Dolly Parton smiling in a sparkly white and pink embellished outfit, with voluminous blonde hair and glamorous makeup, posing confidently.
From the Top of the Smoky Mountains

To the Top
of the World

FOLLOW THE JOURNEY OF A GIRL WHOSE DREAMS AND TALENT MADE HER A GLOBAL SUPERSTAR

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A colorful gradient collage featuring multiple vintage photos of Dolly Parton from different stages of her life, highlighting her evolution from youth to stardom.
A vintage black-and-white portrait of a young Dolly Parton, wearing a classic hairstyle and smiling softly.

Step into Dolly’s Life of Many Colors

Relive Dolly Parton’s story from rags to rhinestones, from Hollywood to Dollywood and from initial Country music stardom to global acclaim. Sing along and dream big with Dolly inside this museum experience as vibrant as the icon herself.

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A MUSEUM EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER

An Immersive Retrospective of Dolly’s Life

Welcome to something truly special. Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum invites fans to experience Dolly’s expansive career and most personal memories through the eyes of Dolly herself. Dolly’s life plays out in this colorful exhibition, on the third floor of Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel in the heart of Nashville.

Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum is the largest exhibit celebrating her life anywhere in the world, spanning every dynamic decade from the top of the mountains to the top of the world. Her transformative career takes guests on the road, behind the scenes, on set and backstage of her most iconic moments.

Using state-of-the-art technology, Dolly will take you through her many worlds of music and movies, family and faith combined in a kaleidoscope of dreams, hopes and, of course, dazzling style. Her mosaic of memories, as songwriter, actress, musician, philanthropist, the Smoky Mountain Songbird and global icon, create the gritty and glittery backdrop for her story to unfold.

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Dolly Parton’s
SongTeller Hotel

The Museum is nestled within the enchanting and truly unique Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel, inspired by Dolly’s epic career and trailblazing spirit. SongTeller Hotel in the heart of Nashville is more than just a place to rest your head,  it’s a hub of music, style, and hospitality, all designed the Dolly-way.
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Panoramic view of downtown Nashville, Tennessee, at sunset featuring the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge and city skyline reflecting over the Cumberland River — the heart of country music and Dolly Parton’s hometown state.
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The Museum Shops

The Museum retail experience offers two distinctive destinations for fans and collectors alike. An expansive flagship store—open to the public—showcases Dolly’s official branded merchandise, from timeless favorites to new must-haves.
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For Museum guests, an exclusive boutique awaits inside: a jewel-box shop featuring limited-edition treasures and specially curated collections available only within Dolly’s Life of Many Colors Museum.

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THE MUSEUM EXPERIENCE

Dolly’s Life Of Many Colors

Here’s a peek at what Dolly has planned for the Museum and there is much more to come!

Elegant gallery inside the Songteller Museum with gold record displays, chandeliers, and people admiring Dolly Parton’s dresses and awards.

The Hall Of Fame

Step into the Hall of Fame to celebrate Dolly’s 21st-century triumphs, from iconic wardrobe and awards to unforgettable photo moments.

Life-size replica of Dolly Parton’s tour bus at the Songteller Museum, featuring purple lighting and an interior display of memorabilia.

Life On The Road

Get a glimpse into Dolly’s whirlwind life on the road, from her earliest tours to thousands of shows that carried her dreams across the miles.

A cozy exhibit space with framed handwritten lyrics on the walls and a guitar near a window seat, representing Dolly Parton’s songwriting process.

Dolly’s Writing Room

In the Writing Room, discover how songwriting—Dolly’s true identity and lifelong catalyst—has shaped her journey from the Smoky Mountains to the world stage.

Exhibit inside the Dolly Parton Songteller Museum showcasing Dolly’s iconic stage outfits in shades of pink and purple, displayed under glowing lights.

Dolly’s Wardrobe

Discover Dolly’s dazzling wardrobe, featuring iconic costumes from seven decades where fashion trends changed—but her love for rhinestones and color never did.

Colorful, whimsical library space with curved shelves stacked with rainbow books, hanging open book decorations, and a cozy pink chair — part of the Songteller Museum.

Imagination Library

Explore the Imagination Library zone, where Dolly’s book-gifting program—born from her father’s struggle to read—has inspired families worldwide with over 300 million books gifted.

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