The best arts & culture spots in Bristol

“A Work of Art Gallery & Gifts spotlights emerging and established local artists through rotating exhibitions and curated shows that actually make you stop, look, and think.”

“Birthplace of Country Music Museum, a Smithsonian affiliate right here in Bristol, digs into the 1927 Bristol Sessions with immersive exhibits, plus Radio Bristol broadcasting from the museum, and a store stocked with regionally made goods for when your playlist needs a tangible souvenir.”

“HollerHouse pulls together originals and prints that feel proudly Bristol, from cheeky crowd-pleasers like Moon Pie Mothman and Stay Feral to place-loving pieces like State Street and Infinite Appalachia. It’s the spot for Artist Spotlight features, events, Bristol swag, and giftable finds that actually get hung.”

From the Bristol newsletter, September 7, 2026