Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum

As a VENUE: Host an event…

Located in downtown Owensboro with sweeping views of the Ohio River, The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum offers a unique venue for events large or small. With multiple event spaces designed with your event in mind and professional staff ready to transform your ideas into reality, The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is the premier venue for a truly memorable event: * Weddings * Corporate/Non Profit Events * Private Events: Class reunions, wedding rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, family gatherings, etc., and * Meetings.

The Independence Bank Event Room features over 4,000 square feet of private event space, unobstructed river views, and a 990 square foot balcony overlooking the Ohio River and Downtown Owensboro. This noteworthy space can accommodate approximately 250 guests for a seated dinner or up to 300 guests for a cocktail style affair. If there are other events taking place at The Hall on your requested date, a separate entrance for your guests may be made available at your request to maintain the integrity of your private function. Six unique spaces are available: 

• The Lobby: The Lobby at The Hall is located just inside the Second Street entrance. The Lobby features approximately 2,230 square feet of event space, vaulted ceilings, a grand staircase, and views of the interior exhibit space. The Lobby at The Hall has an urban feel and would be the perfect setting for a cocktail reception, class reunion, or a particularly noteworthy wedding.
• The Gallery Room: The Gallery Room at The Hall is located on the second floor. The 1,830 square foot space has floor to ceiling windows and offers a magnificent view of the Ohio River and Downtown Owensboro. This space is the perfect setting for an intimate rehearsal dinner, staff meeting, or cocktail party.
• The Exhibition Space: The Bluegrass Music Museum Hall of Fame & Museum features over 9,000 square feet of active exhibit space. Hosting your event inside the Exhibit Space at The Hall will provide your guests the opportunity to engage with an interactive history of Bluegrass Music from its roots to what remains current today. This space may be rented for your private event or included as an add-on to an event being hosted in another area of the museum. Guided tours for your party or group may be arranged upon request.
• The Green Room: The Green Room at The Hall is a luxurious add-on to any event you plan to host at The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum. This well-appointed space, originally designed to cater to performing artist’s needs, features second floor river views, an elaborate kitchenette, plush lounge area, substantial bathroom with walk in shower, two walk in closets, washer and dryer, and ample vanity and mirror space. Working with our bar manager, we’ll gladly prearrange bar service for your group. This is the perfect spot for bridesmaids or a wedding party to gather prior to an event.
• Woodward Theatre: Woodward Theatre is a state of the art 447 seat theatre located on the east side of the center’s first floor. This well-equipped theatre offers comfortable seating with extra wide aisles, a large stage, drop down theatre screen, and surround sound. This space is well suited for a corporate awards ceremony, training, guest speakers, stage performance, or a remarkable wedding.
• The Ourdoor Pavilion: Located on the northeast corner of The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum, the outdoor stage and grassy area provides outdoor seating for up to 1500. This space can be rented for a variety of private, corporate, or ticketed events.

Support Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum… by simply booking your next special occasion here: 

https://www.bluegrasshall.org/venue-rental/

As a SHOP: Discover unique gifts…

Merchandise is catalogued within these categories: * Exhibit Merch * Hall of Fame * Apparel * Music * Books * DVDS * Bluegrass Unlimited * Gifts * Pomp, and * Sale.

Support Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum… by simply purchasing your speciality merchandise here:

https://www.bluegrasshall.shop/

Be a DONOR: Show that you care…

Membership

Join Today: Bluegrass is your music and your community. Enjoy it 24-7 with a Hall of Fame & Museum membership. Enjoy unlimited admission, exclusive events, and other member benefits. Memberships are available at the following levels: * Student/Youth * Solo * Duet * Family * Organizational, and * International.

Donation

Give to the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum today! Your donation helps preserve and promote bluegrass music for years to come. The Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum is a 501c3 not for profit organization that relies on the support of our members, Bluegrass music fans worldwide, and community partners. Your gift is a welcome treasure.

• Monetary or Artifact Donations: Invest in the future of this great museum.Your charitable gift of any amount will be used to preserve, protect, and enhance the rich legacy and heritage of bluegrass music. Monetary donations are always appreciated. Artifact and memorabilia donations will be carefully evaluated by an archivist for consideration in our exhibits or history projects.
• Take Your Seat  Campaign: Make your presence known. For a limited time, (until they are all claimed) each of the 447 seats in the Woodward Theatre could be yours! That’s right. You could have a plaque with your name permanently and proudly displayed on a seat.

Support Bluegrass Music Fall of Fame and Museum… by simply joining, giving, and volunteering here:

https://www.bluegrasshall.org/support/donations/