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Pioneers from North Carolina arrive in Nashville on Christmas Eve. They establish Fort Nashborough.

George D. Hay first calls the ‘WSM Barn Dance’ as ‘The Grand Ole Opry’

WSM Barn Dance debuts. Would become known as ‘The Grand Ole Opry’

Tennessee becomes 16th state

First Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack opens on Jefferson St at 28th Avenue

Time Magazine reports that Nashville surpasses Hollywood in music recording, now trailing only New York City.

Amtrak Service Ends in Nashville

Goo Goo Clusters introduced

Grand Ole Opry holds first show at Ryman Auditorium. Admission is charged for the first time. 25 cents.

Grand Ole Opry last regular show at the Ryman