[1] The Bean Blossom festival was known for its jam sessions including well-known bluegrass musicians.
[2] The Bean Blossom Festival was founded in 1966 by Bill Monroe, who is considered by many to be the originator of the bluegrass genre.
[3] In 1973, an album of live music, titled Bean Blossom, was recorded at the festival.
[4][5] Many well-known bluegrass musicians and bands have performed at the festival,[6] including the Dry Branch Fire Squad in 1979.
[8] The festival hosts the induction ceremonies for Bill Monroe's Bluegrass Hall of Fame.