Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Hall of Fame & Country Star Museum near Indianapolis, IN is an attraction that any bluegrass lover will want to see when in the area. The entry to the Bill Monroe Bluegrass Museum consists of a "walkway of stars". Hollywood bronze stars are there for many of the greatest bluegrass musicians such as Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Ricky Skaggs, Loretta Lynn and more. The stars that are mentioned are the ones that the Father of Bluegrass, Bill Monroe, felt were worthy of being mentioned.
While in the musician, you'll see many instruments, clothing, pictures and other memorabilia belonging to many of the greatest bluegrass performers.
Known as the "father of bluegrass", Bill Monroe is the musician that is credited with developing bluegrass music. The name "bluegrass" comes from his band, which was called Blue Grass Boys. Monroe named his band after Kentucky, his home state. He was a successful musician performing as a composer, singer, instrumentalist and bandleader for 60 years and definitely earned his spot in the Hall of Fame. Bill's induction into the Nashville Hall of Fame came in 1970 and it was one of many of this awards.
Inside of the Bill Monroe Bluegrass museum, you'll find a gift shop called The Bean Blossom Gift shop. Here you'll be able to find cds, tapes, Bean Blossom apparel, and also Coca-Cola and Harley Davidson merchandise and memorabilia. Although the museum has seasonal hours, they are open year round. For those wishing to spend more than a day here, you have the option of the Bill Monroe Music Park and Campgrounds to stay. This is also the site for family activities, special events such as reunions and weddings.
