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Special Exhibit | Charles Vess: The Book of Ballads

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

Charles Vess: The Book of Ballads, features seven ballads reimagined by some of the greatest fantasy writers of our time. The featured comics, including “The False Knight on the Road” by Neil Gaiman, “Thomas the Rhymer” by Sharyn McCrumb, and “Barbara Allen” by Midori Snyder, are an excellent introduction to traditional ballads for those not yet familiar and a special treat for those who already are. The exhibit also explores the tradition of ballad singing in Appalachia and traces the origin of each ballad and its journey through time.

$5
Green Team at Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion sponsors Plogging

Postponed Earth Day 2026: Bristol Rhythm Green Team Plogging Downtown

Axe and Ale House 155 Moore Street, Bristol, VA, United States

Stay tuned—This event is postponed to a later date. Plogging is a community and environmentally focused way to exercise where you pick up trash as you walk/run. This event gives us the opportunity to call attention to the importance of recycling, disposing of trash responsibly, and keeping our Historic Downtown clean. 

Free
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Children’s Day

Cumberland Square Park 200 Lee St, Bristol, United States

New date, same family-fun event! Join us for The Birthplace of Country Music's Children's Day on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Free
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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

Museum Story Time – Moss & Moonlight

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

Aimed at toddler-age children and their grown-ups, we will gather on the first Friday of each month to read a music or Appalachia-related storybook, sing along with WBCM Radio Bristol show host Ella Patrick, and enjoy a related activity or coloring sheet. There is no cost to attend.

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 excluding the two showcase events in 2026 on April 11 and November 14, 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
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Speaker Sessions: Dom Flemons on Lesley Riddle

Virtual Event

Join us on Tuesday, May 12, 7:00pm for our Speaker Session program with Dom Flemons, "The American Songster." Dom has transcribed over a dozen hours worth of audio recordings on Lesley Riddle, and during this program, he will share his insights on a pivotal figure whose influence fundamentally shaped the sound of early country music. As a Black musician who traveled with A.P. Carter, Riddle was instrumental in collecting traditional Appalachian songs and teaching the Carter Family his unique guitar picking techniques and blues-influenced arrangements. Flemons illustrates how Riddle’s contributions bridged the gap between African American blues and American folk music, proving that the roots of country music are deeply multicultural. By centering Riddle’s legacy, Flemons restores a crucial, often overlooked chapter of American music history that underscores the essential role of Black artistry in defining the genre.

Free