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EARL SCRUGGS MUSIC FESTIVAL DRAWS RECORD TURNOUT TO 4TH ANNUAL EVENT

By Earl Scruggs Center | September 2, 2025

Held annually at Tryon International in Mill Spring, NC, the spirited gathering honored the far-reaching impact of Earl Scruggs with unforgettable performances, insightful workshops, and one-of-a-kind festival experiences across three […]

Our State Magazine: Cleveland County’s Bluegrass Legend

By Earl Scruggs Center | August 22, 2025

Come and listen to a story ’bout a man named Earl – who changed the sound of bluegrass forever, one three-finger roll at a time. by Mark Kemp Click Here to […]

Earl Scruggs’ Homeplace

By Earl Scruggs Center | August 19, 2025

A special message for our Earl Scruggs Center members and friends: I’m excited to share some important news about a project very close to our hearts. Last year, the Earl […]

2023 Holiday Gift Guide

By Earl Scruggs Center | November 13, 2023

‘Tis the season! Check out our 2023 Holiday Gift Guide, jam-packed with goodies for every name on your list… HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Earl Scruggs Shaped Bluegrass — and Jam-Grass Too. A New Festival Aims to Revive His Legacy

By Earl Scruggs Center | September 6, 2023

WHEN HE WAS three years old, Jerry Douglas heard the groundbreaking banjo licks of Earl Scruggs on the turntable each morning during breakfast at his childhood home in northeastern Ohio. […]

EVERYTHING YOU HAVE TO SEE AT THE EARL SCRUGGS MUSIC FESTIVAL IN MILL SPRING, NC

By Earl Scruggs Center | August 28, 2023

The BGS Team is excited to return to Western North Carolina for the second year of the Earl Scruggs Music Festival at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring. […]

Earl Scruggs Center Announces: Addition of Display Honoring Legendary Blues Musician Sonny Terry

By Earl Scruggs Center | May 10, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 5.1.2023:   Earl Scruggs Center Announces: Addition of Display Honoring Legendary Blues Musician Sonny Terry   Photo by Per-Olof Löfberg. Used courtesy of the Blues Archive, University […]

ALBUM REVIEW: The Infamous Stringdusters Honor Where Flatt & Scruggs Have Led

By Earl Scruggs Center | April 20, 2023

The Infamous Stringdusters know how to keep moving forward while looking back at the legends that paved the way. Their 2018 album, Laws of Gravity, earned a Best Bluegrass Album […]

Earl Scruggs Center | The Ingles Open Road – Episode 120

By Earl Scruggs Center | April 18, 2023

We’re visiting a place that combines the life story of a legendary and groundbreaking musician with the unique and engaging story of the history and cultural traditions of the Blue […]

2023 Remembering Earl Benefit Concert

By Earl Scruggs Center | March 9, 2023

Thank you to all who joined us for our 2023 Remembering Earl Benefit Concert and Encore After Party this past Saturday, March 4th! We hope to see you again next […]

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