• Playing Beyond The Field: Sporting Soundtracks

    Playing Beyond The Field
    National Museum of African American Music 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN, United States

    Sporting Soundtracks: An Evening with the Players and Sounds of Athletes Unlimited Pro Basketball Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026 Reception: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: The Roots Theater, National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 Event Description: An interactive evening exploring the enduring relationship between music […]

    Free
  • Tiny Beatz

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

    Join us for the launch of 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 helps build listening skills, coordination, and confidence—all while having fun making music together.  

    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
  • The Black Fashion Week: Runway Revival

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

    The Black Fashion Week: Runway Revival Runway Revival is happening February 21st, 2026 at 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 Presented by The Black Fashion Week & The National Museum of African American Music. This show is a high-fashion, immersive experience built around Seven Vices, explored as a spiritual and psychological concept, not tied to any […]

    $50
  • 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
  • Donté Everhart Presents: Legacy Live

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

    About Legacy Live Join us for an all-ages, live experience that brings history, music, and legacy together in the museum. Explore the evolution of Negro spirituals, a foundational tradition in American music, and how their sound and influence continue to shape culture today. Through live music, narration, and poetic storytelling, Legacy Live reflects on our […]

    Free
  • Good Aura Live: A Storm Relief Series

    In partnership with Aura Lounge and the Equity Alliance, we are proud to introduce Good Aura Live — an evening of music, unity, and impact that helps repair homes AND hearts. Our goal is to bring together music, comedy, and community to fund direct relief for individuals repairing storm-related damage to their homes. One-hundred percent […]

  • 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, Nissan. 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 African American […]

    Free
  • Sounds In Cinema: Zydeco Breakfast

    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
  • 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
  • Story Soundz

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

    Join us for our second Story Soundz, an interactive storytelling and music program for young learners. Children will bring stories to life through music, sound, and imagination while building early literacy skills in a fun, engaging environment. EXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: Interactive Storytelling Engage with dynamic stories brought to life through sound and music Musical Exploration […]

    FREE
  • Tiny Beatz

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

    Join us for the second 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. EXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: Rhythm Exploration Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities Movement & Music Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement […]

    FREE