Country music fans can explore the life and career of Alan Jackson at a downtown Nashville museum dedicated to the legendary singer-songwriter. More Entertainment News
The Alan Jackson Museum, which held a soft opening in June, is now fully operational at 121 3rd Avenue South. The museum features nearly 600 artifacts that document Jackson’s journey from his childhood in rural Georgia to his rise as one of country music’s most celebrated artists.
The museum offers a look at Jackson’s early years, his marriage to his wife, Denise, and his move to Nashville to pursue a music career. On display is the paper bag he used to carry his songs when he first arrived in Music City.
Visitors can also see memorabilia from throughout his career, including Grammy Awards, CMA Awards, ACM Awards, and honors recognizing his inductions into the Country Music Hall of Fame and Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Other highlights include the chair Jackson sat in while writing early hits such as “Here in the Real World,” along with clothing featured on album covers, television appearances, and music videos. Fans can also see the boots, jeans and water ski featured in his iconic “Chattahoochee” music video.
The collection includes personal items from Jackson’s childhood, such as his tricycle, school report cards, sketchbook, first cowboy hat and first pair of boots.
One exhibit features gifts Jackson received in appreciation for his song “Where Were You (When the World Stopped Turning),” written in response to the September 11 terrorist attacks. The collection includes a piece of metal from the World Trade Center, stone from the Pentagon, and an honorary chief’s helmet from the Fire Department of New York.
The museum also highlights Jackson’s live performances, including his final concert, held earlier this year at Nissan Stadium in Nashville. The performance will also be featured in an upcoming live album, Alan Jackson: The Last Show – One More for the Road, The Finale, and an NBC television special.
Located above Alan Jackson’s Silverbelly Distillery, the museum offers several ticket options. The combined Alan Jackson Experience includes a guided tour of the museum and distillery, a whiskey tasting, a bottle-your-own experience and access to the distillery’s Vault. VIP museum tickets include admission and a Silverbelly whiskey tasting, while general admission tickets are available for adults and children.
The Alan Jackson Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Children ages 5 and younger receive free admission.
For tickets and more information, visit alanjacksonmuseum.com.
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