ABOUT THE PROJECT

The Marty Stuart Congress of Country Music (MSCCM) in Philadelphia, Mississippi will celebrate the rich cultural heritage of country music through live musical performance and educational programming. This tribute to the culture and rural ethics of America will be presented in a world-class country music museum and performing arts center. Through a lifelong awareness to protect and preserve country music’s legacy: Marty Stuart has assembled a collection that spans over 20,000 pieces to tell a rich, emotional and personal story of the lives of our common heritage.

The $30 million project will create a 50,000+ square foot campus featuring the historic and recently renovated Ellis Theater, a newly constructed museum, classrooms, a community hall, meeting and event space, and a rooftop performance venue. MSCCM will embrace the roots of country music in its educational curriculum and programming. Changing displays will include internationally travelled artifacts and memorabilia, photography, outsider/folk art and Native American crafts. These art forms represent country music’s history and foreshadow it future. Musical programming will feature both legendary stars and the emerging artists of tomorrow.

Thank you for your interest in the Marty Stuart Congress of Country Music. We hope to welcome you soon to our center, to enjoy one of the finest, privately-owned collections in country music and to embrace the history of country music.

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The Congress of Country Music accepts monetary and non-cash donations, as well as donations of appropriate artifacts. Every gift, regardless of size, is appreciated.

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NAMING RIGHTS OPPORTUNITIES

Ellis Theater

The historic Ellis Theater, built in 1926, will be completely restored to serve as a performance…

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Community Hall

A new structure, designed with a church-like presence to invoke Marty’s passion for Gothic architecture.  The…

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Exhibit Hall

Clad in zinc shingles to complement the Gothic overtones of the Community Hall, the Exhibit Hall…

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Changing Exhibit Space

Will accommodate travelling exhibits, community arts and showcase recent additions to the collection.

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Roof Top Event Space

4000 sq ft roof top space perfect for outdoor events, weddings, musical performances.

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Archives

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Ellis Theater Stage

New construction with gothic detailing and millwork with tracery wood detailing.

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Ellis Theater Marquee

Original marquee, recently reconditioned.

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Large Stained Glass Window

Twenty foot tall Gothic tracery window, hand-leaded stained glass window.

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Rooftop Stage

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Classrooms

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Base Tablets

Commemorative stone tablets that feature quotes from songwriters, artists and musicians.

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Billboards

Seven 20’ x 20’ boards with illumination.  10 year licenses.

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Royal Box Seats

Honoring Mississippi’s musical sons and daughters:  Jimmie Rodgers, Charley Pride, Faith Hill, Marty Stuart, Bobbie Gentry,…

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Ellis Theater Mezzanine

New construction with gothic millwork.

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Green Rooms

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Radio Control Booth

Studio space for capture of oral histories, interviews with visiting celebrities and broadcast of Live radio…

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Atrium and Balcony

Will provide seating for film, lectures, and intimate performances.

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Fireplace

Central gathering place for songwriting, picking and guitar pulls.  Hand stacked stone.

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Gift Shop

Will feature Congress of Country Music souvenirs, local arts & crafts, prints clothing, and more.

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Fast Casual Concessions

Will feature local specialties, snacks, lite bites.

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Production Room

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Stained Glass Windows

Traditionally leaded glass windows.  Inspired by Marty’s affinity for cathedral architecture.

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Theater Ticket Booth

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Beams in the Community Hall

Overhead Gothic hammer beams made from reclaimed wood stock in Marty’s personal architectural salvage collection.  Each…

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Limestone Statues

Inspired by Ervin T. Rouse, writer of “Orange Blossom Special” and Connie Smith:  two of Marty…

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Decorative Lights/Sconces

Custom designed by Ulla Darni.

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Theater Floor Seats

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Mezzanine Seats

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Marty Stuart’s Congress of Country Music is a non-profit organization that relies on the support of friends like you. The Congress is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization recognized by the IRS (EIN 43-4878311), which means that donations to the Congress are tax deductible. Support the Congress today, and make a meaningful investment in our nation’s cultural resources. The Congress of Country Music accepts monetary and non-cash donations, as well as donations of appropriate artifacts. Every gift, regardless of size, is appreciated. Thank you for your support of the Congress of Country Music.