Thousands of NRA Members Converging in Nashville for 144th NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibits

by
posted on April 9, 2015
** When you buy products through the links on our site, we may earn a commission that supports NRA's mission to protect, preserve and defend the Second Amendment. **
annual_meetings_tenn.jpg

The countdown to the NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits is in full swing as the NRA gets set to open the exhibit hall doors tomorrow at 9 a.m. for the 144th NRA Annual Meetings and Exhibits at Nashville’s Music City Center. Drawing more than 550 exhibitors and spanning 450,000 square feet of interior and exterior exhibit hall space, the MidwayUSA-sponsored event offers something for everyone between the aisles of exhibits, educational seminars, and outfitters onsite ready to book your next hunting adventure. Visit with your favorite manufacturers, view priceless firearm collections in the gun collector area and buy your raffle ticket for The NRA Foundation’s Wall of Guns all while mingling with fellow NRA members. The Exhibit Hall is open Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. and on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

While you’re at it, enjoy fun in the sun at the NRA Freedom Festival along Fifth Avenue in front of the main entrance to the Music City Center. Festival festivities start today at 2 p.m. and run until the show closes on Sunday at 5 p.m. The event features interactive displays including multiple laser shooting ranges, vehicle displays, two pavilions of exhibits and freestanding booth space for exhibitors. The festival will also feature an NRA Country Side Stage with live music featuring local talent and a few big names each day, plus an 800 seat outdoor café! See you there!

Latest

W H2026 03 Eastturkey IMG 7028
W H2026 03 Eastturkey IMG 7028

Keys to the Eastern Turkey Hunt

A turkey is a turkey regardless of subspecies, sure, but best hunting tactics often vary depending on geographical location due to the birds’ varying behavior. Translated, killing turkeys back East is different than killing them out West. Check out some Eastern-specific tips below, and stay tuned for a follow-up targeted at our Western readers.

Montana and Utah Celebrating 125th Anniversaries

Two 125th Anniversaries are occurring this year, the first being for the entire Montana FWP, and the second being a key piece of property in the history of the Utah DWR.

First Look: Vortex Viper Shotgun Enclosed Micro Green Dot

Purpose-built for turkey hunting and wingshooting, the Vortex Viper Shotgun Enclosed Micro Red Dot line now adds a green reticle option for those who prefer it in certain lighting and shooting conditions.

First Look: Blocker Outdoors Finisher Series

Blocker Outdoors' Finisher Series is a one stop shop for turkey hunters looking to streamline their clothing and gear in the field. Read on for some of the top pieces in this lineup, designed to keep hunters cool and comfortable, while maintaining easy access to essentials.

Know How: Shed Hunting Hellholes

Mark Kayser's fascination with shed antler hellholes kicked off and continues today in whitetail country. Not satisfied with the occasional shed antler found in stubble fields, hay grounds and open pastures, he turned his attention to the thickest, steepest and nastiest geography in the whitetail woods. Here’s why you should consider putting on your big boy pants for a deep dive into the extremes for shed antler rewards.

New for 2026: Federal X Henry Birthday Boy Collector's Edition Ammo

For 2026, Federal Ammunition has partnered with Henry Repeating Arms to produce a collector's series ammunition. This limited-edition load was developed for Henry's commemorative .45-70 Government Golden Boy lever-action rifle, touted as the Birthday Boy.

Interests



Get the best of American Hunter delivered to your inbox.