This was derived from individual contributors, from sanctioned benefit shows, and from funds raised at the annual International Steel Guitar Convention in St.
[2] Scott is one of the founders who, for over 40 years conducted an annual international steel guitar convention[3][4] featuring a fund-raising concert for the organization by renowned guitarists.
The plaques were cast by sculptor Chris Unterseher[7] in bronze bas-relief, depicting a likeness of the inductee followed by a brief résumé of his accomplishments.
[8] The organization contains inductees from outside the U.S.[9] and is sometimes referred to as the "International Steel Guitar Hall of Fame" to distinguish it from various regional associations.
[2] The first woman to become a member was Barbara Mandrell in 2009[10] An ongoing goal of the hall of fame is to secure a permanent museum site to display artifacts and plaques.