June Is Black Music Month!
We can't wait to celebrate with you! We have a separate page dedicated to our special June community programming! All our Black Music Month event info can be found HERE.
NMAAM will be closed on Monday, August 3, 2026.
We can't wait to celebrate with you! We have a separate page dedicated to our special June community programming! All our Black Music Month event info can be found HERE.
Join us for Tiny Beatz, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! Children will explore rhythm, sound, and creativity through playful music-making and movement activities. Tiny Beatz […]
"Saturday Night / Sunday Morning" is the vibe! Join us at the National Museum of African American Music on Thursday night, June 18th, at 6pm, for an exclusive evening celebrating […]
Come celebrate Juneteenth with us at the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM)! It's a day packed with fun, culture, and community spirit. Join friends and family in person […]
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 […]
Grammy-Award Winner. Soul of the 90s Honoree. NMAAM BMM 2026 Soundtrack Marshal. Friday, June 26, 2026 | 7:00 PM doors / 8:00 PM start National Museum of African American 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for this summer's final showcase as NMAAM's Interludes students present live performances, original music, digital storytelling, and creative projects they've been building all summer long. Come celebrate six […]
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 […]
An Exquisite Evening of Song with Cameron Lavi-Jones of King Youngblood Date: Saturday, July 11th Doors: 6:00 PM Performance: 7:00 PM Celebrate National Rock 'n' Roll Day at NMAAM with […]