 Ryman
Auditorium – A Legendary Landmark
The Ryman Auditorium, a National Historic Landmark and former home of the Grand Ole Opry (1943-1974), continues its more-than-100-year music tradition by offering top musical entertainment. After an $8.5 million renovation, Ryman once again took center stage as a premier performance facility. By day, displays inside the Ryman visually tell the stories of its rich history. Ryman offers self-guided tours that showcase the legendary stars who have graced her stage, from country's biggest names to Mae West, Rudolf Valentino, and W.C. Fields. In the evening, you can return to the premier performance hall for one of many shows and concerts scheduled year-round. Various concert series featuring bluegrass, gospel, inspirational, pop, rock, country, jazz, alternative, classical music and musical theatre are some of the many sounds which can be heard within this magical, historic venue.
History of Ryman Auditorium
The Ryman Auditorium opened its doors in 1892 as a vision of Captain Thomas G. Ryman. With the coming of the Grand Ole Opry show in 1943, the Ryman found its identity as the Mother Church of Country Music. In 1974, the Opry moved to its current home by the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center and left the Ryman vacant. It was not until twenty years later in 1994 that the Ryman was restored to be the national showplace that it is today. Musicians ranging from Roy Acuff to James Brown and Patsy Cline to Sheryl Crow have performed on the Ryman stage, making it a historical as well as a current-day icon for people everywhere. The Ryman is a National Historic Landmark with roots in country music where one can see all types of musical performances.
Ryman Auditorium - America’s Theatre of the Year!
Recently named “2003 Theatre of the Year” at the Pollstar Concert Industry Awards in Hollywood, the Ryman has attracted world class artists to its stage for over a century. National editors and online audiences of CitySearch.com voted Ryman Auditorium one of the ten "Best Places to Hear Live Music" in America for the fourth year in a row. From country to rock, gospel to soul, pop to jazz, there’s no better venue to experience your favorite musical performers . . . right in the heart of Music City!
Lodging Near Ryman Auditorium
Looking for lodging near the famous Ryman Auditorium? The Vista Inn & Suites, conveniently located just 7 miles from Nashville International Airport and 10 miles from Downtown Nashville and Ryman Auditorium, provides comfortable accommodations, impressive amenities, modern features, true Southern hospitality, and pet friendly rooms and grounds. Check out their exciting Specials & Packages.
Ryman Auditorium Admission & Information
The Ryman Museum is open daily 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. Museum Admission: $8.50 adults; $4:50 children (4-11). Evening performance rates and show times vary, so call for details. To order tickets or for more information, call (615) 889-3060, stop by the Ryman Box Office, or visit www.ryman.com.
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