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Red text reading “Music America” curves above a blue eagle holding a guitar. Below, it says “Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, Monmouth University.”

Boston Exhibit Showcasing 250 Years of American Music History Including Elvis, Michael Jackson

Black and white promotional poster for a Bruce Springsteen exhibition titled "Born to Run." Includes an image of a man with a guitar and details of the event at Passaic County Arts Center, Hawthorne, NJ, from February 26 to July 5, 2026.

Passaic County and Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music Present Born to Run at 50 Exhibit; Runs February 26 – July 5, 2026 at the Passaic County Arts Center

Red text reading “Music America” curves above a blue eagle holding a guitar. Below, it says “Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, Monmouth University.”

Call for Papers – Music America: The Sounds and Songs that Shaped Us

Event flyer for American Music Honors on April 18, 2026, Monmouth University. Honorees: The Doors, Dr. Dre, E Street Band, Patti Smith, Dionne Warwick. Event is on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Monmouth University (400 Cedar Ave West Long Branch, NJ 07764). 8:30pm is the start time and rockstar casual is the dress code. All Honorees: The Doors, Dr. Dre, The E Street Band, Patti Smith and Dionne Warwick. Musical tribute is The Band.

Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music Announces the Fourth Annual American Music Honors Recipients

Black and white photo of two people viewing museum exhibits. A bold blue overlay states, "Docent Applications Now Open." Bruce Springsteen Center mention.

Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music Announces Docent Application Process Ahead of Spring 2026 Opening

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Announces New Name: The Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music

Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame Announces New Exhibit: ‘Music America’

A group of construction workers and a man in a suit discuss architectural blueprints on-site. The man pointing at the plans wears a white hard hat and yellow safety vest, highlighting collaboration and focus in a partially constructed room.

Curatorial Corner – Kenny Chesney Visits Springsteen Archives to Discuss Heart Life Music; Tour New Center

A person with curly blond hair smiles while standing between two keyboards on a dark stage. Bright lights shine in the background, creating a vibrant atmosphere.

Curatorial Corner – NJ Hall of Fame Prepares to Honor Garden State Music Legends

A group of eight people stands together outside a house on a sunny day, smiling warmly. Trees and the house create a welcoming, friendly atmosphere.

Curatorial Corner – “The Times They Are A-Changin’”

Rendering of a modern museum exhibit featuring labeled sections such as Sacred, Rap, Classical, and Race, with display cases and informational panels; two figures stand observing.

Curatorial Corner – A Home Here in New Jersey

Cover for the Inkwell Coffee House, formerly in West Long Branch NJ

Join the Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music and The Long Branch Arts and Cultural Center for an Engaging Discussion on Springsteen and the West End Scene

Bruce Springsteen and band singing at the American Music Honors 2025

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Presents: The Premier Screening of American Music Honors 2025

Bruce Springsteen TIME Magazine cover - 2025

Curatorial Corner – The Passage of TIME

Echoes Across the Border - Promotional Graphic

National Music Centre Announces Music Summit, Concert and Film Screening in Celebration of the Lauren Canyon Era on October 4 & 5

Blue Hawk Records album cover for Born to Run - Reimagined

Monmouth University Students Reimagine “Born to Run” in Anniversary Tribute

Bruce Springsteen, Born to Run promo image

Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Announces: Born to Run – A Jersey Shore Celebration Concert

Max Weinberg promotional poster for The Stone Pony Summer Stage

Max Weinberg on The Stone Pony Summer Stage

Alt text: "Poster for 'Springsteen in Long Branch' exhibition, exploring the story of 'Born to Run.' Monochrome photo of a man with a guitar. Exhibit dates: Aug 18 - Nov 15, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm. Free admission, no reservations needed. Collaborated with Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music. Location: Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center, NJ."

New Exhibit Opens at the Long Branch Arts & Cultural Center Exploring the Iconic Album – Born to Run – Inspired & Written by Bruce Springsteen While Living in Long Branch

Bruce Springsteen Born to Run album cover outtake by Eric Meola

Born to Run at 50: Photographs by Eric Meola

Bruce Springsteen, Born to Run promo image

The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music Celebrates the Born to Run 50th Anniversary