The doors are open! Downtown Nashville is now home to the Glen Campbell Museum and Rhinestone Stage. Guests experience a multitude of immersive, interactive displays showcasing different stages of Glen’s life and extraordinary career. He was a studio musician in The Wrecking Crew which included Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, The Beach Boys, and others. Campbell had many hit records and last but not least, was a star of television and film, including The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour, True Grit and I’ll Be Me.
Located at the corner of Broadway and 2nd Avenue, The Glen Campbell Museum features more than 4,000 square feet of never-before-seen artifacts from his early years on the farm in Arkansas through his climb to super-stardom. This includes many of Glen’s legendary guitars and instruments, his extensive collection of golf paraphernalia, intimate family photos and stage-worn clothing and much more.
In the evenings, the museum transforms into The Rhinestone Stage – a live music venue.
Kim Campbell, Glen’s wife of 34 years, said, “I am thrilled that Glen’s musical legacy will be preserved and celebrated in such a beautiful and enduring way. The museum is sure to inspire countless musicians and music lovers while continuing to entertain his lifelong fans and share his amazing gifts with and generations to come. It’s with a big heart and sincere gratitude that we share Glen’s memories and cherished personal possessions with his fans and the world.”
For more information please visit www.GlenCampbellMuseum.com.
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