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.
Join NMAAM for an intimate music experience featuring Guy Davis, honoring the power of blues, storytelling, and live performance.
Presented by Wilson Bank & Trust, First Note celebrates Black creators, storytellers, and culture-shapers moving music and media forward.
A Sunday brunch experience celebrating gospel music, fellowship, food, and the traditions that continue to bring communities together.
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.
An evening celebrating the music business professionals, executives, and leaders whose work helps shape and sustain the industry.
Celebrate Pride weekend with a special edition of R&B Bingo featuring music, community, and a joyful celebration of culture.
Close out the month with a final Soul Food Sundays gospel brunch celebrating music, fellowship, and the legacy of Black sacred sound.
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.