Musicians performing at the grand opening were Linzay Young, Jason Babineaux, Shelton Manuel, and Joel Savoy. Additional musicians will added to the ranks of the Hall of Fame annually. The names of the initial inductees were announced at the grand opening of the Cajun Music Hall of Fame and Museum November 29, 1997. Family members of deceased inductees were on hand to be recognized, and many of the living musicians were there in person. The Cajun Music Hall of Fame and Museum is located next to the Eunice Museum at 240 South C.C. Duson Drive, a block east of the Liberty Theatre.
Admission is free.