Bruce Springsteen: His Hometown

Monmouth County Historical Association 70 Court Street, Freehold, NJ, United States

“Springsteen: His Hometown” displayed over 150 unique items featuring selections from both the Monmouth County Historical Association and the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University. Items displayed included: Personal scrapbook made by Bruce Springsteen’s mother, Adele 1943 High School Yearbook of Bruce Springsteen’s mother, Adele. 19th Century Civil War document that […]

Born to Run to Broadway Exhibit

Lakehouse Academy & Recording Studio 619 Lake Avenue, Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States

Located at Lakehouse Recording Studios in Asbury Park is a recent student-curated exhibit, Born to Run to Broadway. The Springsteen album that set the stage for international success was the release of his 1975 album Born to Run. Despite releasing two critically-acclaimed prior albums, Greetings from Asbury Park and The Wild, The Innocent and The […]

Turn It Up! Ryman’s Rock Legacy

Ryman Auditorium, Nashville, TN

The exhibit, titled Turn It Up! Ryman’s Rock Legacy, showcases artifacts from some of the Ryman’s most famous rock performers––Grace Potter, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Jerry Lee Lewis, and more.

Bruce Springsteen Live!

Woody Guthrie Center

Curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music and the GRAMMY Museum®, "Bruce Springsteen Live!" provides fans with an intimate look into Springsteen’s creative process, shedding light on how he became—and remains—one of the greatest live performers in rock and roll history. As 2022 marks the 36th anniversary of Springsteen’s first live album […]

Student-Curated Pop-Up Exhibit at Monmouth University

Guggenheim Memorial Library, 1st Floor

Please join us for the opening of "The Promised Land: The Protest and Activism of Bruce Springsteen", our new exhibit curated by our student archivist, Gillian Demetriou with assistance from Connor Rupp, Evan Stackhouse, Lily Incantalupo, & Luke Shefski.   Please RSVP to Eileen Chapman echapman@spingsteenarchives.org

Bruce Springsteen LIVE!

The GRAMMY Museum Experience™ Prudential Center

INTERACTIVE EXHIBIT BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN LIVE! GRANTS EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO SPRINGSTEEN AND THE E STREET BAND’S DYNAMIC PERFORMANCES AND THE CREATIVE PROCESS THAT CRAFTED THE STORY OF ONE OF ROCK AND ROLL’S GREATEST PERFORMERS FANS ARE INVITED TO EXPLORE 49 YEARS OF SPRINGSTEEN AND E STREET BAND HISTORY THROUGH EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS, ICONIC PERFORMANCES AND ARTIFACTS FROM […]

Music America Concert: Songs That Shaped Us

Lyle Lovett, Alejandro Escovedo, Ruthie Foster, Jimmie Vaughan and Erika Wennerstrom will perform at a February 15 concert, Music America: Songs That Shaped Us. Performances kick off a new Bruce Springsteen Archives music history exhibition opening Presidents' Day weekend at the LBJ Presidential Library.

Inaugural President’s Lecture on Music History and Contemporary America

Great Hall 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, NJ, United States

EST LONG BRANCH, N.J. (April 2, 2024) – The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music at Monmouth University (BSACAM) is pleased to announce the first President’s Lecture on Music History and Contemporary America, on Thursday, April 25 at 7 p.m. in the Great Hall Auditorium on the campus of Monmouth University, 400 Cedar […]

Mississippi Delta Meets the Jersey Shore

Woods Theatre 370 Cedar Ave, Long Branch, NJ, United States

Experience the magic on Friday, June 7th at 8pm when the Mississippi Delta Meets the Jersey Shore!  Featuring LaLa and Element 88 at Woods Theatre.  Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at the Monmouth University Box Office or at the link below.  Doors open at 7pm. Show is from 8 to 10 pm.

Meet the Author at the AP Outpost!

Convention Hall 1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, United States

PHOTOGRAPHER, NICKI GERMAINE: SPRINGSTEEN: LIBERTY HALL - Saturday, August 17th at 2pm We are looking forward to several upcoming book signings at our pop-up shop in Convention Hall in Asbury Park. First up at the Springsteen AP Outpost is photographer, Nicki Germaine. Nicki's beautiful coffee table book, "Springsteen: Liberty Hall" will be available for purchase […]

Meet the Author at the AP Outpost!

Convention Hall 1300 Ocean Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, United States

NEW YORK TIMES AUTHOR, NICK CORASANITI: I DON'T WANNA GO HOME The Oral History of the Stone Pony - Saturday, August 24th at 1 pm A captivating oral history of the iconic music venue the Stone Pony and of the rise, fall, and rebirth of Asbury Park, New Jersey—featuring interviews with Bruce Springsteen, Steve Van […]

LowCut Connie To Perform at Pollak Theatre

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music is excited to announce a special, solo performance by Adam Weiner (aka LowCut Connie) on Saturday, August 24th. Doors open at 7 pm, show begins at 8 pm. The concert is being presented by the Spring-Nuts and will take place at Monmouth University’s Pollak Theatre. Tickets are $25. All […]

Conversations with our Curator – Nick Corasaniti

Virtual Event

BSACAM Curator, Melissa Ziobro, will be interviewing New York Times author, Nick Corasaniti, about his latest book, "I Don't Wanna Go Home" - An Oral History of the Stone Pony on September 4th at 7pm. This will be the 8th interview in this free, monthly virtual series in which Professor Ziobro explores new perspectives in […]

Music America: Iconic Objects from America’s Music History at Grammy Museum Mississippi

GRAMMY Museum Missippi 800 W Sunflower Rd, Cleveland, MS, United States

Following its February debut at the LBJ Presidential Library and Museum in Austin, Texas, Music America: Iconic Objects From America’s Music History will open to the public at GRAMMY Museum® Mississippi on Friday, Sept. 20. With close to 100 objects representing the best of American music, the exhibit – curated by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music (BSACAM) […]

Springsteen On Screen: From the Vault

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. (September 5, 2024) – The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music at Monmouth University (BSACAM) is pleased to announce “Springsteen on Screen: From the Vault with Thom Zimny.” This special event celebrating Bruce Springsteen’s 75th birthday will be held on Saturday, September 28 at 7:30 p.m. in Pollak Theatre on the campus of […]

A Night at the Movies! Premier Screening of 2024 American Music Honors

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music is pleased to announce the premier screening of this year's American Music Honors. The screening of this very special evening honoring American Music icons Dion, John Mellencamp, Jackson Browne, and Mavis Staples will be held on Friday, November 1st at the intimate Pollak Theatre where the […]

An Evening with Santelli & Clinch

Transparent Clinch Gallery 210 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ, United States

Join Us for an Evening of Music, Memories, and Inspiration! Asbury Park, NJ – Monmouth University’s Music and Theatre Department, in collaboration with the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music, is excited to announce as entertaining and informative evening featuring a conversation between two titans of the Asbury Park music and arts scene: […]

Second Annual President’s Lecture on Music History and Contemporary America

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music (BSACAM) at Monmouth University is pleased to announce the second annual President’s Lecture on Music History and Contemporary America, to be held on Thursday, Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. in Pollak Theatre on the campus of Monmouth University, 400 Cedar Ave., […]

A History of Hip Hop Sampling

Woods Theatre 370 Cedar Ave, Long Branch, NJ, United States

Join music journalists John Morrison and Josh Leidy for a multimedia presentation on the history of hip-hop culture and the cultural and technological evolution of sampling, followed by performances by Blue Hawk Records Student/Artists.  Co-sponsored by the BSACAM and the Monmouth University Music and Theatre Arts Department Friday, February 7 at 7 p.m. Woods Theatre at […]

Registration Open for the 2nd Annual Move On Up Gospel Event until March 30th

Registration is open for the 2nd annual Move on Up Gospel Sing-Off. The event celebrating gospel music is being presented by the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music with support from Doug Gallagher. The winning choir will receive a $10,000 award to be used to improve any aspect of its ensemble.  The runner-up […]

Tickets on sale for the 3rd Annual American Music Honors

Virtual Event

TICKETS AVAILABLE 3/25 Tickets for the 3rd Annual American Music Honors will go on sale today, Tuesday, March 25th. Tickets will be limited to two per household and can only be purchased on our website here at 12 pm Noon EST.  Create a basic account now to make checkout faster and easier. The 2025 Honorees […]

The History and Performance Practices of the Negro Spiritual

Virtual Event

In advance of our 2nd Annual Move On Up Gospel Sing-Off & Celebration on Saturday, May 10th, join us for a free, virtual program with Dr. LaToya Lain on the history and performance practices of the Negro Spiritual on Wednesday, May 7th at 7pm. Spirituals, folk songs originating from the enslaved African community, were vehicles […]

Tracks II: The Lost Albums Listening Session

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

Join the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music for an advance listen to selections from Tracks II: The Lost Albums on Thursday, June 26th at 7pm at the Pollak Theatre at Monmouth University.  The event is free and open to the public.  Advance Registration is required. The session will be curated and moderated by radio personalities Tom Cunningham […]

Tuesday Night Record Club – Crowded House “Crowded House”

Great Hall 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, NJ, United States

It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss […]

Sinners of the Pine Barrens Talk with Pine Barrens Historian Paulie Wenger

Virtual Event

Music plays a haunting role in Ryan Coogler’s 2025 horror hit Sinners, where sound serves as a conduit not just to the divine, but to something far darker. But long before the film’s release, the Pine Barrens of New Jersey had its own tale of supernatural music. In this talk, Pine Barrens historian Paulie Wenger […]

Tuesday Night Record Club – Jeff Buckley “Grace”

Great Hall 400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, NJ, United States

It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss […]

Springsteen in Long Branch Gallery Opening

The Long Branch Arts & Culture Center 577 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ, United States

LONG BRANCH - The Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center is proud to present a special exhibition in collaboration with Monmouth University and the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music. This exhibit honors Bruce Springsteen by spotlighting his formative years in Long Branch and the local roots of his iconic album “Born to […]

Springsteen in Long Branch Gallery Opening Reception

The Long Branch Arts & Culture Center 577 Broadway, Long Branch, NJ, United States

LONG BRANCH - The Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center is proud to present a special exhibition in collaboration with Monmouth University and the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music. This exhibit honors Bruce Springsteen by spotlighting his formative years in Long Branch and the local roots of his iconic album “Born to […]

“Tramps Like Us” Film Premiere

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

“Tramps Like Us” Documentary to Premiere at Monmouth University August 24th Global Story of Bruce Springsteen Fans Comes Home to the Jersey Shore. West Long Branch, NJ — Tramps Like Us, the new and highly anticipated feature-length documentary exploring the global Springsteen fan community, will hold its world premiere on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 7:30 PM at the Pollak […]

$30

Tuesday Night Record Club – Bruce Springsteen “Born to Run”

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

It’s just like book club but with albums! With new advances in technology, the way we consume music through our devices, apps and on demand streaming services like Pandora, Spotify and iTunes is making the idea of the “album” as an art form extinct. Get together with other music enthusiasts on Tuesday nights to discuss […]

Born to Run – A Jersey Shore Celebration Concert

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

This special event will bring together an incredible lineup of Jersey Shore favorites, including Vini Lopez, Williams Honor, Pat Roddy, Jake Thistle, Pat Guadagno, Richie Blackwell, and special featured performers. Many of these artists have graced past celebrations for “Greetings from Asbury Park, NJ” and “The Wild, the Innocent & the E Street Shuffle”, continuing […]

$25

An Evening with Thom Zimny: The Making of “Born to Run” Featuring Rare Footage

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

A special viewing of rare footage from the making of Born to Run and from Springsteen’s 1975 Born to Run tour, hosted by filmmaker Thom Zimny with special guest, Max Weinberg.  This viewing will be the evening of Friday, September 5, at Monmouth University’s Pollak Theatre. Tickets are $50.

$50

Main Event: “Born to Run” 50th Anniversary Symposium

Pollak Theatre 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

The Main Event is a full-day symposium that will take place on Saturday, September 6 in Monmouth University’s Pollak Theatre. The symposium will feature panels, presentations, and interviews with members of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band, as well as with journalists and historians, music industry legends, and special guests. Tickets are $150. View the official […]

$150

Max Weinberg’s Summer Celebration on The Stone Pony Summer Stage

The Stone Pony 913 Ocean Avenue, Asbury Park, NJ, United States

Due to overwhelming demand Max Weinberg’s Jukebox is moving to The Stone Pony Summer Stage on September 6! All tickets purchased for the inside show will be honored. Tickets can be purchased here.  Tickets on sale: Mon, Aug 11 • 12 PM

$67.95

Walking Tours: Visit the Home Where Bruce Springsteen Wrote “Born to Run”

West End Park 607 Ocean Ave N, Long Branch, NJ, United States

Walking tours of the West End section of Long Branch, where Springsteen lived in 1974 and 1975 when he wrote the songs that comprise Born to Run.  The September 7 tours, which include the chance to view Springsteen’s rented West End cottage, will take place at 11am and 2pm. Tickets are $40. 11am Tickets – Purchase Your […]

$40

Academic Conference: Bruce Springsteen’s “Born to Run” at 50

Monmouth University 400 Cedar Avenue, W. Long Branch, NJ, United States

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music and the Wayne D. McMurray School of Humanities and Social Sciences will be hosting an academic conference devoted to the life, work, and influence of “The Boss” in honor of the 50th anniversary of the landmark Born to Run album’s 1975 release. Tickets are $100. View the official […]

$100

Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music and Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Presents “Wasn’t That a Time: The Boston Folk Revival 1958 – 1965”

Arrow Street Arts Center 2 Arrow St, Cambridge, MA, United States

Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame and Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Presents “Wasn’t That a Time: The Boston Folk Revival 1958 – 1965” One-Day Symposium September 27, 2025, at the Arrow Street Arts Center (Boston) The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music is partnering with The Folk Americana Roots […]

$50

Echoes Across the Border: Laurel Canyon and the Northern Connection (Music Summit and Film Screening)

Studio Bell 850 4 St. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1R1, Canada

In collaboration with the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music (BSACAM), the National Music Centre (NMC) brings notable speakers to Calgary to explore the cultural synergies between Canadian and American music. Echoes Across the Border: Laurel Canyon and the Northern Connection brings together industry leaders to discuss how cross-border Canadian-U.S. influences have shaped generations of artists, […]

Echoes Across the Border: Laurel Canyon Film Screening

Studio Bell 850 4 St. SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1R1, Canada

Join us on Sunday, October 5 for a matinee screening of Laurel Canyon. The 2020 documentary gives an up-close look at the lives of the musicians who inhabited Laurel Canyon, painting an intimate portrait of the artists who created a music revolution that would change popular culture. This film screening is part of the Echoes Across the […]

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