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National Museum of African American Music: Entry Ticket

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Highlights

Embark on a captivating journey at NMAAM to uncover the profound impact of African American music on the American soundscape. Commence your exploration in the Roots Theater, delving into the rich tapestry of West and Central African culture, the legacy of slavery, and the evolution of a distinct African American musical tradition.

Chart the entire chronology of African American music at the River of Rhythms Pathways. Engage with animated interactive touch panels that trace the origins of musical traditions, spanning from southern gospel and blues to contemporary R&B and hip-hop.

Delve deeper into pivotal moments in history that have shaped the music and its iconic stars. Explore a treasure trove of instruments, stage costumes, sheet music, and more across five immersive exhibits. Uncover the profound influence of key movements such as the Harlem Renaissance, jazz, and post-war R&B.

Take a voyage through seven galleries and explore the history of African American music and the multiple genres it helped to create
See a collection of artifacts and memorabilia that reflect the culture of African American music, from instruments to photography
Learn about the American soundtrack through the museum’s mixture of history and interactive technology that brings musical legends back into the limelight

What's included

INCLUDED

Admission to the museum
Tour of the museum in English

Additional information

Must Know
Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult
Free museum admission the first Wednesday of every month
Pre Purchase
Kids under 6 can enter for free, no ticket needed
All service animals recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are welcome. Emotional support animals are not permitted
Usage
Please exchange your smartphone voucher for a paper ticket at the ticketing desk
For military, teacher, and student tickets a valid ID is required
Post Purchase
Food and non-alcoholic drinks can be brought into the museum, but no food or drink is permitted in the galleries
Smoking is not permitted
No weapons allowed; this includes pepper spray, knives and stun guns
Still photography is allowed as long as it is for private, non-commercial use. Flash photography, selfie sticks and tripods are not permitted
Good To Know
Wheelchair Access: Yes
Guide Languages: English
Last Admission Window: 1:30:00
Advance Arrival Time: 0:15:00
Luggage, carry-on bags, or oversized backpacks are not permitted in the museum. Storage available on-site
Video recording is not allowed
Opening Hours
Saturday : Start time: 10:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Sunday : Start time: 12:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Monday : Closed.
Tuesday : Start time: 10:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Wednesday: Start time: 10:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Thursday : Start time: 10:00 - End Time: 17:00.
Friday : Start time: 10:00 - End Time: 17:00.

Location

Venue
National Museum of African American Music, 510 Broadway, TN 37203
Meeting Point
510 Broadway

Provider

National Museum of African American Music

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