Where to Find Dolly Parton Murals Across America
A Colorful Road Trip Through Tennessee & Beyond
From Nashville and Dolly Parton’s hometown of Sevierville to Knoxville, Asheville and Ringgold, colorful murals celebrating the country music icon have become destinations of their own. Whether you’re planning a Tennessee road trip or simply looking for a memorable photo stop, these works of public art offer a fun way to experience Dolly’s enduring influence across the country.
Dolly Parton Murals at a Glance
📍 Where You’ll Find Them: Nashville and destinations throughout Tennessee, the South and across the United States
🎨 What You’ll See: Colorful portraits, larger-than-life tributes, interactive artwork and murals celebrating Dolly’s music, childhood, style and cultural influence
⭐ Best Starting Point: Nashville has several Dolly Parton murals located near popular attractions, making it the easiest place to see multiple murals during one trip
🦋 Don’t Miss: The murals and Dolly Parton statue in her hometown of Sevierville, Tennessee
💙 Best for Dolly Fans: Combine the Sevierville murals with a visit to Dollywood and the Dolly Parton Experience
🩷 Newest Dolly Landmark: Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum in downtown Nashville, scheduled to open in fall 2026
💰 Cost: The murals are free to visit, although nearby attractions, parking and museums may charge admission
📸 Photography Tip: Visit outdoor murals earlier in the day for softer light and fewer people, and remember that some are located beside active businesses or in busy alleys
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Dolly Parton Murals in Nashville
Nashville played an essential role in Dolly Parton’s journey from a young Appalachian singer-songwriter to one of the world’s most recognizable entertainers. She moved to Music City shortly after graduating from high school and built a career that would eventually extend far beyond country music.
Today, several Nashville murals celebrate different parts of Dolly’s legacy and life. Some honor her music and larger-than-life personality, while others recognize her philanthropy, her support for literacy and her reputation for always treating people with kindness and respect. The murals are spread between downtown Nashville and East Nashville, so you will need a car or rideshare to see all of them. However, the Acme Feed & Seed, Hume-Fogg, and Legends Corner murals can all easily be combined while exploring downtown Nashville.
Dolly Parton Mural at Acme Feed & Seed
📍 Location: Acme Feed & Seed, 101 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: MacKenzie Moore
⭐ What You’ll See: A large-scale portrait of Dolly surrounded by colorful flowers, butterflies, rainbows and imagery inspired by the Great Smoky Mountains.
The mural covers the exterior wall of Acme Feed & Seed facing First Avenue and the Cumberland River in downtown Nashville. Its highly visible location makes it one of the easiest Dolly murals to add to any Lower Broadway itinerary.
💛 The Story Behind It: The mural was unveiled in October 2022 through a collaboration between artist MacKenzie Moore, Acme Feed & Seed and CTK Enterprises. Dolly approved the artwork, and its unveiling helped raise awareness and donations for her Imagination Library.
✨ Visit Nearby: Walk through Riverfront Park, cross the John Seigenthaler Pedestrian Bridge for skyline views, or simply explore the restaurants and enjoy the live-music venues along Lower Broadway.
Dolly’s Literacy Mural at Hume-Fogg Academic Magnet High School
📍 Location: Commerce Street side of Hume-Fogg Academic Magnet High School, 700 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: Kim Radford
⭐ What You’ll See: Dolly reading to a child while seated in a rocking chair, surrounded by butterflies, pinwheels, and bright blocks of color.
This mural differs from many of Nashville’s other Dolly tributes because it focuses on Dolly’s contributions to childhood literacy instead of her music or glamorous stage persona.
💛 The Story Behind It: Dolly’s family and management commissioned the mural in celebration of her 75th birthday. It honors the Imagination Library, the book-gifting program she created to mail free books to young children and inspire a lifelong love of reading which has given out over 330 million free books to children all over the world.
✨ Visit Nearby: Continue exploring Fifth and Broadway, visit the National Museum of African American Music, or stop at Dolly Parton’s new SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum.
Dolly Parton Mural at The 5 Spot
📍 Location: The 5 Spot, 1006 Forrest Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: Kim Radford
⭐ What You’ll See: A colorful portrait of Dolly framed by wildflowers and butterflies on the exterior of one of East Nashville’s best-known music venues.
The mural is located in the Five Points neighborhood, where independent restaurants, shops, bars and additional street art make it an easy stop to incorporate into an East Nashville afternoon.
💛 The Story Behind It: Kim Radford painted the mural in 2020 after Dolly publicly expressed support for the Black Lives Matter movement. Part of Dolly’s statement was incorporated into the artwork, turning the mural into a celebration of both her music and her message of acceptance. After the mural was vandalized in August 2026, Radford returned to restore it.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore Five Points, grab a slice at Five Points Pizza or browse the shops and restaurants around the nearby Fatherland District.
Dolly Parton Mural at Blue Door Framing
📍 Location: Blue Door Framing, 2809 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: Jules Muck, aka MuckRock
⭐ What You’ll See: A smiling portrait of Dolly with pink poppies woven through her iconic blonde hair.
This is one of my favorite Dolly murals. Look closely at the details hidden within her hair. The artist incorporated the words “Nashville” and “MuckRock” into it and additional painted poppies continue around the front of the building. It’s a beautiful work of art.
💛 The Story Behind It: California-based street artist Jules Muck painted this mural during a cross-country mural tour in October 2020. The floral portrait became another example of how artists from throughout the country have used Dolly’s image to represent joy - not just those in the South.
✨ Visit Nearby: Continue to Riverside Village for locally owned restaurants, coffee shops and boutiques, or combine this stop with the other nearby murals and attractions around East Nashville.
Dolly Parton in the Legends Corner Mural
📍 Location: Legends Corner, 428 Broadway, Nashville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: Tim Davis
⭐ What You’ll See: Dolly appears alongside other famous country-music stars in a large exterior mural celebrating Nashville’s musical history.
Unlike the other murals, this mural is not devoted exclusively to Dolly. Rather, she’s portrayed alongside other iconic and influential country performers. It’s a true reflection of Dolly’s place in Nashville music history.
💛 The Story Behind It: Artist Tim Davis has periodically updated the Legends Corner mural to recognize different country-music performers and reflect changes within the industry. Dolly’s inclusion places her among the artists who helped define Music City for generations of listeners.
✨ Visit Nearby: Walk through the alley to the Ryman Auditorium located practically next door, visit Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge (the purple building in the background), or explore the historic honky-tonks all along Lower Broadway. It’s also just a short walk to the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Dolly Parton Murals Across Tennessee
Outside Nashville, you can find Dolly Parton murals throughout Tennessee celebrating different chapters of her life—from her humble beginnings in Sevierville and early performances in Knoxville to the lasting influence she has had across her home state.
Red’s Café Mural in Sevierville
📍 Location: Beside The Appalachian, 129 Bruce Street, Sevierville, Tennessee
🎨 Artists: Ben Harrison (now known as Zaxerl) and Seth Bishop of Smoky Mountain Mural Co.
⭐ What You’ll See: A nostalgic diner scene featuring a young blonde girl enjoying a hamburger at the counter.
💛 The Story Behind It: Red’s Café opened in 1946, the same year Dolly was born. It was one of her favorite childhood restaurants, and the mural represents her memories of visiting the café while growing up in Sevier County.
This mural recreates the warmth of a small-town diner showing the young girl seated beneath a Red’s Café sign and surrounded by details recalling mid-century Sevierville. Although the child represents a young Dolly, a local girl served as the model for the painting.
✨ Visit Nearby: Walk to the Sevier County Courthouse to see the famous bronze Dolly Parton statue, then explore the shops and restaurants in historic downtown Sevierville.
The Pines Mural in Sevierville
📍 Location: Corner of Court Avenue and Joy Street, on the outside of The Pines in downtown Sevierville, Tennessee
🎨 Artist: Seth Bishop
⭐ What You’ll See: A colorful tribute to Tennessee music featuring Dolly Parton alongside Roy Acuff, Archie Campbell, June Carter Cash, and Chet Atkins.
The mural resembles a colorful vintage postcard, with portraits of five legendary performers framed by musical notes and iconic Sevierville landmarks. Dolly appears prominently in the center of the mural as if symbolizing her deep connection to this spot where her professional journey truly began.
💛 The Story Behind It: The building was once The Pines Theatre, where 10-year-old Dolly gave her very first paid performance in 1956. It was part of the Cas Walker Farm and Home Hour. The mural honors her milestone as well as the other country-music legends connected to this historic venue.
✨ Visit Nearby: Step inside The Pines for duckpin bowling, retro games, food and drinks. Dolly’s courthouse statue and the other attractions of downtown Sevierville are also within walking distance.
✨ While You’re in Sevierville: Dollywood is only a short drive from downtown Sevierville. The theme park celebrates Dolly’s Appalachian upbringing through music, traditional crafts, family attractions, and exhibits devoted to her life and career, making it a an especially fitting, natural addition to a Dolly-themed Tennessee itinerary.
Strong Alley Dolly Mural in Knoxville
📍 Location: Strong Alley near 32 Market Square, Knoxville, Tennessee
🎨 Artists: Originally painted by Colton Valentine then later restored by Megan Lingerfelt
⭐ What You’ll See: A colorful portrait of Dolly Parton wiht her iconic blonde curls, denim clothing, and a monarch butterfly.
Dolly’s expressive portrait fills the narrow downtown alley with color, while the denim, butterfly and floral details reflect her recognizable Tennessee style. It has become one of the most popular photo stops within Knoxville’s collection of rotating street art.
💛 The Story Behind It: The mural was painted in 2019, then restored and enhanced after being vandalized in 2020. Its Knoxville location is especially fitting because Dolly appeared on Cas Walker’s radio and television programs as a child which helped to introduce her and her beautiful voice to audiences all across East Tennessee.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore the restaurants and shops around Market Square, see a show at the historic Tennessee Theatre, or walk to World’s Fair Park and the Sunsphere.
Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop Murals in Cornersville
📍 Location: Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop, off Interstate 65 at Exit 22 in Cornersville, Tennessee
🎨 Featured Artist: Tennessee muralist Britt Flood
⭐ What You’ll See: The travel stop includes multiple Dolly-inspired works of art. One of the most spectacular is the 13 x 40-foot Butterfly Lullaby (Mountain Gospel) mural with a central butterfly over a guitar where visitors can stand between the wings for a fun photo opp.
The oversized artwork was designed to be more than a traditional roadside mural. Visitors can pose between the butterfly’s wings then explore additional Dolly-inspired installations and photographs.
💛 The Story Behind It: The mural connects the rolling pastures and horse country of Middle Tennessee with the ridgelines of the Great Smoky Mountains, representing both the location of the travel stop and the East Tennessee landscape where Dolly grew up. The butterfly reflects one of Dolly’s most recognizable symbols and creates a welcoming moment for travelers passing through.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore the other Dolly-themed displays throughout the travel stop, including a replica tour bus, vintage pickup truck and colorful music-inspired walkway. For a longer stop, continue to nearby Henry Horton State Park for hiking
Dolly Parton Murlas Around the South
Dolly’s influence extends far beyond Tennessee. Murals throughout the South celebrate her unmistakable style, Appalachian roots, love story, generosity and lasting place in American culture. Here are some of the more prominent ones.
Dolly Parton Mural in Lexington, Kentucky
📍 Location: Outside The Kentucky Shop, 1099 West High Street, Lexington, Kentucky
🎨 Artist: Unknown
⭐ What You’ll See: A colorful portrait of Dolly displayed among the Kentucky-inspired murals covering the shop’s historic property.
Although smaller than some of her other murals, Dolly’s bright portrait adds plenty of personality to the collection. The surrounding public art, vintage building and old-fashioned Kentucky shop make this more than a quick roadside photo stop.
💛 The Story Behind It: The Kentucky Shop renovated its buildings between 2018 and 2022, and gradually started adding murals that honored regional culture while giving the historic property a colorful new identity. Dolly’s portrait reflects her deep connection to Appalachia and the widespread impact of her Imagination Library across the state.
✨ Visit Nearby: Browse The Kentucky Shop, then continue to Lexington’s nearby Distillery District for restaurants, bourbon, entertainment, and other public works of art.
Dolly Parton and RuPaul Mural in Asheville, North Carolina
📍 Location: Beauty Parade, 783 Haywood Road, Asheville, North Carolina
🎨 Artist: Gus Cutty
⭐ What You’ll See: Larger-than-life portraits of Dolly Parton and RuPaul surrounded by oversized pastel flowers on the side of the Beauty Parade salon.
This beautiful, colorful mural brings together two Southern icons known for glamorous style, towering blonde hair, unforgettable performances, and messages of self-expression and self-love. Their dazzling smiles have become one of Asheville’s most recognizable pieces of public art.
💛 The Story Behind It: Gus Cutty painted Dolly’s portrait in 2018, from a vintage photograph that provided inspiration. He added RuPaul in 2021. The work is a playful celebration of individuality and acceptance featuring two incredible performers who transformed their Southern roots into global influence.
✨ Visit Nearby: Continue exploring Haywood Road for colorful murals, cute shops, breweries, coffeehouses, and locally owned restaurants throughout West Asheville.
“Tie the Knot” Dolly Parton Mural in Ringgold, Georgia
📍 Location: 20 Tennessee Street, near the corner of Nashville and Tennessee streets in downtown Ringgold, Georgia
🎨 Artist: Kim Radford
⭐ What You’ll See: A 24-foot-high, 60-foot-wide portrait of Dolly surrounded by colorful flowers and butterflies, with imagery referencing her marriage to Carl Dean.
This mural transforms the exterior of The Spot Creamery into a bright celebration of Dolly’s love story and her long marriage to the love of her life. Its vivid colors and whimsical detail make it one of downtown Ringgold’s most distinctive photo ops.
💛 The Story Behind It: In May 1966, the young and in love Dolly Parton and Carl Dean traveled to Ringgold to get married in a private ceremony. The city commissioned this mural in recognition of their 56th wedding anniversary, and artist Kim Radford named it Tie the Knot to celebrate Ringgold’s special place in their decades-long love story.
✨ Visit Nearby: Stop for a treat at The Spot Creamery, explore the shops of downtown Ringgold, and visit the historic Ringgold Depot. The city also celebrates its connection to Dolly with its annual Dolly Days festivities.
“Dolly’s Outta This World” Mural in Tampa, Florida
📍 Location: 1721 North Franklin Street, Tampa, Florida
🎨 Artist: Cameron Parker aka Painkiller Cam
⭐ What You’ll See: Dolly sitting atop a bright yellow star surrounded by a purple galaxy and the words “Dolly’s Outta This World.”
The cosmic background and vivid colors give this mural a dreamy, larger-than-life feel. Her rhinestone-covered outfit, signature blonde hair, and glowing yellow star stand out dramatically against the deep-purple wall emphasizing her larger-than-life personality.
💛 The Story Behind It: Cameron Parker completed the mural in August 2026, shortly before Dolly’s death. The artist wanted to celebrate Dolly and “give her her flowers” while she could still see the tribute. Before her passing, Parker said the team at Dollywood reached out to him to tell him that Dolly had seen photos of the mural and appreciate it, but she never had the opportunity to see it in person.
✨ Visit Nearby: Continue to Armature Works for dining and riverfront views, then explore the Tampa Riverwalk, Water Works Park, and other attractions near downtown Tampa.
Dolly Parton Murals Across America
Dolly’s influence can be found not only in murals across the South but far beyond across the country. They celebrate everything from her music and glamorous style to her support for minority communities, childhood literacy, medical research, and the everyday people who make a difference.
#EdgewaterDolly Mural in Chicago, Illinois
📍 Location: The Lytle House, 5517 North Broadway, Chicago, Illinois
🎨 Artist: Michelle Lytle
⭐ What You’ll See: A large black-and-white portrait of Dolly painted across a rust-colored entrance gate to the Lytle House.
The monochromatic design of this mural gives Dolly’s familiar features and voluminous hair a striking graphic-like quality. The unexpected portrait has become a popular backdrop for professional photographs, impromptu photo shoots, and even weddings held at The Lytle House.
💛 The Story Behind It: Michelle Lytle originally painted the gate after it was repeatedly targeted by graffiti. A lifelong fan, she chose Dolly because she admired her music, generosity, and support for the LGBTQ+ community. The mural became known as #EdgewaterDolly, and Lytle continues to touch it up when needed.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore the restaurants and independent businesses along Broadway, visit the neighboring Andersonville district, or continue east to Chicago’s lakefront and Foster Beach.
“Always Love” Dolly Parton Mural in Frisco, Texas
📍 Location: Apple Blvd Boutique, 8760 Seventh Street, Frisco, Texas
🎨 Artist: Patrick Ganino
⭐ What You’ll See: A portrait of Dolly set against a bright-pink wall with butterflies and the words“Always Love.”
This portrait of Dolly with a vivid pink background and giant lettering reflects her colorful personality and style.
💛 The Story Behind It: Patrick Ganino completed the mural in September 2021. Its “Always Love” message recalls Dolly’s classic song “I Will Always Love You,” which she originally wrote as a farewell to Porter Wagoner when she decided to end their professional partnership and pursue her own career.
✨ Visit Nearby: Check out the Apple Blvd Boutique where the mural appears, then discoveyr nearby restaurants and shops as well as other the other public art in Frisco’s historic Rail District.
Dolly Parton Frontline Workers Mural in Costa Mesa, California
📍 Location: 719 West 19th Street, Costa Mesa, California
🎨 Artist: David Gilmore
⭐ What You’ll See: A larger than life mural of Dolly with her arms extended, surrounded by white doves, lilies, pink flowers and radiant beams of light.
Measuring approximately 19 feet high and 52 feet wide, the mural presents Dolly as a luminous, almost angelic figure. Gilmore combined photographs of her at different ages to create the final portrait.
💛 The Story Behind It: Unveiled in March 2021, the mural was dedicated to frontline workers who served their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dolly was selected in part because her $1 million donation to Vanderbilt University Medical Center supported research that contributed to the development of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore the restaurants, galleries and independent businesses of Westside Costa Mesa, visit nearby Lions Park or continue a few miles to Newport Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
Dolly Parton Mural in San Diego, California
📍 Location: Avalon Tattoo II, 3039 Adams Avenue at Ohio Street, San Diego, California
🎨 Artists: Sharky and Hassler (additional details painted by Avalon Tattoo owner Buchanan)
⭐ What You’ll See: A black-and-white mural of Dolly with flowing hair, hoop earrings, and intricate tattoo-style artwork covering her neck.
This mural combines Dolly’s recognizable glamour with a creative twist inspired by the tattoo shop where it’s located. Although rendered almost entirely in black and white, its dramatic shading and intricate details give it as much visual impact as the more brightly colored murals across the country.
💛 The Story Behind It: Avalon Tattoo’s owner commissioned the mural because he viewed Dolly as the quintessential American success story. She was a performer who rose from poverty and humble beginnings, and remained incredibly generous, authentic, and relatable to ordinary people. He later added the eagle and stars himself as a personal tribute to her.
✨ Visit Nearby: Explore the locally owned restaurants, breweries, coffeehouses, and shops along Adams Avenue in Normal Heights Continue to nearby North Park for additional murals and street art.
In addition to all of the stunning murals across the countries, Dolly Parton fans can also visit historic performance venues, recording studios, museums, and attractions connected to different chapters of her life and career. Here are a few of the more popular ones.
🦋 Dollywood and The Dolly Parton Experience at Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee - Dollywood is Dolly Parton’s theme park in the Great Smoky Mountains near where she grew up. It combines roller coasters and family attractions with live music, traditional Appalachian crafts, Southern food, and stories inspired by her childhood. There's even a museum called The Dolly Parton Experience where you can explore costumes, personal artifacts, photographs, and other interactive exhibits that trace her journey from the small cabin in East Tennessee she grew up into her legendary international stardom.
🩷 Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum – Nashville, Tennessee: Scheduled to open in fall 2026, SongTeller is Dolly’s new downtown Nashville hotel celebrating her music, storytelling, unmistakable style and Southern hospitality. The 245-room property will include live-music venues, restaurants and Dolly-inspired details. Its third-floor Life of Many Colors Museum will feature more than 20,000 square feet of personal artifacts, stories and immersive exhibits tracing her journey from the Great Smoky Mountains to international stardom. Museum tickets are available for visits beginning September 29, 2026.
🦋 Dolly’s Tennessee Mountain Home at Dollywood – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: This replica of Dolly’s childhood cabin was built by her brother Bobby with guidance from their mother. Family furnishings and personal details help visitors understand what life was like for Dolly and her 11 siblings who grew up without electricity or running water.
🩷 The Dream Box at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: Displayed in the resort lobby, this locked wooden box contains an unreleased Dolly song titled My Place in History. The song is scheduled to remain sealed until Dolly’s 100th birthday in 2046.
🩷 Historic RCA Studio B – Nashville, Tennessee: Dolly recorded some of her most famous songs here, including “Jolene,” “Coat of Many Colors” and “I Will Always Love You.” Guided tours depart from the Country Music Hall of Fame and allow visitors to stand inside Nashville’s legendary “Home of 1,000 Hits.”
🦋 Ryman Auditorium – Nashville, Tennessee: The original home of the Grand Ole Opry. Dolly became a member of the Grand Ole Opry on the Ryman stage in 1969. Visitors can tour the historic venue, see music memorabilia, and stand on one of country music’s most famous stages.
🩷 Grand Ole Opry – Nashville, Tennessee: Dolly made her Opry debut at only 13 years old and became an official member a decade later. A backstage tour shares stories about the performers who helped shape the institution’s history.
🦋 Dolly’s Star on the Music City Walk of Fame – Nashville, Tennessee: Dolly received her star in 2009. It can be found in Walk of Fame Park across from the Country Music Hall of Fame making it an easy stop while exploring downtown Nashville.
🩷 Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame Star – Hollywood, California: Dolly received her star in the Recording category on June 14, 1984. You can find it at 6712 Hollywood Boulevard on the south side of the street, near many of Hollywood’s best-known theaters and attractions.
🦋 Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum – Nashville, Tennessee: The museum regularly displays artifacts connected to Dolly’s career. The special exhibition Dolly Parton: Journey of a Seeker, featuring costumes, handwritten lyrics, instruments, awards and photographs, is scheduled to remain open through October 4, 2026.
🩷 Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and Life of Many Colors Museum – Nashville, Tennessee: Scheduled to open in September 2026, the new downtown hotel will include Dolly-inspired rooms, restaurants, live music and a 20,000-square-foot museum devoted to her life and career.
🦋 Dolly Parton’s Stampede – Pigeon Forge, Tennessee: This dinner attraction combines horseback riding, music, elaborate costumes and special effects. It is less biographical than the other locations but remains one of Dolly’s best-known entertainment ventures.
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