The Museum is offering pay-what-you-want ticket admission for locals beginning Thursday, January 1, through Saturday, January 31, 2026. Any dollar amount you want to provide will be accepted for Museum admission. 

Anyone living in Nashville-Davidson County and its bordering counties—Cheatham, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson.

Yes. You can pay any amount, including if you want to pay $0.

Museum admission is normally $31.95 for visitors ages 13 and over, and $21.95 for youth ages 6-12. Children under five are admitted free. If you live in Nashville-Davidson and bordering counties, Museum admission is free for youth ages 18 and under.

Yes. Locals are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance here. Each adult will need to present proof of residency upon arrival at the Museum. The Museum is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Local children from Nashville-Davidson and its bordering counties (Cheatham, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson) can visit the Museum free any time. Learn more here. 

Each adult visitor will need to present one of the following upon arrival at the Museum:

• Any photo identification that includes your local address.
• Any bill or piece of mail that includes a local address, along with any photo identification. Bills may be printed or shown from a mobile device.

Guests ages 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult or chaperone who is age 16 or older. Guests ages 16-17 who are not accompanied by an adult may present one of the following for free admission.

Youth proof of residency: School ID, Library Card, Driver’s License or Permit, Report Card, School T-shirt 

Yes. College students may present student identification from universities or colleges located in Nashville-Davidson or its bordering counties. Bills or pieces of mail with a local address will also be accepted with any photo identification.

Each adult member of your group needs to provide proof of local residency upon arrival to the Museum to receive pay-what-you-want admission. If members of your group do not live in Nashville-Davidson or its bordering counties, they may purchase advance tickets here or upon arrival to the Museum, based on availability.

Groups can reserve up to eight advance tickets online for pay-what-you-want-admission. If you need to reserve more than eight tickets, please call 615-416-2001 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central, or email reservations@countrymusichalloffame.org.

The Museum’s permanent exhibition, Sing Me Back Home, tells the story of country music from its pre-commercial roots in the nineteenth century through its vibrant life today. The Museum’s galleries feature artifacts, including instruments, stage wear, one-of-a-kind recordings, films, and more. Along the way, visitors can enjoy a variety of temporary or rotating exhibits. Read more about current Museum exhibits.

The Museum’s self-guided experience takes approximately 90 minutes

Yes. The Museum offers a variety of family and public programs, which are included with pay-what-you-want admission. Space may be limited, based on availability. Visitors are encouraged to reserve tickets in advance for programs located in the Museum’s theaters by calling 615-416-2001 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central, or emailing reservations@countrymusichalloffame.org.

Yes, additional experiences like Guided Museum Tours, Historic RCA Studio B Tours, Hatch Show Print Tours, and Audio Tours can be purchased and reserved in advance by calling 615-416-2001 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central or emailing reservations@countrymusichalloffame.org.

There are several paid parking lots located around the Museum. The Music City Center (6th Avenue South and Demonbreun) and the Hilton Hotel are both across the street from the Museum and offer paid parking.

All Museum visitors have the opportunity to park at the Walk of Fame Parking Garage (161 4th Ave. S.) or the SoBro Tower Garage (210 3rd Ave. S.) for a flat rate of $15 (up to 3 hours) or $25 (up to 6 hours). Offered daily between the hours of 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM with validation from the Museum. Validations codes are available to pick up at the Museum Info Desk (inside the Conservatory).

Additionally, the Museum is walking distance from WeGo Public Transit routes 6, 8, 18, 52, 55, 84, and 86. Parking is available in public garages and surface lots. Visit parkitdowntown.com for an interactive parking map and more resources. For more visiting information, visit the Museum’s “Know Before You Go” page.

All Museum admission payments support the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s educational mission, which provides creative programs, workshops and classes for local schools, families, and communities. In 2024, the Museum served people from across Tennessee and beyond through 1,900 education programs, ranging from instrument demonstrations to the Museum’s flagship songwriting program for schools, Words & Music. Read more about the Museum and its mission.

Yes. The Museum has guidebooks available that share exhibit themes in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Kurdish for guests’ use during their visit.  Audio guides are available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Japanese that offer interpretation of exhibited artifacts. Unified English Braille code is also available. Visit the Museum’s Information Desk for more details about accessing these resources. 

Yes. The Museum strives to provide all visitors with an enjoyable experience by offering services to assist with various needs and abilities. Visit the Museum’s accessibility page for more information.

Call the Museum seven days a week, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central at 615-416-2001, or email questions to reservations@countrymusichalloffame.org.