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Lee Greenwood: American Patriot

By Matt Williams on May 10, 2013 in Special Events

On the 29th anniversary of “God Bless the USA” being released to radio, it is only fitting that today would be the day the Lee Greenwood: American Patriot exhibit be revealed at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. The spotlight exhibit incorporates numerous artifacts and memorabilia spanning the artist’s 50 years in the business.

“Everything in here signifies a special moment of my career,” said Greenwood. “I could tell you a story behind each and every one of them… but this is just a small portion.”

And a story for each is no stretch of the imagination if you’ve ever spoken to Lee Greenwood. The man has a million stories, a photographic memory, and loves to talk. When asked about which artifact in the expansive display stood out to him the most, he brought me over to his 1994 award for winning Wheel of Fortune Music Stars Week, and proceeded to tell me the entire fascinating story.

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“Lee Greenwood: American Patriot” Spotlight Exhibition To Open This Friday

By Matt Williams on May 9, 2013 in In The Press, Special Events

The Country Music Hall of Fame® and Museum will unveil a special spotlight exhibit dedicated to singer Lee Greenwood on May 10. Lee Greenwood: American Patriot, which will be located within the museum’s permanent exhibit on the third floor, will incorporate costumes and other artifacts spanning Greenwood’s 50 years of musical activity. The exhibition will run through April 25, 2014.

Lee Greenwood: American Patriot traces the artist’s personal and professional life from his musical childhood in California to his award-winning music career. The exhibit also places a special focus on Greenwood’s most beloved song, “God Bless the USA,” and his work with military and veterans organizations.

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Lee Greenwood to Appear at National Press Club’s 35th Annual Book Fair & Author’s Night

By Matt Williams on November 13, 2012 in In The Press

Follows up with TODAY Show performance of “God Bless The USA” to celebrate the naturalization of newest US citizens

Multi-platinum country star and true American Patriot, Lee Greenwood, will be joining more than 90 nationally known authors at the National Press Club’s 35th Annual Book Fair & Authors’ Night on Tuesday, November 13, 2012. Greenwood will be signing copies of his new book, “Does God Still Bless the U.S.A.? A Plea for a Better America” – his latest offering of personal insights into America’s challenges and her future. The Book Fair & Authors’ Night benefits the non-profit National Press Club Journalism Institute, which provides college scholarships, training for journalists and awards for excellence in journalism. The NPC is partnering again this year with The SEED Foundation, which helps prepare underserved students for college success at public boarding schools in the District of Columbia and Maryland.