Since it became home to the Grand Ole Opry in 1945, the Ryman Auditorium—originally named the Union Gospel Tabernacle and now nicknamed the “Mother Church of Country Music”—has hosted many iconic performances. Participants will take inspiration from the Ryman’s iconic stained-glass windows to create colorful suncatchers. Explore the Museum’s permanent exhibition, Sing Me Back Home, to learn more about the Ryman Auditorium and the many artists who have performed there. All ages. Taylor Swift Education Center. Included with Museum admission. Free to Museum members.

Free Admission for Local Youth

Tennessee children ages 18 and under from Cheatham, Davidson, Robertson, Rutherford, Sumner, Williamson, and Wilson counties receive free museum admission as part of Community Counts: Museum Admission Program for Locals. Up to two accompanying adults receive 25 percent off admission. Proof of residency required. For more information, please visit Community Counts or inquire at the Museum Box Office.