Marching Matters Presents: 615 Battle of the Drummers Nashville, get ready to feel the rhythm like never before! Join us for an electrifying showdown as some of your favorite local Nashville high school drumlines go head-to-head, alongside dynamic college drumlines bringing the heat from beyond the city! From precision cadences to explosive beats, this is […]
Woven Wind - A Poetic Response Poetry Reading with Nadia Alexis and Ciona Rouse Featuring Simba Alik Curated by Grace Aneiza Ali Woven Wind – A Poetic Response is an evocative exploration of sound, story, and spirit, inspired by the Woven Wind exhibit. Blending poetry, reflection, and creative expression, this experience invites participants to respond […]
AfricaNashville, Fort Negley, and the National Museum of African American Music present: Drummer Boy Drummer Boy honors the bravery of Black soldiers who played a decisive role in the outcome of the US Civil War. It acknowledges the fierce legacy of their African ancestors and the real, hard challenges these men and women faced to […]
🎶 NMAAM Story Soundz x Jazz AM – This Saturday! 🎶 Join us for a special Story Soundz collaboration with Jazz AM at the Nashville Jazz Workshop! 🗓 Saturday, May 2, 2026 ⏰ Show starts promptly at 10:00 AM 📍 Jazz AM takes place at the Nashville Jazz Workshop: 1012 Buchanan St., Nashville, TN 37208 […]
SWAMP DOGG CONTEMPLATES THE AFTERLIFE June 6 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Join us for an unforgettable afternoon with legendary singer, songwriter, producer, and cultural icon Swamp Dogg as we celebrate the release of Swamp Dogg Contemplates the Afterlife. This intimate experience will feature an in-conversation discussion reflecting on his remarkable six-decade career, the […]
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 to enjoy music, art, and stories that honor freedom and heritage. Don't miss out on this amazing chance to connect and celebrate together! From 10am […]
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 weeks of imagination, collaboration, and unforgettable talent as NMAAM's next generation of artists takes the stage! Friday, July 10, 2026 6:00–8:00 PM Roots Theater | […]
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 An Exquisite Evening of Song — a free, family-friendly concert paying homage to the spirit and legacy of rock 'n' roll. Led by Cameron Lavi-Jones […]
National Museum of African American Music Sunday, July 12 | 12:00 PM Bring the whole family to the National Museum of African American Music for Rock N Roll Playhouse: Little Royals – A Prince Celebration, a joyful, interactive concert experience celebrating the music and legacy of the one and only Prince. Designed for kids and […]
AMERICANAFEST 2026 opens where the music begins. Join the National Museum of African American Music and the Americana Music Association for a special evening celebrating the shared legacy that connects Black music to the heart of Americana. The evening features remarks from Jed Hilly, Executive Director of the Americana Music Association, and NMAAM Board Member […]
An Evening with Cheryl Slay Carr Finding Home: Songs of Love and Justice A Benefit Concert Supporting I Am Next Date: Friday, October 9, 2026 Doors Open: 6:15 PM Concert: 7:00 PM Location: National Museum of African American Music | 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 Join us for Finding Home: Songs of Love and Justice, […]
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 […]