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A photo of bespoke boot maker Lisa Sorrell in her workshop among several pairs of her cowboy boots. Boot Scootin' History: The Craft and Stories of Cowboy Boots on display at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum October 14, 2025 - April 6, 2026.
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Special Exhibit | Boot Scootin’ History: The Craft and Stories of Cowboy Boots

Birthplace of Country Music Museum 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA, United States

Bespoke boot maker Lisa Sorrell's creations illustrate how cowboy boots can fulfill both art and function as we explore the history and craft of boot making. You'll get a behind-the-scenes view into the materials and techniques used in creating them, with commentary on the impact of cowboy boots in the lexicon of country and bluegrass music.

Songwriters Circle
Songwriters Circle

Songwriters Circle

Birthplace of Country Music Museum 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA, United States

In partnership with Songwriters of Highlands Appalachia, held monthly every 2nd Saturday, 2-5 p.m. ET. Beginners, experienced songwriters, and aspiring songwriters are invited to share songs, brainstorm ideas, and encourage each other to keep writing. There is no fee to participate.

Free
Ballad Sign
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Love & Murder A Capella: A Nest of Singing Birds Ballad Swap Concert

Join us on Saturday, November 8 at 7 p.m. for a Ballad Sing. The Nest of Singing Birds Ballad Swap, hosted by eighth-generation ballad singer Donna Ray Norton, celebrates Appalachian heritage. This informal gathering offers a glimpse into an age-old practice, bringing together singers from across the region to share stories and songs passed down through generations.

$20
Rissi Palmer Speaker Session on November 11

Virtual Speaker Session: “Say Her Name: A Love Letter to Black Women in Country Music” with Rissi Palmer

Virtual Event

With the breakthrough 2007 single, "Country Girl," from her self-titled debut country album, Rissi Palmer made history as the first Black female country artist to ascend the Billboard Hot Country Singles Charts since Dona Mason in 1987. Palmer highlights Black women pioneers who walked and endured so Black women could enter the space of country music with ease. There is no cost to join this virtual Speaker Session via Zoom, but pre-registration is required.

Free
Photo of a man playing banjo.
Monthly Bluegrass Jam

Monthly Bluegrass Jam

Birthplace of Country Music Museum 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA, United States

The Birthplace of Country Music Museum, in partnership with the East Tennessee Bluegrass Association, hosts a monthly gathering of local musicians for a free bluegrass jam session every fourth Saturday at the museum, 3-5 p.m.

Free

Farm and Fun Time feat. Paul McDonald + Liv Greene

Birthplace of Country Music Museum 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, VA, United States

Join the live audience or tune in online for WBCM Radio Bristol's most popular program!

$49.47