Museums

Tickets to National Museum of African American Music in Nashville

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Entrance fees included

Kids go free

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Why you’ll love this…

Visit the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans
Check out the expertly-curated collections that share the story of the American soundtrack by integrating history and interactive technology to bring the musical heroes of the past into the present
Watch a film presentation for an overview of West and Central African cultures and the institution of slavery
Learn about the history and influence of the blues in the post-slavery period in the Deep South and Mississippi Delta

What to expect

The National Museum of African American Music is the premier global destination for music lovers of all generations that inspires, educates, and transforms your appreciation of American Music. NMAAM has acquired over 1,500 artifacts from groundbreaking artists who have topped the charts and significantly changed the trajectory of music. These artifacts speak to the many music genres created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. Artifact examples include:

African instruments
Alicia Keys kimono
DJ Kool Herc designer Converse sneakers
Dorothy Dandridge gown
Keb’ Mo’ guitar
Kirk Whalum Saxophone with case covered with stamps from his many travels
Lisa Lopes (TLC) outfit
Paul Roberson “Emperor Jones” poster
Sammy Davis Jr. three-piece tweed suit
Teddy Pendergrass Three-Piece Suit, Framed Gold Record, and framed photos
Leopard-print dress from the collection of Whitney Houston

What's included

Self-guided tour
Entrance fees

What's not included

Parking

Where

510 Broadway, Nashville TN 37203

Meeting point:

National Museum of African American Music. Located at the intersection of 5th Avenue and Broadway in Downtown Nashville, TN.

What to remember

The local kiosk does not have a grab-and-go food option
The gift shop sells only water
The museum store features a variety of unique and custom gifts and collectibles
The National Museum of African American Music is an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant facility. Auxiliary aids and services necessary to ensure guests with disabilities can be provided
All service animals recognized by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) are welcome. Emotional support animals are not permitted
Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult
Luggage, carry-on bags, or oversized backpacks are not permitted in the museum. There will be storage available for guests who bring these items
The museum is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm (last entry 4:00pm) except for Sundays when it is open from 12:00pm to 5:00pm (last entry 4:00pm)
The Museum is open daily until the 30th of September
From October 1st the museum is closed on Mondays
On Christmas Eve the museum is open from 9:00am to 1:00pm
On New Year’s Eve the museum is open from 9:00am to 12:00pm
Please note that the first Wednesday of each month is free to all guests

Provider

National Museum of African American Music

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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