March 12, 2024

Bluegrass Stamp First Day of Issue

Friday event at Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Bluegrass Forever stamp

What:

The U.S. Postal Service will commemorate the rich history of bluegrass music in the United States. The stamp dedication ceremony will occur before Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame inductee Ricky Skaggs’ concert.

News of the stamp is being shared with the hashtag #BluegrassStamp.

Who:

Chief Customer and Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President Steven W. Monteith

When:

Friday, March 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Central time zone

Where:

Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Museum (bluegrasshall.org/)
311 W 2nd St
Owensboro, KY 42301

RSPV:

Those interested in attending, should RSVP at usps.com/bluegrassstamp

Background:

Bluegrass is a singularly American music style, bluegrass blends old-time folk and fiddle music with elements of the blues, jazz, country and gospel. Born in the mid-20th century, bluegrass defies time, drawing inspiration from the past while also openly embracing innovation.

The signature sound of bluegrass relies on a mix of acoustic string instruments. The five-string banjo dominates and, along with guitar, mandolin, and bass, sets the rhythmic foundation of this often fast-paced music. Fiddle, mandolin, banjo, and guitar evoke a range of melodic flavors and emotions in their solos and backup.

Postal Products

Customers may purchase stamps and other philatelic products through the Postal Store at usps.com/shopstamps, by calling 844-737-7826, by mail through USA Philatelic or at Post Office locations nationwide. For officially licensed stamp products, shop the USPS Officially Licensed Collection on Amazon.

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