There is no change to our hours of operation for Independence Day weekend. We are open 12PM - 5PM on Sunday, July 5th.
This is more than a celebration. It’s a tribute to the voices, vision, and lasting impact of Black music across generations.
Kick off Black Music Month with an exclusive benefit soirée celebrating legacy, sound, and purpose in support of NMAAM’s mission and curatorial work.
Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and P-Funk founder George Clinton joins NMAAM for a special live taping of We Sound Crazy.
NMAAM’s annual CMA Fest showcase returns, celebrating the Black roots and future of country music through live performances and community storytelling.
Blending soul, country, blues, funk, gospel, and rock ’n’ roll, Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife is a powerful reflection on legacy, resilience, humor, and creativity from an artist whose story continues to evolve.
Presented by Wilson Bank & Trust, First Note celebrates Black creators, storytellers, and culture-shapers moving music and media forward.
Join us for Soul Food Sundays gospel brunch celebrating music, fellowship, and the legacy of Black sacred sound. This week’s featured church choir is SANGTUARY.
NMAAM’s Institutional Summit brings together cultural leaders, partners, and music history stakeholders for conversations centered on legacy, impact, and the future of Black music preservation.
Grammy Award-winning artist PJ Morton opens his world-premiere exhibition at NMAAM with artifacts, a documentary screening, listening party, exclusive merchandise pop-up, and early vinyl release experience.
Celebrate Juneteenth with a free community day honoring freedom, music, history, and culture through family-friendly experiences and special programming.
10:00 am – 5:00 pm, we will be in the museum.
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, we will be at Centennial Park!
Join us for Soul Food Sundays gospel brunch celebrating music, fellowship, and the legacy of Black sacred sound. This week’s featured church choir is Legacy Live!
FRONT ROW returns to NMAAM with a one-night-only honor and an intimate live conversation with Black Music Month Soundtrack Marshal, Mýa, known for her multi-platinum R&B hits, including classics like “Case of the Ex” and “Lady Marmalade”. Mother of Black Music Month, Dyana Williams, will interview this year’s Soul-of-the-90s honoree about her long career and her new album, Retrospect.
Close out the month with a final Soul Food Sundays gospel brunch celebrating music, fellowship, and the legacy of Black sacred sound. This week’s featured church choir is Olive Branch!
Become a member of the National Museum of African American Music and experience the soundtrack of Black music history all year long.
Membership offers more than admission — it is an invitation to deeper access, meaningful cultural experiences, and a closer connection to the stories, artists, and legacy that continue to shape the American soundtrack.
Enjoy year-round museum access, exclusive member benefits, early and discounted access to signature programming and special events, invitations to member-only experiences, and opportunities to engage with one of the nation’s most vibrant cultural institutions in an even more personal way.