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  • Bobby Rush: King of the Chitlin’ Circuit — Film Screening & Q&A

    Special Event – Americanafest
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    Step inside the story of a blues legend. Join Grammy winner and Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush for an AMERICANAFEST screening of his new documentary, King of the Chitlin' Circuit, produced by Mississippi Public Broadcasting. The evening begins with a reception and museum welcome before moving into the theater for the screening. The film […]

    Free

  • Heartbeat Saturdays

    Heartbeat Saturdays
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States +1 more

    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 […]

    Free

  • Joy Oladokun: Music, Story & Legacy

    Special Event – Americanafest
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    Join one of music's most compelling genre-defying voices for an unforgettable afternoon. In advance of her new album Hope Is A Heavy Thing, Joy Oladokun reflects on identity, resilience, and belonging through an intimate conversation and live performance. The event culminates with the unveiling of a permanent museum artifact honoring her impact on music and […]

    Free

  • Heartbeat Saturdays

    Heartbeat Saturdays
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States +1 more

    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 […]

    Free

  • Heartbeat Saturdays

    Heartbeat Saturdays
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States +1 more

    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 […]

    Free
  • Nissan Free Wednesdays: Free gallery admission for all from 10 am - 5 pm, the first Wednesday of every month. Film screening at 3 pm.

    Nissan Free Wednesdays

    Nissan Free Wednesdays
    NMAAM 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema

    NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Finding Home | Songs of Love & Justice Benefit Concert

    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    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, […]

    $25.00

  • Heartbeat Saturday Presents Body Language | A Dance Fitness Experience

    Heartbeat Saturdays Presents Body Language A Dance Fitness Class with Maximize Your Mobility Saturday, October 10th | A FREE Community Event Start your Saturday with movement, music, and meaningful community connection at the National Museum of African American Music. We wanna dance with somebody! Heartbeat Saturday is kicking off its newest fitness series, Body Language, […]

  • Heartbeat Saturdays

    Heartbeat Saturdays
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States +1 more

    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 […]

    Free

  • Whitney Houston’s Faith and Genius – Book Launch & Conversation with Emily Lordi and Ann Powers

    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    Join author and cultural critic Emily Lordi for a thought-provoking conversation with acclaimed music journalist Ann Powers celebrating the release of Holding Lightning. Drawing on extensive research and unprecedented access to Whitney Houston's inner circle, Lordi reexamines Houston's life, artistry, faith, and enduring cultural legacy in this book. Together, they will explore Houston's impact on […]

    Free

  • Heartbeat Saturdays

    Heartbeat Saturdays
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States +1 more

    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 […]

    Free