Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, Nashville

The Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum, located in Nashville, is a unique institution that celebrates musicians from various genres and instrumental backgrounds. This museum showcases the contributions of both well-known and lesser-known musicians, highlighting those who might be familiar to your ears but not to your eyes. It's a must-visit destination in Nashville, distinct for honoring musicians who have played a significant role in creating some of the most iconic recordings in history.

Inductees into the Hall of Fame are chosen with the involvement of the American Federation of Musicians and other professionals in the music industry. The timeline of the MHOF spans the entire history of recorded music.

An interesting aspect of the museum is its focus on musicians who have remained largely unrecognized, often working behind the scenes. Groups like the Nashville A-Team, the Wrecking Crew, The Tennessee Two, The Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, the G-Men (associated with Garth Brooks), and the studio musicians from Sigma Sound Studio in Philadelphia, have all been acknowledged for their contributions.

The Musicians Hall of Fame opened its doors on June 6, 2006. It features exhibits that include instruments played by both famous artists and the lesser-known session musicians. These session musicians, often serving as house studio musicians in cities like Memphis, Los Angeles, Detroit, Nashville, Muscle Shoals, and New York City, were pivotal in creating the hits of many renowned artists, especially during the 1950s to the 1980s.