TheBirthplace of Country Music Museumhas been nominated for USA Today's prestigious 10Best Readers' Choice travel awards in the category of Best Music Museum for the third year in a row. Located inHistoric Downtown Bristol, Virginia-Tennessee,the museum is recognized for its world-class, interactive exhibits dedicated to preserving the history and cultural impact of the 1927 Bristol Sessions, a collection of recordings widely known as the "Big Bang" of countrymusic.
"Being nominated by USA Today is a great honor," said Dr. René Rodgers, museum head curator. "As a nonprofit, accolades such as these are essential in helping us secure much-needed grant funding, as it is a testament to the quality of our work here at the museum and how it is received by the public. We are so grateful to beincluded."
Each year, USA Today's panel of travel experts nominates top destinations in various categories, and 10Best editors select the final group of nominees. The Readers' Choice Awards allow the public to vote for their favorites, and the Birthplace of Country Music Museum is hoping to secure the number one spot with the support of its manyfans.
Voting is now open at10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/best-music-museum-2025through Feb. 10 at 12 p.m. You are encouraged to vote daily. The winning museums, as determined by your vote, will be announced Feb.19.
Since its opening, the Birthplace of Country Music Museum has been an integral part of the vibrant music scene in Bristol, and it has consistently placed in the top 10 in this category. The museum's dedication to the legacy of the 1927 Bristol Sessions - recordings that introduced legendary artists like Jimmie Rodgers and the Carter Family - has drawn visitors from around the world. Its interactive exhibits, storytelling, and connection to country music's roots continue to make it a must-visit destination for music lovers, history buffs, and tourists alike. For more information about Bristol's history and the museum, visitBirthplaceOfCountryMusic.org.To check out all USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice polls, visit10best.usatoday.com.
