One year ago, we lost Michael Archer, the artist the world knew as D'Angelo. Join us as we mark one year since his passing with a day of listening, remembrance and celebration. All day in Amplify, our museum store: Remember The Sound: On the Feeling of D'Angelo, the audio documentary by Dr. Wesley J. Watkins, […]
Join Orchestra Noir at The National Museum of African American Music for The Culture 2000 Tour II: An Inside Look -- an intimate preview of the music, story, and cultural vision behind Orchestra Noir's latest tour. As Orchestra Noir celebrates 10 years of redefining what an orchestra can look, sound, and feel like, this special […]
Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ, Smoke! DJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene, known for blending contemporary beats with […]
The National Museum of African American Music Presents In The Pocket A Celebration with Lee Garrett Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Amplify Lounge | National Museum of African American Music Join the National Museum of African American Music for a special edition of In The Pocket, celebrating the life, music, […]
Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ, Smoke! DJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene, known for blending contemporary beats with […]
Memphis’ emerging sound joins forces with Nashville's, and NMAAM is capturing this unforgettable story on an unforgettable night. The National Museum of African American Music and TappedIN 901 proudly present First Note: For the Love of R&B, a groundbreaking show created to magnify the musical connection between two of Tennessee's creative hubs. Born from a […]
Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ, Smoke! DJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene, known for blending contemporary beats with […]
R&B Bingo - Bingo like you've never seen before! Presented by the National Museum of African American Music Turn up the volume and turn back time during R&B WEEKEND at the National Museum of African American Music — a full weekend of celebrating the rhythm, soul, and legacy of R&B music! One of the weekend’s […]
Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days, sponsored by our generous partner, the Nissan Foundation. Free Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month, enjoy complimentary access to the museum galleries. On these days, simply show up, check in at the front desk, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of […]
SOUNDS IN CINEMA Where film meets music history. Join us for curated documentary screenings that explore the intersection of African American music and cinema, featuring authentic industry conversations and special guest appearances. Part of our Nissan Free Wednesdays programming, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists, producers, and music professionals who created the […]
Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ, Smoke! DJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene, known for blending contemporary beats with […]
Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM for Heartbeat Saturday, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our resident DJ, Smoke! DJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene, known for blending contemporary beats with […]