Chasing Rainbows Museum

Chasing Rainbows Museum is a museum in Pigeon Forge with displays from Dolly Parton's career, including personal possessions, stage costumes, and awards spanning several decades. The collection features interactive displays, video presentations, and objects from her private archives that trace her artistic growth.

The museum opened in 2002 and sits within Dollywood theme park, occupying space where a restaurant once stood. It documents Dolly Parton's journey from starting out in Tennessee to becoming an international music figure.

The museum shows how Dolly Parton shaped country music and what her work means to people who listen to it. Visitors see her handwritten song lyrics and stage outfits that tell the story of her connection to the music world.

The museum is located within Dollywood park and offers several ways to explore the exhibits and learn more about the artist. It works best to arrive early so you have time to move through the interactive sections without rushing.

One striking find in the collection is a laundry slip where Dolly Parton wrote the famous song "Coat of Many Colors." This ordinary object shows how the artist captured her most creative moments, regardless of where she was.

Location: Tennessee

Inception: 2002

Operator: Dollywood

Website: http://dollywood.com/themepark/rides/Chasing-Rainbows.aspx

GPS coordinates: 35.79512,-83.53503

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:55