Ryman Auditorium [Nashville] (Q25818)
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concert hall and theatre in Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Ryman Auditorium
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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| English | Ryman Auditorium [Nashville] | concert hall and theatre in Nashville, Tennessee, United States |
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32°20'59.496"N, 86°12'46.584"W
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Built 1892 by Hugh Cathcart Thompson as Union Gospel Tabernacle, an auditorium for Southern Methodist revival sermons. Also used for various other events. 1904 renamed Ryman Auditorium in honour of Thomas Ryman (1843-1904) who had initiated the building in 1892. Used as a multi-purpose hall. From 1943 to 1974 home to the country music radio show, The Grand Ole Opry. 1963 officially renamed Grand Ole Opry House. From 1974 again named Ryman Auditorium. 2362 seats. (English)
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