On Monday, December 16, Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music is scheduled to host a groundbreaking ceremony celebrating the creation of the world-class museum and cultural center. The Congress will be dedicated to preserving the legacy of country music and its impact on American culture.
Who: Speakers will include Marty Stuart and special guests
What: The Congress will officially break ground on the remainder of the Congress of Country Music campus. This momentous event marks the beginning of a major new cultural development that will celebrate and preserve country music’s rich legacy. The Congress will make a special acknowledgment to Miss Cynthia Lake and the Cynthia Lake Charitable Trust of Reno, Nevada, who has honored the Congress with her kindness and generosity. In turn, a part of the campus will be named the “Cynthia Lake Green Room and Administration Building” in Miss Lake’s honor. In addition to Marty Stuart’s collection of artifacts, the museum will also exhibit additional artifacts from the newly formed partnership with the Country Music Hall of Fame. The ceremony will be followed by a reception inside the newly renovated Ellis Theater, featuring special guest speakers and live musical performances.
When: Monday, December 16, 2024, at 4:00 PM
Where: The ceremony will take place outside the future entrance of Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music Museum, located at 311 Byrd Ave., Philadelphia, MS 39350. Following the ceremony, the celebration will move indoors to the Ellis Theater for the reception and performances.
Contact: For questions, contact Sabrina Turner, 228-669-4509 or sabrina@cirlot.com.
Media in attendance for the ceremony and reception are asked to RSVP by visiting the website here.
For more information, access our Digital Media Kit here.
About Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music
Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music is the spiritual home of country music, committed to touching lives by sharing experiences through exhibits, education and performances that inspire dreams for generations. The Congress aspires to touch lives through a real diversity of offerings in an authentic place unlike any other. Unique live performances, exhibits which honor both legends and newcomers and substantial educational offerings reach audiences across the state and country. Major performing artists are regularly featured alongside a solid season of events, integrated with revolving exhibits in collaboration with the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. Our educational offerings will touch all ages and can be accredited and recognized for their influence.
