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Nashville council honors Grand Ole Opry on its 100th anniversary

Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County ยท December 17, 2025

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Summary

The Metropolitan Council presented Resolution RS2025-1684 recognizing the Grand Ole Oprys centennial, heard remarks from council members and Opry representatives, and posed the citys cultural and historical contributions to music and tourism.

The Metropolitan Council of Nashville and Davidson County on Dec. 16 presented Resolution RS2025-1684 recognizing the 100th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry.

Council member Greg introduced the resolution and said, "I am so excited to stand here tonight and celebrate the 1 hundredth birthday of the Grand Ole Opry." The presentation traced the Oprys origins to the WSM Barn Dance in 1925 and listed its role in launching artists whose careers include Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton.

The resolution text recited the Oprys historical milestones (relocations from Studio C to the Ryman and the Grand Ole Opry House), awards and national recognitions, and noted its role in Nashvilles identity as "Music City USA." Council members formally recorded the centennial recognition in the resolution language presented on the floor; the transcript does not include a recorded roll-call vote.

Nicole Judd and Gina Kellner of the Opry attended and offered brief remarks of thanks. Judd said she had never gone through the presentation process before and called the centennial "an incredible year." Council members gathered for photographs following the recognition.

The resolution text and the councils remarks emphasized the Oprys cultural and economic importance to Nashville and its global reach. The council moved to the next ceremonial item after the presentation.