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A new museum in downtown Nashville is now open to the public, telling the story of Christian and gospel music in all its forms. The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music, known as The C&G, began welcoming visitors in early October 2025, just before this year’s GMA Dove Awards.

The museum now serves as the permanent home of the GMA Gospel Music Hall of Fame. The main exhibit, made possible through the support of music executive Mike Curb, highlights nearly 200 individuals who have shaped the history of gospel and Christian music.

Inside The C&G, visitors can explore different styles ranging from Southern Gospel and Contemporary Christian Music to Rap and Hip-Hop. The displays focus on the lasting spiritual influence of the music rather than its commercial popularity. One of the first pieces guests encounter is Bill Gaither’s trophy for Songwriter of the Year from the first Dove Awards in 1969.

Interactive stations invite visitors to share their own experiences with music through recorded messages and even remix well-known songs. These features aim to help guests connect personally with the stories on display.

The opening marks the end of a long search for a physical home for the GMA’s Hall of Fame, which had existed for more than fifty years without a permanent location. Guided by GMA President Jackie Patillo, who became the organization’s first woman and person of colour to hold the position, the project brought together artists, executives, and supporters who see the museum as an important step in preserving gospel music’s history.

The Museum of Christian & Gospel Music is located at 402 Commerce Street in downtown Nashville. Visitors can find ticket details and membership information by visiting cgmmuseum.org.