Hold You in My Arms).” Drawn from the spectacular donation made by the country legend and his wife, Sally, at a star-studded ceremony in March 2003. Learn More
Treasures Untold: Unique Collections from Devoted Fans
Taking its name from a song co-written and popularized by Country Music Hall of Fame® member Jimmie Rodgers, the exhibit focused on the way ardent fans have compellingly documented country music culture and a wide range of country music careers. Learn More
