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TCHAIKOVSKY’S 1812 OVERTURE
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THIS MONTH’S FEATURE: Daily – Tours of the Ryman Auditorium Ryman Auditorium, 116 Fifth Avenue North. A must-see for anyone visiting Nashville, this National Historic Landmark is best known as the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943-1974. The guided backstage tour takes you through dressing rooms dedicated to the stars of the Ryman's rich musical past including Minnie Pearl and Hank Williams. These same dressing rooms are used by all the biggest stars performing today from Brad Paisley to Bruce Springsteen. Be sure to visit the Hatch Show Gallery and the Gift Shop. The self-guided tour is $14 for adults and $9 for children ages 4-11. The backstage tour is $18 for adults and $13 for children ages 4-11.
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June – Grand Opening of The Johnny Cash Museum
Grand Ole Opry shows are performed every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday in June. Plus, catch a show on Wednesday nights June 19 through August 7. Since 1925, country’s best have mesmerized audiences at the Opry, the show that made country music famous. While performances from both legendary entertainers and the latest country music acts are the norm, when you go to the Opry, you’ll also enjoy bluegrass bands, comedy, and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Kellie Pickler, Lennon & Maisy, Ricky Skaggs, Diamond Rio, Carrie Underwood, Lauren Alaina, Josh Turner, Charley Pride, Mel Tillis, Scotty McCreery, Roy Clark, Patty Loveless, Vince Gill, Charlie Daniels Band, The Henningsens, BJ Thomas and more. For Opry tickets and information visit opry.com or call (615) 871OPRY.
119 3rd Ave S., downtown. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, this new museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black's life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. From handwritten lyrics for I Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues, to a stone wall from Johnny and June's home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. Hours are 11:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. seven days a week. Closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving. For more information call 615256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum.com.
Mondays and Thursdays – A Tribute to the KING: 1953-1977
Through June 10 – Patsy Cline: Crazy for Loving You
The legend lives on in Nashville’s first and only continuously running show paying tribute to the King in Music City, where he recorded over 300 songs. This high-energy, live musical biography starring John Beardsley features all six eras of the King's career, including over 30 songs and five costume changes, and has thrilled audiences of all ages from New York to Russia. “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again!” raved DJ Fontana, Elvis’s longtime drummer. Audiences continue to give standing ovations at every show and they walk away excited and entertained. A must-see show while in Nashville; come see why. To order tickets
Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S. Using costumes, personal memorabilia, vintage photographs, correspondence, career-spanning audio and video and more, this exhibit explores the life and impact of one of country music's legendary female artists. The centerpiece is a moving film that includes new interviews with Country Music Hall of Fame members Harold Bradley, Brenda Lee, Willie Nelson and the Jordanaires' Ray Walker; archival performance footage; and audio clips from Owen Bradley's original recordings. For the first time, hear Cline's spine-tin3
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gling vocals, isolated without instrumental accompaniment on Crazy, Sweet Dreams and other classics. Free with admission to the museum. For more information, call (615) 416-2001 or see countrymusichalloffame.org. Hours are 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m., daily. Ticket packages are $35 for adults and $26 for youth for the Platinum Package (admission, celebrityaudio tour and guided tour of Historic Studio B) or $24 or adults and $17 for youth for the Gold Package (admission and celebrity audio tour). For more information, see countrymusichalloffame.org.
June 1 – A Summer of Art on 5th Avenue of the Arts Beginning June 1, The First Saturday Art Crawl will expand to summer hours of 4:00p.m.-9:00p.m. and the redesign of the 5th Avenue of the Arts block will be dedicated by Mayor Dean. During the free event, the block will be closed to traffic and the Downtown Partnership Performance Platforms will feature 12AM Band, Shagbark Trio and the Puppets from the Nashville Public Library (previewing the upcoming International Puppet Festival). The Lane Motor Museum will have three Art Decoinspired cars on hand in support of Sensuous Steel: Art Deco Automobiles opening June 14 at the
Frist Center for the Visual Arts. The art galleries on 5th Avenue will present special summer exhibitions: The Arts Company will open an inaugural series, Selected Contemporary Tennessee Artists: Five From Memphis in association with the David Lusk Gallery; The Rymer Gallery will be presenting new original works by automotive fine artist Lory Lockwood; Tennessee Art League will host The Chestnut Group’s Nashville Open Air exhibition and Tinney Contemporary will welcome guestcurator Reni Gower with the powerful paper exhibit, Shadow and Light. Art at the Arcade and Twist Gallery will also be offering a variety of new exhibitions.
June 6-9 – 2013 CMA Festival Riverfront Park, LP Field, and the Nashville Convention Center. Over 100 of the hottest acts in country today play over four days on two stages; Riverfront Park and LP Field. The daily concerts at Riverfront Park are free, but four-day ticket holders have an exclusive 45-minute, early-entrance window before the gates open to the general public. Artists to appear at Riverfront Park include Jo Dee Messina, Ronnie Milsap, Phil Vassar, Blackberry Smoke, Mark Chesnutt, Maggie Rose, The Grascals
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and more. Artists slated to perform at LP Field include Taylor Swift, Zac Brown Band, LIttle Big Town, The Oak Ridge Boys, Dierks Bentley, Keith Urban, Blake Shelton, Randy Travis, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley and many others. All the performers play this festival for free, with half of the proceeds going to fund music education in local schools. This year Fan Fair gets kicked up a notch with the AT&T U-verse Fan Fair X at the new, state-of-the-art Music City Center. Fan Fair X offers fans an enhanced experience by adding two new stages, demonstrations, events, and exhibits including the Marketplace with boutiques and artisan booths, and Rockology, featuring a gallery of stunning music memorabilia. The Four Day Pass costs $135 - $350 plus processing fees, and includes entrance to both stages for all four nights, Fan Fair X admittance, early admittance to the daily concerts at Riverfront Park, stage-front access to the Fan Photo Lines at LP Field and Riverfront Park and shuttle service between official venue stops. Fan Fair X tickets are $10 for a single day or $25 for a four-day pass for those without a Four Day Ticket. For tickets and more information, call 1-800-7453000 or 1-800-CMA-FEST (262-3378). Tickets can also availablze at cmaworld.com.
June 9 – 28th Annual Purity Miss Martha's Ice Cream Crankin' First Presbyterian Church, 4815 Franklin Rd. A favorite summer tradition for Nashville families, Miss Martha's Ice Cream Crankin' serves up hundreds of gallons of homemade ice cream. There are also children's activities and live music. $10 for adults and $8 for children ($13 and $10 after June 7) gets you all-you-can-eat. Hours are 3:00p.m.- 5:00p.m. and the event is rain or shine. Proceeds benefit the Martha O'Bryan Center, helping struggling families in one of the city's poorest neighborhoods. Tickets are available at www.marthaobryan.org/ crankin/2013.
June 10-17 and 27-30 – Nashville Sounds Home Games Greer Stadium, 534 Chestnut St. The Nashville Sounds play home games June 10-13 vs. the Omaha Storm Chasers; June 14-17 vs. the New Orleans Zephyrs and June 27-30 vs. the Oklahoma City Red Hawks. The 28th is a double-header, making up for a game delayed from April 11. Game times vary; please check the schedule for times. For tickets, go to nashvillesounds.com or call (615) 690-HITS. 6
June 13 – Yum!East East-Centric Pavilion, 1006 Fatherland St. Sample the best of the East Nashville neighborhood food and drink made by select restaurants, chefs, food artisans and breweries such as The Wild Cow, Fat Bottom Brewery, Cafe Margot, Eat Well Market, Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, Yeast Nashville, Cafe Fundamental, Olive and Sinclair, Holland House and many others. Tickets are $40 plus a $3.19 processing fee, which includes admission, a souvenir glass and an open bar. This is a 21 and over event; no children or pets will be admitted and photo IDs are required. Hours are 5:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. For tickets, see yumeast.com.
June 21 – The Hair Ball Jamison Hall, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd. Wear your most bodacious threads and relive the best of the decade at an 80s extravaganza. Skyline Drive will be playing the most memorable tunes from the era and J Bangs Salon will be onhand to help guests pump their hair sky-high. Silent auction items range from a Florida vacation to pieces of fine art. Tempting food, wine and beer will be on hand to replenish energy, and guests can chill out playing an arcade game furnished by Game Galaxy. The fun starts at 7:00p.m. and lasts until 11:00p.m. Tickets are $35 in advance, $40 at the door and $300 for a group of 10 and are available for purchase at petcommunitycenter.org. Proceeds go to Pet Community Center's spay/neuter program for feral cats.
June 21-23 - Nashville International Puppet Festival Nashville Main Library, 615 Church St. Performers and puppet troupes from Japan, France, Argentina, Germany and China, as well as the U.S. are coming to Nashville for this festival of an ancient art form. Saturday's activities begin with a puppet parade at 9:00a.m. beginning in front of the library featuring a band, floats, artists, musicians, dragons, and largerthen life marionettes. The Library Courtyard features a European Street Festival with unicyclists, jugglers, stilt walkers, face painters, and balloon artists. Festival and special-event tickets may be reserved in advance online for a convenience fee of $2.50 or by calling (888) 516-5554. Non-ticketed music performances, a maypole and food and beverage vendors can be found at Church Street Park. The festivities begin each day at 9:00a.m. For a schedule and ticket reservations, see the website at nashvillepubliclibrary.org/puppetfestival.
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Ramblers Choice on June 27 at 7:30p.m.; Gregg Allman on June 28 at 8:00p.m. and Fall Out Boy on June 30 at 7:30p.m. (this show is sold out). Buy tickets from any Ticketmaster location, the Ryman box office or online at ticketmaster.com or ryman.com. Call (615) 458-8700.
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June at the Nashville Symphony Schermerhorn Symphony Center, 1 Symphony Place. Packages may be purchased from the Patron Services hotline at (615) 687-6401. This month's concerts are: Titans on June 1 at 8:00p.m.; Video Games Live on June 4 at 7:00p.m.; The Baseball Music Project on June 16 at 3:00p.m.; Gordon Lightfoot on June 17 at 7:30p.m.; Bob James and David Sanborn on June 19 at 7:30p.m.; Tchaikovsky Extravaganza! on June 21 at 8:00p.m. and Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture on June 28 at 8:00p.m. For tickets, call the box office at (615) 687-6400 between 10:00a.m. and 6:00p.m. Monday - Friday or 10:00a.m. and 2:00p.m. Saturday, or go to the website at nashvillesymphony.org.
June At The Ryman Auditorium The historic Ryman Auditorium is located downtown at 116 Fifth Avenue North and has been named Pollstar's Concert Industry Theatre of the Year three times, most recently in 2011, and was voted 2009 Venue of the Year by the Academy of Country Music. Concerts this month at the Mother Church of Country Music are K-LOVE Fan Awards on June 1 at 7:30p.m. (this show is sold out); Daryl Hall and John Oates on June 2 at 7:30p.m.; Stars for Second Harvest with Craig Wisemans and friends, featuring Florida Georgia Line, Ronnie Dunn and more on June 4 at 7:30pm.; Marty Stuart's Late Night Jam featuring Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives, Connie Smith, the Oak Ridge Boys, The Mavericks and more on June 5 at 10:00p.m.; Dawes with Shovels & Rope on June 9 at 7:30p.m.; Earth, Wind & Fire on June 12 at 7:30p.m.; She & Him with The Secret Sisters on June 13 at 7:30p.m.; Vince Gill on June 20 at 7:30p.m.; Archer Live! on June 21 at 8:00p.m.; Chonda Pierce TV taping on June 22 at 7:00p.m.; Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo with Brynn Marie on June 25 at 7:30p.m.; Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver with Junior Sisk & 8
Located on historic 2nd Avenue in downtown Nashville, the Wildhorse offers three floors of fun with five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. This month's concerts are: Darius Rucker and Friends on June 3 at 6:00p.m. benefitting St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital (this show is sold out) and Pickin' for Prevention benefitting AFSP Suicide Prevention on June 4 at 6:00p.m. Doors open at 11:00a.m. Call (615) 902-8211 or go to ticketmaster. com or wildhorsesaloon.com for tickets.
June 1-2 – Disney's The Lion King Andrew Jackson Hall, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, 505 Deaderick St. Julie Taymor's spectacular set design and costumes will transport you to an African savannah, and Tim Rice and Sir Elton John's beautiful, moving music will touch your soul. Performances are Thursday at 7:00p.m. and Saturday at 8:00p.m. Tickets are $47.50 -$97.50 plus processing fees, and are available by calling (615) 782-4040 between 6:00a.m. and 9:00p.m., going online at tpac.org or at the TPAC Box Office Monday through Friday between 10:00a.m. 5:00p.m. For more information, see tpac.org.
June 1, 8, 15, 22 – Musician's Corner Concerts Centennial Park, West End and 25th Avenue N. Every Saturday in June Musician's Corner offers free concerts in the park. Pre-show (noon - 2:00p.m.) attractions include a beer garden happy hour, food trucks and Kidsville. The music begins at 2:00p.m. and goes until 5:00p.m. Performers in June are: The Kingston Springs, The Birchtree Band and Ravello, with Hanalena, Piper Jones and Bryce Merritt appearing on the Lightning 100 Stage on June 1; Skyline Motel, Striking Matches and The Westbound Rangers, with Jenn Bostic and Korby Lenker appearing on the Lightning 100 Stage on June 8; Ben Sollee, Humming House and Matt Giraud, with Tim Easton, Stacy Lantz and The Bird and The Bear appearing on the Lightning 100 Stage on June 15. A Tour de Fat special event with artists to be announced is presented on June 22. For more information, see musicianscornernashville.com.
June 1-15 – A Doll's House Darkhorse Theater, 4610 Charlotte Ave. Henrick Ibsen's A Doll's House is considered one of the most influential plays of the theatre world. Controversial at the time of its premiere (1879), it criticized the traditional roles of men and women and the institution of marriage, which at the time was considered sacrosanct. Performances are 7:30p.m. Thursday - Saturday and 2:30p.m. Sunday. Tickets for adults are $12, with free admission for students of high school age or younger. Tickets are available on ticketsnashville.com or on their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/act1theatre/ app_390059501073010. For more information, see actIonline.com.
June 1-15 – Escanaba in da Moonlight Boiler Room Theatre, The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Rd., Bldg 6. Actor Jeff Daniels of Newsroom and Dumb and Dumber penned this comedy about a family hunting trip in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Reuben Soady is the only member of the family who hasn't "bagged a buck", and at age 43 this is his last chance before members of his family and friends consider him jinxed. Reuben goes through heaven and hell to get the job done. Performances are 8:00p.m. Tuesday and Thursday
- Saturday, and 2:00p.m. Sunday. Ticket prices are $27 for adults, $25 for seniors over 60 and students and $21 for children ages 12 and under. For Sunday matinées, prices are $25 for adults; $23 for seniors and students and $19 for children 12 and under. Prices are $17 on Thrifty Thursdays and $27 for two or $13.50 for one on Two-for-Tuesdays. For more information and tickets, call (615) 794-7744 or see the website at boilerroomtheatre.com. Box office hours are 11:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
June 14-30 – The Colored Museum Street Theatre, 1933 Elm Hill Pike. A precursor to shows such as In Living Color, The Colored Museum presents ten vignettes or "artifacts" of the black experience in America. A savage and irrepressible satire, some artifacts are very thoughtprovoking, some are both funny and moving, and others are out-and-out-hilarious while containing a deep message. Performances are at 8:00p.m. Friday and Saturday and 5:00p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults and $16 for students and seniors. For tickets, go to streettheatrecompany.org or ticketsnashville.com or call (615) 554-7414 and leave a message. Your call will be returned in 24 hours. 9
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From mansion to slave cabin—and throughout 1120 acres of “much more” at the home of America’s seventh president—you’ll be face-to-face with the times, the challenges, and the contradictions, that shaped our young nation. Yesterday is always present at The Hermitage. One of America’s premier National Historic Landmarks, just 15 minutes from Downtown Nashville, TN.
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THE CAT SHOPPE 2824 Bransford Ave. in Berry Hill. Unique toys, the world's strongest catnip cigars, handmade dragonfly toys, locally made cat scratching posts (recommended by feline behaviorist). For cat lovers: jewelry, statues, Laurel Burch purses, ceramics, books and frames. And don't forget to visit the rescued cats awaiting adoption. Open Monday - Saturday 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.; Sunday 1:00 - 4:00p.m. Call 297-PURR (7877).
COTTON-EYED JOE Located on the corner of Second Ave. and Broadway in the District, Nashville’s easy-to-find tourist hot spot. Main floor, street level: you are surrounded by a vast selection of gifts, souvenirs, t-shirts, jewelry and novelties at low prices. Upstairs: The Bargain Attic Area has close-out souvenirs, gifts, jewelry and t-shirts priced from 50% off original price. Upstairs and to the left: the Gift Gallery section, with new and unusual home decor and gift items. Tour buses welcome. Call 726-3302 for more information.
THE DOG STORE 2824 Bransford Ave. in Berry Hill. A large selection of gifts for people in your favorite breed: mugs, frames, statues, and books. And for the special dog in your life, all natural treats, leather collars, bowls, toys and food. Open Monday - Saturday 10:00a.m. - 6:00p.m.; Sunday 1:00 - 4:00p.m. Call 279-WAGS (9247).
Gas Lamp Antique Mall 100 Powell Place, across from 100 Oaks Mall. Voted "Nashville's Best Antique Mall" for the past six years in the Nashville Scene's Best of Nashville poll, Gas Lamp Antique Mall houses 160 dealers in 25,000 square feet of space, and is open seven days a week. Antique, retro and vintage furniture and home accessories are all featured. Call (615) 297-2224. Our second location, GasLamp Too, is located at 128 Powell Place, less than a half mile down the same street in the last building, with parking in front and also under the I-65 overpass. Call (615) 292-2250. For more information, go to the website at gaslampantiques.com.
stores, including several first-in-market name-brand additions. Opry Mills’ impressive roster of designer outlet stores include: Coach Factory Store, Coach Mens Factory, G by GUESS, Michael Kors, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Tommy Bahama Outlet, Vera Bradley and more. Other popular value retailers include Bed Bath & Beyond, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Disney Store Outlet, LEGO, RCC Western Wear and Under Armour Factory House. Opry Mills is home to a variety of family dining and entertainment venues: Aquarium Restaurant, Rainforest Cafe, Claim Jumper and Dave & Buster’s. And in true Nashville fashion, live performances and musical entertainment are regularly provided on Opry Mills’ Entertainment Stage.
Opry Originals Located in the heart of downtown Nashville’s famous “Lower Broadway” area known around the world for its honky tonks and one-of-a-kind authentic country music attractions, Opry Originals brings together the iconic roots of the Grand Ole Opry and country music’s contemporary culture for a shopping experience like no other. Located at 300 Broadway (Broadway at 3rd Avenue).
the opry shop Enjoy the Grand Ole Opry experience anytime with a stop at The Opry Shop, located within the Grand Ole Opry House. It’s the place for great Opry gifts and collectibles for all ages. Open seven days a week..
WOODCUTS gallery AND FRAMing 1613 Jefferson St., (615) 321-5357 telephone and (615) 3212134 fax. Offering hundreds of open and limited edition prints, serigraphs, original pieces, framed art, cards, figurines, and fast custom framing. See www.woodcutsfineart. com for more information.
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THE GREAT ESCAPE Featuring a huge selection of current and out-of-print DVDs, CDs, video games, comic books, records, CCG and role-playing items, posters, books, memorabilia and more. Low, low prices! Two locations: Superstore in West Nashville at 5400 Charlotte Ave. (which includes our outlet store, The Great Escape 1/2-Price-Or-Less Store), 3852116; and near Opry Mills at 111-B Gallatin Rd. N. at Old Hickory Boulevard, 865-8052. Open 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m., Monday - Saturday and 11:00a.m. - 7:00p.m., Sunday. Need cash? The Great Escape also buys!
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dining AQUARIUM Aquarium offers sensational seafood in a unique setting – guests dine around a 200,000 gallon tank featuring more than 100 species of colorful tropical fish including sharks and stingrays. Menu selections range from burgers to seafood platters. After your meal, visit the Treasure Chest Gift Shop. You can also make Aquarium part of your next field trip, birthday party or special event. Reservations are recommended at any time. Call 514-FISH, visit aquariumrestaurants.com or become a fan on Facebook.
CANTINA LAREDO The Gulch, 592 12th Avenue South. Delicious margaritas, top shelf guacamole made at the table, and authentic Mexican food prepared with the freshest and finest ingredients make this restaurant in the Gulch a great destination for week day dinners or special events. For more information call (615) 259-9282 or see cantinalaredo.com.
CLAIM JUMPER Opening Spring 2012 in Opry Mills, Claim Jumper is ideal for celebrating special occasions, hosting a business lunch or gathering with friends and family. Open daily for lunch and dinner, with a vast selection of freshly prepared items including fish, rotisserie chicken, baby back pork ribs, freshly baked pot pie, specialty salads, pizzas, burgers and our famous Six-Layer Chocolate Motherlode Cake. Or relax in the saloon to enjoy cocktails and Claim Jumper’s own craft beers. See website at claimjumper.com.
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater Nashville's premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show, with songs made famous by legendary artists and today's superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, "The Fiddle Man" Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30p.m. and show time is 6:30p.m. Dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Located at 2416 Music Valley Dr., Music Valley Village, across from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashvillenightlife.com. Tour groups are welcome.
Opry Backstage Grill The show that made country music famous is now making its mark on Southern cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, as well as after the show. Now open across from the Gaylord Opryland Resort at the Inn at Opryland. Visit oprybackstagegrill.com for more information.
RAINFOREST CAFÉ This unique dining concept located in Opry Mills is an adventure through a realistic indoor rainforest with lush foliage, cascading waterfalls and giant aquariums. The menu has Mexican, Italian, Cajun and Caribbean flavors, and 14
ranges from exotic to traditional. The children’s menu will please your little “wild ones”. Don’t forget to stop by the Retail Village for a wide selection of unique souvenirs! Call 514-3000. www.rainforestcafe.com.
the smiling elephant 2213 8th Ave. S., (615) 891-4488. A gem of a Thai restaurant regaled by the locals. The specialty of the house is Pad Thai. All dishes use the freshest ingredients. Come to enjoy exquisite food and the gentle spirit that you feel upon entering. Open lunch and dinner, Monday - Friday. Open for dinner Saturday. See thesmilingelephant.com
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Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S. Serving Southern comfort food with a twist, made from fresh, mostly local foods. Indoor and outdoor seating is available, both with great views of downtown. Open Monday - Saturday, 11:00a.m. - 2:30p.m. Two Twenty • Two 2Go offers soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items and beverages seven days a week from 9:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. The 2Go bar accepts orders by phone and fax. Call (615) 2916759 or fax (615) 291-6761.
WILDHORSE SALOON Located on 2nd Ave., downtown. The Wildhorse offers three floors of action packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week and is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps, with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Open for lunch every day except Monday. Open for dinner nightly. Try the award-winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information call (615) 902-8211. Hours subject to change due to private events. www.wildhorsesaloon.com.
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See The Largest European Car Collection In The United States!
Only 3 miles from downtown with over 150 cars & motorcycles on display! Youth (6-17)-$3; Seniors (65+)-$6; Adults (18-64)-$9; 5 & Under- Free
OPEN: THURS-MON 10a-5p (closed Tues & Wed) 702 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN, 37210 615-742-7445 | LaneMuseum.org
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attractions ADVENTURE SCIENCE CENTER 800 Fort Negley Blvd. With the child-sized Curiosity Corner and ever-changing blockbuster exhibits, the Adventure Science Center provides unique opportunities for discovery for both children and adults. Admission is $12 for adults and teens, $10 for children ages 2-12, $9 for seniors (65+), and free for toddlers under age 2. Open 10:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon – 5:00p.m. Sunday. For more information, see adventuresci.org.
BELLE MEADE PLANTATION Listed as one of America’s grandest mansions by Arthur Frommer’s Budget Travel magazine, this 1853 Greek Revival mansion only minutes from downtown is the place where the bloodlines of Seabiscuit, Secretariat, War Admiral and Funny Cide started. Living History programs are featured daily. Most of the demonstrations will center around Frontier Life – 1790-1820. Demonstrations will vary and will include gardening, blacksmithing and cooking. Restaurant and Museum store on property. Located at 5025 Harding Road, an easy seven miles from downtown. Call (615) 3560501 or log on to www.bellemeadeplantation.com.
BELMONT MANSION Belmont College Campus. This 1850’s Italianate villa has long been recognized as one of the most elaborate and unusual homes in the South. Hours: Monday - Saturday, 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., Sunday, 1:00p.m. - 4:00p.m., closed all major holidays. (615) 460-5459.
BICENTENNIAL MALL STATE PARK 741-5280 or 888-TNPARKS (888-867-2757, toll free). James Robertson Parkway. A 19-acre outdoor Tennessee history museum north of the State Capitol. Cost: free; except special events. Hours: daylight - midnight.
CARNTON PLANTATION 1345 Carnton Lane, Franklin, TN. Carnton Plantation, home of The Widow of the South, was a field hospital following the Battle of Franklin, fought in 1864. Plantation includes a home tour, museum, The McGavock Confederate Cemetery, a fully restored garden and slave quarters. Open 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m., Monday - Saturday and noon - 5:00p.m., Sunday. Closed most major holidays. For more information, see the webpage BattleofFranklinTrust.org.
CHEEKWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN and MUSEUM OF ART Beautiful botanic gardens located on a 55 acre estate with a residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The residence houses American and European art and a newer building is dedicated to presenting contemporary art. In the summer and fall months there are themed art installations in the gardens that change annually. Art
education classes are offered for children on Saturday and Tuesday. 1200 Forrest Park Drive. Open Tuesday - Saturday 9:30a.m. - 4:30p.m. and Sunday 11:00a.m. - 4:30p.m.
cooter's place Enjoy Cooter's fabulous display of props, costumes and memorabilia from the Dukes of Hazzard TV show. There are regular appearances by Ben "Cooter" Jones and other cast members. See the General Lee "01" car from the show, and purchase treats like Daisy's Homemade Country Honey, Uncle Jesse's Finest Batch of Apple Cider, along with Dukes Of Hazzard hats, T-shirts, DVDs, CDs, pictures and diecast General Lee cars. Located at Exit 12 off Briley Pkwy, 2613 - B McGavock Pk., across from Opryland Hotel. Open daily at 9:00a.m. Call (615) 872-8358 for more information or directions, or see them on the web at cootersplace.com.
Country Music Hall of Fame ® and Museum You haven’t seen Nashville if you haven’t visited the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum. Visit the largest popular music museum in the world, and experience the history of America’s music through exciting new exhibits, entertaining films, interactive displays, and an incredible array of costumes and instruments. Plus, take a tour of historic RCA Studio B – where Elvis and others recorded over 35,000 songs. Shop at the Museum Store and savor a made-from-scratch meal at Two Twenty•Two Grill and Catering. Museum open daily 9:00a.m. – 5:00p.m. 222 Fifth Avenue South. Call (615) 416-2001 for more information or log onto their website at www.countrymusichalloffame.com.
FORT NASHBOROUGH 255-8192. This reconstruction of the original settlement of Nashville is authentic in many details, reflecting the lifestyle of frontier pioneers in the late 1700s. Located in Riverfront Park, the self-guided tour facility is convenient to shopping, restaurants, hotels and museums in downtown Nashville.
THE FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS The downtown attraction features many traveling exhibitions, and focuses on art education for the community, for children and adults alike. Located at 919 Broadway. Open Monday - Wednesday and Saturday 10:00a.m. - 5:30p.m., Thursday and Friday 10:00a.m. - 9:00p.m. and Sunday 1:005:30p.m. For more information, call 244-3340 or log on to www.fristcenter.org.
GENERAL JACKSON SHOWBOAT Climb aboard the General Jackson Showboat for a unique entertainment experience! This 300 ft paddlewheel river2233
boat cruises the Cumberland River offering fantastic shows and delicious meals. Sumptuous Southern fare as well as an entertaining show are included on the evening cruise down the Cumberland. For tickets and more information call (615) 458-3900 or buy on line at generaljackson.com.
the year. Located 12 miles south of Clarksville off Hwy 48. Follow signs to site in Southside, TN. Phone is 931-6489141. E-mail: jintown@aol.com. Open Thursday through Sunday, 1:00-5:00p.m. through October 12. For more information, see the website historiccollinsville.com.
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HISTORIC MANSKER’S STATION FRONTIER LIFE CENTER
The world’s longest-running live radio show features the best in country, bluegrass, comedy and more. Artists scheduled to appear this month include Artists scheduled to appear this month include Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, Kellie Pickler, Lennon & Maisy, Ricky Skaggs, Diamond Rio, Carrie Underwood, Lauren Alaina, Josh Turner, Charley Pride, Mel Tillis, Scotty McCreery, Roy Clark, Patty Loveless, Vince Gill, Charlie Daniels Band, The Henningsens, BJ Thomas and more. Shows: Friday, 7:00 p.m. and Saturday 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Tuesday shows March through December at 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday shows June 19 through August 7 at 7:00 p.m. For tickets, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
Grand Ole Opry House Backstage Pass Tours Guided tours of the Grand Ole Opry House offer visitors an up-close look at the celebrated 4,400-seat venue and country's most famous show, including themed dressing rooms, the artists’ entrance, the Opry stage and more. Daytime tours are available seven days a week February-October, featuring Blake Shelton as your video tour guide. Tours are also available following most Opry performances with video tour guide Darius Rucker. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, try our Behind the Curtain VIP tour. For more information, visit opry.com or call (615) 871-OPRY.
The Hermitage 4580 Rachel’s Lane, Nashville 37076. A tour of this 1837 mansion by guides in period costume will enchant you. The tombs of Andrewv and Rachel are located in the beautiful heirloom garden. Other historic buildings include slave quarters and the church that Andrew built for his family. Special garden and farm tours are given seasonally as well as tours through active archaeology sites. Shop the museum store for unique gifts and dine in the delightful restaurant. Operating hours: April 1 - November 15, 8:30a.m. - 5:00p.m.; November 16 through March 31, 9:00a.m. 4:30p.m. Admission is $19 for adults; $16 for seniors; $14 for students 13-18; $9 for children 6-12 and children under 6 free. A family pass for 2 adults and 2 children is $45. Active military are admitted free (ID required). (615) 889-2941, thehermitage.com.
HISTORIC COLLINSVILLE Grand Opening Saturday, June 18, from noon – 5:00p.m. will be an exciting day for children - no charge for children 12 and under, and a petting zoo, pony rides, hay rides and a young dance troupe will entertain. Celebrate with games and historic house tours. Step back in time to an era when the work was hard but satisfying and the fun was found in simple things. From the 1830s visitor center to the 1870s Double-Pen Dogtrot House and in between, see what life was like when time seemed to move at a slower pace. Sixteen separate, original, perfectly restored buildings are in a living history, nineteenth century 40-acre settlement. Self-guided tours and group and school tours are available. Special programs and activities are offered throughout 2 4
Located in Moss-Wright Park on Caldwell Rd. in Goodlettsville, TN. A staffed, living history site maintained by the City of Goodlettsville, the site represents the station built by Kasper Mansker in the late 18th century. Six times a year, artisans, craftsmen and volunteers populate the station for a weekend, giving a true representation of pioneerlife. Also located in Manskers Station is the Bowen House, a plantation house of the era. A tour of the house and the Station begins inside the house with a short film which gives the history of both of the sites. Tours of the house and station are $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Group rates are also available. Call (615) 859-FORT (3678) for more information.
HISTORIC RCA STUDIO B Known as one of the world's most important recording studios where more than 35,000 songs were brought to life, like Dolly Parton's "Jolene" and many hits by Elvis. Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum today to learn how you can experience historic RCA Studio B. Call 615-416-2001 or visit the website at countrymusichalloffame.com.
Jack Daniels Distillery tour 182 Lynchburg Highway, Lynchburg, TN. Between 9:00a.m. and 4:30p.m. daily, tours last an hour and fifteen minutes and start anywhere from every fifteen minutes to an hour, depending on the crowds. For a nominal fee, Jack Daniel’s is now offering Distillery tours, which include a sampling of the hometown product. Be sure to ask about these enhanced tours upon arriving at the Visitor Center. End the tour with lunch at Miss Mary Bobo’s Boarding House, in operation since 1908. Reservations are recommended.
JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM 119 3rd Ave S. in downtown Nashville. Featuring the largest collection of Johnny Cash memorabilia in the world, the museum has everything from his earliest childhood artifacts to the last song he wrote. Exhibits chronicle The Man in Black's life with stunning graphics, artifacts and interactive technology and include stage costumes, instruments, personal letters, artwork and handwritten songs as well as artifacts from family members and notable friends. Experience a three dimensional walk through the life and legend of this international icon. From handwritten lyrics for I Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues, to a stone wall from Johnny and June's home in Hendersonville, this museum holds the very essence of the man. The Museum Store features the largest selection of Cash souvenirs, apparel and rare collectibles. Staff members include Cash family members and friends who love to share stories with guests. No trip to Nashville would be complete without a visit to the Johnny Cash Museum. Hours are 11:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. seven days a week. Closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving. For more information call 615-256-1777 or see johnnycashmuseum. com.
LANE MOTOR MUSEUM 702 Murfreesboro Pike. 742-7445. Discover unique vehicles from A to Z at Lane Motor Museum. One of the few museums in North America to specialize in European cars, with over 150 cars and motorcycles on display from all over the world! Over 45 marques representing North and South America, Asia, and Europe – definitely not your typical car museum! Open Thursday through Monday, 10:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. Admission is $9 for adults, $6 for seniors (age 65+), $3 for youth (ages 6-17) and free for kids ages 5 and under. Call for more information or visit the website lanemuseum.org.
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several hand-carved animals like a giant anteater, red river hog, komodo dragon, or a clouded leopard cub. Spend a day at the park enjoying mammals, amphibians, reptiles, insects and birds and learning about their habitats. Savor the sights by exploring Gibbon Islands, Bamboo Trail, Critter Encounters, three-acre beautiful African Elephant Savannah, and many other exhibits. Step back in time and take a tour of the 19th century Grassmere Historic Home and Farm. If you still have energy, run wild on the humongous Jungle Gym playground, which offers 66,000 square feet of fun. If you’re tired, take a break and enjoy one of the educational animal shows. Visit the Zoo's website at nashvillezoo.org for more information.
Come to The Lotz house for the compelling story of the Battle of Franklin, the Lotz family and the fine antiques of the Civil War era. Trip Advisor’s #1 attraction in Franklin features guided tours daily. There is a value ticket available which includes Carnton Plantation and The Carter House. Located across the street from The Carter House at 1111 Columbia Avenue, Franklin, TN 37064. For more information, call( 615) 790-7190 or visit LotzHouse.com.
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1160 Otter Creek Road. A great place for an energetic hike up steep ridge trails, or a leisurely walk along paved roads,a Radnor has some of the highest hills in the Nashville Basin, and the Ganier Ridge and South Cove trails are nice, challenging hikes for a day hiker, but there are also flat, paved trails for those who want to just stroll and see the scenery. Wildlife and plants are abundant: it is not unusual at all to come across deer, heron, turkeys and turtles during a walk around Radnor Lake. The park is about a 5-minute drive from I-65, Exit 78, Harding Place.
For an irreverent look at the "low lights" of Nashville, there is only one tour company to call: NashTrash. The Jugg sisters' big pink bus takes visitors past country music landmarks of the city, such as the Ryman, Country Music Hall of Fame, the Wildhorse Saloon and Printer's Alley while they give an hysterical account of country music legends and their not-so-proud moments. This 90-minute tour is performance as much as information, is best for adults, and BYOB coolers of wine or beer are permitted. Public tours usually run just once a day Tuesday through Friday and twice a day on Saturday. Tours do not run on Sundays, Mondays or major holidays. Call 615-226-7300 or 800-3422132 for reservations, and call well ahead of time as the tour fills well in advance. For more information, see the website at nashtrash.com.
Located in Centennial Park off of West End, this building is recognized as one of the world’s most impressive scale reproductions of an ancient classic. It houses Alan LeQuire’s magnificent 42 ft. statue of Athena, the largest indoor sculpture in North America. There are also art exhibits showcased there.
RADNOR LAKE STATE PARK
Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater Nashville's premier Country Music Dinner Theater features The Best of Country Music Show. Voted Nashville's #1 Dinner Show, the show features songs made famous by legendary artists and today's superstars. Many guest stars appear such as Opry Star Jeannie Seely, "The Fiddle Man" Tim Watson, Diana Murrell and others. There is entertainment for the entire family. The Great Southern Buffet is at 5:30p.m. and show time is 6:30p.m. Admission for the dinner and show is $39.95, show only is $26. Located at 2416 Music Valley Dr., in Music Valley Village, across the street from the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Grand Ole Opry. Don't miss this Nashville tradition. Tour groups are welcome. Call (615) 885-4747 for information and reservations or go to nashvillenightlife.com.
NASHVILLE ZOO AT GRASSMERE 3777 Nolensville Road, (615) 833-1534. Where can an animal lover, a history buff, and a dare-devil all have the time of their lives? At Nashville Zoo! Come experience our new Lorikeet Landing and feed Australian parrots. You can walk into their habitat and lorikeets will actually land on your arms and shoulders and feed from your fingertips. Take a spin on our Patton Family Wild Animal Carousel and ride
Radnor Lake by Andy Wilson
Ryman Auditorium 2003, 2004 and 2011 Pollstar Concert Industry Awards "Theater Of The Year" and 2009 Academy of Country Music's "Venue of the Year". Located downtown at 116 Fifth Avenue North, the Ryman has your summer entertainment line up covered. The Ryman is open daily for tours from 9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Tickets for all shows and a full event schedule are available on ryman.com.
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Tennessee State Museum
Through Sept. 1, 2013 The landmark exhibition from the National Archives, Discovering the Civil War, opened to great fanfare in February. Visitors are still flocking to the museum to see the original 13th amendments signed by President Lincoln which ended slavery forever in the United States. The exhibit combines priceless, original treasures and engaging touch-screen interactives in a physical environment inspired by 21st-century research rooms. The popular traveling exhibit is free to the public and on view through September 1, 2013. In conjunction with this exhibit, a series of free events will take place during the summer, visit tnmuseum.org for more information.
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Ole Opry from 1943 -1974. Take the self-guided tour where you'll discover the divine inspiration behind the building's construction as the Union Gospel Tabernacle in the 1880s in the welcome video. Self-guided tours are $13 for adults; $6.50 for children ages 4-11. Backstage tours are $17 and $10. To buy tour tickets, go to ryman.com or call (615) 8893060.
TENNESSEE STATE CAPITOL Charlotte Ave, between 6th and 7th Ave. The historic Tennessee State Capitol stands today much as it did when completed in 1859. Several areas, including the first floor hallway, library and Supreme Court chamber, have been restored to their 19th century, Greek Revival appearance. Free guided tours are provided by Tennessee State Museum. Tours leave from the Information Desk on the first floor of the Capitol every hour, on the hour; with the first tour at 9:00a.m., and the final tour at 3:00p.m. Self-guided tours are also available at the Information Desk.
of the Bridgestone Arena, (615) 259-4747. Open 8:00a.m. 5:30p.m Monday-Saturday; 10:00a.m.-5:00p.m. on Sundays providing museum displays, maps, information and discounted tickets to all attractions and Nashville souvenirs. The second Visitor Information Center is at 1 Nashville Place, 150 4th Ave. N. in the lobby of the Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau, (615) 259-4700. Open 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m. Monday-Friday, this visitor center offers upscale souvenirs that are exclusively music-related, along with maps, attractions information and discounted tickets.
WARNER PARKS Located off Highway 100, Edwin and Percy Warner Parks offer some of the city's best do-it-yourself recreational opportunities, with trails for riding horses and hiking and paved roads for biking, walking, running or exploring in a car. There is also plenty of open space for playing frisbee, picnicking, or just getting some fresh air. Dogs are welcome in the parks.
TENNESSEE STATE MUSEUM
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The museum’s Civil War holdings of uniforms, battle flags and weapons are among the finest in the nation. Of special interest are Sam Davis’ boot (cut open to search for hidden papers when he was charged with spying for the Confederate Army); and an 1864 presidential campaign poster for Abraham Lincoln and Andrew Johnson. The museum is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. and 1:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. on Sundays. It is closed on Mondays. Admission is free. It is located at Fifth and Deaderick in downtown Nashville. Parking is at paid lots on weekdays. Visitors park free-of-charge on weekends at the State Employee parking lots located to the west of the State Capitol, off of Charlotte Ave. For more information, call (615) 741-2692, toll free at 1-800-407-4324 or at the website: tnmuseum.org.
Located on 2nd Avenue in downtown Nashville, the Wildhorse offers three floors of action-packed fun, five bars and live entertainment seven nights a week. The Wildhorse is the place to hear the hottest bands and learn the latest dance steps with complimentary dance lessons nightly. Be sure to try the award winning barbecue and world famous fried pickles. For current concert information, call (615) 9028200 or go to the website at wildhorsesaloon.com.
TOOTSIE'S ORCHID LOUNGE No visit to Music City is complete without a stop at the worlds most famous honkytonk. Legendary stars like Roger Miller, Willie Nelson, Patsy Cline, Waylon Jennings , Faron Young, Tom T. Hall, Kris Kristofferson, Hank Cochran and Mel Tillis sang and wrote songs there and the tradition continues to this day. Continuous live music with the big stars performing at Midnight Madness every Tuesday night starting at 10pm. Hosted by John Stone. Downtown at 422 Broadway. 615-726-0463; tootsies.net.
The upper room An active chapel and museum, The Upper Room features a nearly-life-size wood carving of da Vinci’s The Last Supper. There are permanent exhibits, as well as a peaceful garden. Special seasonal exhibits include an exhibit of 100 nativity scenes during the Christmas holidays, a Madonna and Child Gallery exhibit, and a Ukrainian painted egg display during Lent and Easter. Come experience the tranquility Radnor by Andy Wilson of the Upper Room photo amid of the city'sLake tumult. Open MondayFriday, 8:00a.m.-4:30p.m. Closed holidays and weekends. 1908 Grand Ave., 340-7207. Visit the website at upperroom. org/chapel.
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTERs There are two Visitor Information Centers in Nashville. One is at 5th and Broadway downtown in the glass tower
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DAYTIME TOURS
A must-see in Nashville, a daytime tour of the Opry House provides a behind-the-scenes look at country music’s most famous show courtesy of video host Blake Shelton.
POST-SHOW TOURS
After you see the show, see what happens behind the scenes! Video host Darius Rucker shares interesting tales from backstage as well as his thoughts on what makes the Opry one of a kind. Plus you’ll get an exclusive look at dressing rooms, musicians’ areas, and the backstage activity after a show.
BEHIND THE OPRY CURTAIN VIP TOURS
Daytime Tour video host BLAKE SHELTON
Post-Show Tour video host DARIUS RUCKER
With this new tour, an exclusive group of fans can, for the first time ever, experience the Opry as true backstage VIPs. You’ll go behind the scenes in the exciting moments just before show time, learning from your knowledgeable guide and others about the inner workings of the show and watching Opry staffers and artists readying for another great night of music. Then you’ll be on stage as the big red curtain goes up for the first performance of the show.
615-871-OPRY • OPRY.COM • OPRY BOX OFFICE Opry House Backstage Pass Tours are available February-October. Daytime tours can be booked up to two weeks in advance. Post-show tours available after most Opry performances. Tour schedules and times may vary based upon Opry House availability.
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Wynonna Thru the Years 1953-1977
• 2 hour musical biography • 3 decades (50s, 60s, 70s) • 6 eras of the KING's career • 30 songs • 5 costume changes • 1 PERFORMER! “A great show, very authentic! I look forward to seeing it again!" DJ Fontana, Elvis' longtime drummer
Monday and Thursday 7:00 p.m. show time 6:30 p.m. seating
(615) 758-0098 www.thenashvilleking.com
The Texas Troubadour Theater
“Great job, heck of a performance! You just go all out to make sure you do everything just right!” Charlie Chase, TV Personality
"A MUST SEE Show" Country Weekly Magazine
The UPPER ROOM Chapel and Museum The tone here is tranquility and meditation.
Home of the world renown wood carving of “The Last Supper” 1908 Grand Avenue • 615-340-7207 www.upperroom.org $4.00 admission/donation - children 12 and under free Free Parking
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