The annual downtown Christmas tree lighting is on November 30 at 6:30 p.m. -- and we invite you to come by the museum afterwards to share in some festive cheer! We will be serving refreshments in the lobby, and there will be holiday storytelling by MaryGrace Walrath followed by Bill and the Belles playing a […]
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum is hosting an American Alliance of Museums (AAM) webinar on Wednesday, December 9, 1:30—4:30 p.m. The free webinar, titled “Tackling Collections Backlogs for Small Museums,” is a wonderful professional development and networking opportunity for colleagues at local and regional museums, archives, libraries, and cultural institutions. It is especially geared […]
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Starring Tennessee Ernie Ford Woven together from six original Ford Show Christmas editions from 1956 to 1960, this timeless, enchanting classic features performances of many of the world’s most beloved Christmas songs from Ernie and his Ford Show co-stars, the incomparable Top Twenty. This special compilation is decorated with classic guest appearances from the legendary Kate […]
In cooperation with Tennessee Ernie Ford Enterprises, the Birthplace of Country Music Museum will screen a special double-bill of The Ford Show episodes, Ernie Ford’s prime-time variety show, in the Performance Theater on Tuesday, January 12, at 6:30 p.m. This double-bill will feature singers Odetta and Ethel Waters. Admission to all the film screenings are free. Regular […]
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum wants to record and preserve your Tennessee Ernie Ford stories, photographs, and memorabilia during a "history harvest"! Do you have a story about a personal connection with Tennessee Ernie Ford, his parents, or his family? Do you or your family have photographs – particularly candid photos – of Ernie […]
The Birthplace of Country Music is proud to present The Americans on Monday, January 18 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 per person. Doors Open: 6:30 p.m. Concert Begins at 7:00 p.m. To Purchase Tickets Click Here About the Band The Americans perform original rock & roll with deep roots in traditional American music. Formed […]
In cooperation with Tennessee Ernie Ford Enterprises, the Birthplace of Country Music Museum will screen Tennessee Ernie Ford's Amazing Grace on Tuesday, January 26 at 6:30 p.m. The film features Ford singing a variety of favorite hymns and sacred songs. This event is free and open to the public. Regular admission fees apply for visiting the museum exhibits […]
The Birthplace of Country Music Museum wants to record and preserve your Tennessee Ernie Ford stories, photographs, and memorabilia during a "history harvest"! Do you have a story about a personal connection with Tennessee Ernie Ford, his parents, or his family? Do you or your family have photographs – particularly candid photos – of Ernie […]
If you are interested in working behind the scenes at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum, become a volunteer! Help is needed in a number of areas including gallery assistant, archives, special events, and curatorial. Your level of involvement can include meeting the public or working behind the scenes. The Volunteer Overview Session allows you […]
