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SUMMARY:Sounds In Cinema: Paul Laurence Dunbar
DESCRIPTION: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 First Free Wednesdays programming\, these screenings occasionally include live discussions with the artists\, producers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nAbout the Documentary\nPaul Laurence Dunbar: Beyond the Mask\, Lewis’s most recent documentary\, explores the life and legacy of the first African American poet to gain national and international fame. The two-hour film\, which won a regional Emmy Award\, received major funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities and Ohio Humanities. The documentary has screened at film festivals in Toronto\, San Francisco\, Los Angeles\, New York\, and Paris\, and been presented at prestigious institutions including the Library of Congress\, the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis\, and the Atlanta History Center. \n  \nAbout the Filmmaker\n\n\n\nFrederick Lewis is an Emmy Award-winning documentary filmmaker and Professor of Screenwriting & Documentary Storytelling at Ohio University’s School of Media Arts & Studies. For 14 years prior to transitioning to higher education\, Lewis worked as a producer\, writer\, and director in commercial\, cable\, and public television throughout New England. \nHis independent documentaries have aired on PBS stations across the United States and screened at more than 100 cultural and educational venues\, including the National Gallery of Art\, the Library of Congress\, the National Civil Rights Museum\, and the Muhammad Ali Center. His work has taken him from Russia and Greenland to Argentina\, Chile\, and throughout Europe\, creating visually rich portraits of complex historical figures and movements. \nLewis holds an M.A. in Creative Writing/Literary Arts from Brown University and is a recipient of Ohio University’s Presidential Teacher Award\, the institution’s highest honor for transformative teaching and curriculum innovation. \n  \n\n\nRegister Now\n  \nWatch the Trailer Here!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/pld/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:Musical Gifts 2025: Giving Tuesday Benefit Concert & Tree Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Nashville’s largest Giving Tuesday celebration as we return for the third annual Musical Gifts – a magical evening where music\, community\, and giving come together to support NMAAM’s mission. \nExperience the Magic\nMusical Gifts transforms the National Museum of African American Music into an immersive celebration of sound\, culture\, and holiday spirit. This year’s event expands across multiple museum spaces\, creating an unforgettable journey through African American musical heritage. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nLive Performances – Grammy Award-winning musicians and rising stars take center stage in the Roots Theater\, backed by DJ Smoke\, featuring performances representing each of NMAAM’s galleries from gospel to country\, R&B to hip-hop.\nInteractive Museum Experience – Explore the Rivers of Rhythm gallery with special performances\, interactive music stations\, and surprise moments throughout the evening.\nHoliday Celebration – Join us for our beloved tree lighting ceremony featuring Black Santa\, creating cherished memories in a family-friendly atmosphere.\nLocal Vendors & Craft – Support Black-owned businesses and local artisans while enjoying signature cocktails\, craft beverages\, and delicious food from Nashville’s finest vendors.\nLive & Virtual Access – Experience the event in-person or join us via livestream to participate from anywhere.\nNMAAM’s Musical Gifts Youth Village – Enjoy a fun\, family-friendly space where kids can explore music\, creativity\, and culture through hands-on activities\, drumming sessions\, story time\, and more–all while parents enjoy the event. RSVP for the Youth Village HERE\n\n\nMake an Impact\nEvery ticket purchased and donation made during Musical Gifts directly supports NMAAM’s education programs\, community initiatives\, and our mission to preserve and celebrate the central role African Americans have played in shaping American music. Last year\, Musical Gifts raised over $100\,000\, supporting music education for Nashville youth and cultural preservation efforts. \nJoin the Movement – Be part of Nashville’s most meaningful Giving Tuesday celebration. Your participation helps ensure that future generations can experience and learn from the rich legacy of African American music. \nRegister Now\n  \n \nWatch Musical Gifts 2024!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/musical-gifts-2025-giving-tuesday-benefit-concert-tree-lighting/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Sounds In Cinema: We Want The Funk!
DESCRIPTION: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 First Free Wednesdays programming\, these screenings occasionally include live discussions with the artists\, producers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nAbout the Documentary\nWE WANT THE FUNK! is a syncopated voyage through the history of funk music\, spanning from African\, soul\, and early jazz roots\, to its rise into the public consciousness. Featuring James Brown’s dynamism\, the extraterrestrial funk of George Clinton’s Parliament Funkadelic\, transformed girl group Labelle\, and Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat\, the story also traces funk’s influences on both new wave and hip-hop. \n  \n\nThe Filmmakers\n\n\n\n\n\nStanley Nelson is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker\, MacArthur Fellow\, and member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. President Obama awarded him the National Humanities Medal. Nelson has directed and produced numerous films\, including Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution\, and Jonestown: The Life and Death of People’s Temple. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNicole London is the Grammy Award-nominated producer of Miles Davis: Birth of the Cool\, which was also awarded a 2021 News and Documentary Emmy Award. Recent credits include Sammy Davis\, Jr.: I’ve Gotta Be Me\, The Talk: Race in America\, and 16 films now playing in the Segregation Gallery of the Smithsonian Museum. \n  \n\n\nRegister Now\n  \nWatch the Trailer Here!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/sounds-in-cinema-we-want-the-funk/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:Laughter & Lyrics: An Evening of Conscious Comedy & Spoken Word with a Splash of Music and Song
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of powerful performances\, soul-stirring laughter\, and unforgettable vibes! Laughter and Lyrics brings together comedy\, music\, and spoken word in a celebration of truth\, talent\, and timeless entertainment. \nHeadlining the evening is none other than the Empress of Entertainment\, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney — actress\, poet\, and comedy legend — as seen on Showtime at the Apollo\, The Ms. Pat Show\, New Jack City\, and BET’s Comic View. With her signature style of conscious comedy and bold storytelling\, Phyllis brings a voice of wisdom\, wit\, and unapologetic truth to the stage. \nThis is more than a show. It’s a celebration of culture\, creativity\, and community. \nCome ready to laugh\, reflect\, and leave inspired! \nDoors Open | 8:30pm \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/laughter-and-lyrics-an-evening-of-conscious-comedy-spoken-word-with-a-splash-of-music-and-song/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:Laughter & Lyrics: An Evening of Conscious Comedy & Spoken Word with a Splash of Music and Song
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of powerful performances\, soul-stirring laughter\, and unforgettable vibes! Laughter and Lyrics brings together comedy\, music\, and spoken word in a celebration of truth\, talent\, and timeless entertainment. \nHeadlining the evening is none other than the Empress of Entertainment\, Phyllis Yvonne Stickney — actress\, poet\, and comedy legend — as seen on Showtime at the Apollo\, The Ms. Pat Show\, New Jack City\, and BET’s Comic View. With her signature style of conscious comedy and bold storytelling\, Phyllis brings a voice of wisdom\, wit\, and unapologetic truth to the stage. \nThis is more than a show. It’s a celebration of culture\, creativity\, and community. \nCome ready to laugh\, reflect\, and leave inspired! \nDoors Open | 6:30pm \nPurchase Tickets
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/laughter-and-lyrics-n-evening-of-conscious-comedy-spoken-word-with-a-splash-of-music-and-song/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:R&B Bingo: Halloween Edition
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a SPOOKTACULAR Boogie Wonderland at the National Museum of African American Music! \nJoin us on October 25\, 2025 for our BIGGEST R&B Bingo yet with a thrilling Halloween twist! Dress as your favorite African American music icon—whether you’re channeling Prince’s purple reign\, Missy Elliott’s futuristic fly\, or Aretha’s royal elegance—and groove to legendary hits spanning five decades of soul\, funk\, and R&B. \nPlay 5 electrifying rounds of musical bingo for incredible prizes\, including our grand finale treasure chest featuring gifts from local Black-owned businesses. The best costume wins a special surprise! \n🎃 Costume Contest | 🎶 Live DJ | 🏆 Epic Prizes | 🍹 Full Bar \nThis is where soul\, style\, and spooky fun collide! Don’t miss the most electrifying night of the season at Nashville’s hottest Saturday night destination. \nDoors open at 8:45 PM | Game starts at 9:00 PM \n21+ event | Limited capacity | Tickets sell out fast! \n  \nRegister Now
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/rb-bingo-halloween-edition/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:The Velvet Rope Experience
DESCRIPTION:Step behind The Velvet Rope for an exclusive pre-concert celebration before Brandy and Monica’s historic “The Boy is Mine” tour stop at Bridgestone Arena. This immersive VIP experience transforms NMAAM into an intimate musical lounge where R&B heritage meets contemporary culture. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEnjoy signature cocktails inspired by R&B classics while exploring curated artifact exhibitions celebrating the evolution of rhythm and blues. Our DJ spins favorite hits spanning four decades of R&B excellence\, creating the perfect atmosphere before you head next door to witness music history at the 8:00 PM concert. \n  \n\n\n\n\nThis isn’t just a pre-show reception—it’s a cultural bridge connecting NMAAM’s mission of preserving Black musical heritage with the living legacy being created on stage tonight. Whether you’re a longtime R&B devotee or discovering the genre’s rich history\, The Velvet Rope offers an unforgettable way to begin your evening. \n  \n\n\n\n\nWhat’s Included: \n\nComplimentary signature cocktail (members) / One drink ticket (guests)\nAccess to curated R&B artifact exhibitions\nDJ entertainment featuring R&B classics\nPremium appetizers\nPhoto opportunities with iconic R&B memorabilia\nSeamless transition to Bridgestone Arena concert\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nCapacity: Limited to 100 guests\nDress Code: Cocktail attire encouraged\nLocation: NMAAM Amplify Lounge\, 510 Broadway \n\n\n\n\n  \nAdmission:\nMembers: FREE (RSVP required)\nGuests: $20 \n\n\n\n\nConcert tickets sold separately. Weekend pass holders receive priority access and exclusive benefits. \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/the-velvet-rope-experience/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Sounds in Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Sounds in Cinema\nEvery First Wednesday at 3:00 PM | Roots Theater \nWhere 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 First Free Wednesdays programming\, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists\, producers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nFree admission | RSVP Required | Presented by Nissan \n \nRSVP Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/sounds-in-cinema/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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