In the heart of downtown Nashville, two of the city’s most enduring landmarks, Noelle Nashville and Ryman Auditorium—the “Mother Church of Country Music” and most famous home of the Grand Ole Opry—are partnering to create the Ryman Vinyl Suite. Launching during the Opry’s 100th anniversary year and CMA Awards season, this suite connects guests to Nashville’s live music tradition through original memorabilia, archival photography and a curated vinyl collection celebrating the Ryman’s storied past.
Designed by Sarah Stacey Interior Design with the Ryman as inspiration, the suite sports vintage concert posters, well-worn guitar picks, pennant flags, exclusive photographs of performers who graced the legendary stage and more.
The centerpiece, however, is a vinyl wall installation showcasing playable records, album covers and authentic pieces from Nashville’s musical legacy. A cozy listening lounge allows visitors to unwind and explore the suite’s vinyl collection. A vintage-style gramophone and Crosley record player offer multiple options for experiencing these recordings. Tip: Headphones are also available for a personal listening experience.
The suite also grants guests access to archival photography and items tied to past performers. Among the suite’s most remarkable features are exclusive artifacts that tell the story of the Ryman’s architectural and musical evolution, including:
- Washburn Guitar: Crafted from the Ryman’s original oak pews, Washburn produced only 243 of these instruments. The instrument hanging in The Ryman Vinyl Suite was signed by B.B. King himself.
- Stained Glass: The Ryman Vinyl Suite mirrors the Ryman Auditorium’s distinctive stained glass windows. Installed during the building’s 1892 construction, these windows reflect the venue’s origins as a house of worship, originally known as the Union Gospel Tabernacle.
- Wardrobe Applique: The ornate balcony pattern from the Ryman has been hand-drawn onto the suite’s wardrobe as a tribute to the venue’s intricate late 19th-century craftsmanship
Available now, the suite is bookable by itself or as part of Noelle’s enhanced experience “Needle on the Record,” which includes two tickets to a daytime tour of the Ryman Auditorium, a signature letterpress show print to commemorate the visit, and an in-room Old Fashioned crafted with Big Machine Distilling.
