NEWS & STORIES
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Honoring Louise Scruggs: The Visionary Behind Earl Scruggs’ Success
One of the most meaningful parts of our work at the Earl Scruggs Center is sharing the stories behind the music with our visitors, members, and friends. Not just how […]
Thank You for Celebrating Our Grand Re-Opening With Us!
We are still smiling after such a wonderful morning celebrating the grand re-opening of the Earl Scruggs Center, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who […]
We’re Back and Better Than Ever: The Earl Scruggs Center Reopens!
Hello friends, We’re so happy to share that the Earl Scruggs Center is back open – and we’re welcoming visitors with an entirely new set of interactive experiences we’ve been […]
2025 at the Earl Scruggs Center — One Word: Together
When we look back on 2025 at the Earl Scruggs Center, one word rises to the top: together. It was a year marked by meaningful milestones, made possible by the […]
EARL SCRUGGS MUSIC FESTIVAL NAMED IBMA EVENT OF THE YEAR
As part of the International Bluegrass Music Association’s annual Industry Awards, the North Carolina festival is recognized for its leadership in the bluegrass event community Tickets Now On Sale For […]
EARL SCRUGGS MUSIC FESTIVAL DRAWS RECORD TURNOUT TO 4TH ANNUAL EVENT
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
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
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
‘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
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. […]