Ryman Auditorium, Birthplace of Bluegrass
Title
Ryman Auditorium, Birthplace of Bluegrass
Subject
Historical marker, Birthplace of Bluegrass, Union Gospel Tabernacle, 5th Avenue, Broadway, Grand Ole Opry
Description
Built 1891 as Union Gospel Tabernacle for religious revival meetings. Renamed Ryman Auditorium 1905 for steamboat captain Tom Ryman, the building’s chief contributor. The greatest musician’s, actors, dancers, speakers, made the Ryman “the most famous one-night stand on the road.” Bought 1963 by WSM’s Grand Ole Opry which first performed here in 1941.
Creator
Tom Ryman
Source
Union Gospel Tabernacle
Date
1891-present
Type
Building
Coverage
Location: 5th Avenue
Files
Collection
Citation
Tom Ryman, “Ryman Auditorium, Birthplace of Bluegrass,” Nashville Sites, accessed May 19, 2024, https://www.drpethel.com/exhibit/items/show/8.