Plan Your Visit

NMAAM is the only museum dedicated to educating and preserving music that was created, influenced, and inspired by African Americans. Each gallery is designed to share a different narrative and unique perspective on African American music and history, highlighting genres of music that includes gospel, blues, jazz, rhythm and blues (R&B), and hip-hop. 

We’re thrilled to have you join us for an immersive journey through the rich heritage and powerful impact of African American music.

Our museum will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Museum hours and days are subject to change.

To provide the fullest museum experience, the last entry for all guests, including groups, is 4 PM.

• Online tickets are non-refundable but are valid for one year after your purchase date
• Discounts are available in person for seniors, AARP cardholders, military, first responders, educators, students, and children between 5 and 17 years of age
• Children ages 4 and under are free

Each general admission ticket includes an RFID Interactive Wristband. The wristband allows you to capture your favorite exhibits with a simple tap, create a personalized digital playlist to enjoy at home, access exclusive content based on your museum journey, and take home a communication keepsake of your visit.

FREE ADMISSION DAYS

Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days, sponsored by our generous partners:

• Nissan Free Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month, enjoy complimentary access to the museum galleries; excludes access to Jubilation!
• RFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days
  

GROUP SALES

• Groups of 10 – 19, please contact our team at groupsales@nmaam.org
• Groups of 20 or more, please contact our third-party group sales provider at groupsales-clearbrook@nmaam.org
  
  

Entrances to the museum are located on Broadway and Rep. John Lewis Way. Elevator access is located at the Rep. Lewis Way entrance. Please see a NMAAM staff member if you or a member of your party needs assistance with the elevator and/or use of a wheelchair. 

Parking

598 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203

We proudly partner with Metropolis for convenient parking directly beneath the museum. Please download the Metropolis app and set up your payment details before your visit for a quick, hassle-free experience.

• Flat rate of just $22! For museum visits and events 
• No complicated validation process 
• Simply visit the validation kiosk in our lobby before departing  

This special rate is exclusively for NMAAM visitors and must be validated on the day of your visit.

For more information, refer to our FAQs

Log in with your membership credentials to access your complimentary tickets based on your membership level. If you haven’t registered, please use the “Register” button to create your login.

• If you’re bringing guests, please use the appropriate non-member tickets
• On these days, simply show up and immerse yourself in the history and influence of African American music at no cost!
  

This curated path builds rhythmically, offering a deeply moving, genre-spanning exploration of music, memory, and cultural legacy.