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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:First Note
DESCRIPTION:THE FIRST NOTE \nA Concert Series by the National Museum of African American Music \n Friday\, May 15\, 2026 | 8:00 PM 10:00 PM \nNMAAM Lobby\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN \n  \nSome artists are waiting to be discovered. The First Note is where that moment happens. \nThe National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) proudly presents The First Note — a groundbreaking concert series born from a simple but radical belief: that emerging artists deserve more than a stage. They deserve a platform. \nThe First Note is a love letter to the next generation of music makers. This isn’t just a show — it’s a movement. One that pairs rising talent with fair market compensation\, world-class production\, and direct access to one of the most visited cultural institutions in the country. \nBeginning May 15th\, NMAAM’s intimate 200-seat Roots Theatre becomes the epicenter of something new. Night after night\, artists who are just writing their first chapters will share space with fans who feel it\, industry executives who need to hear it\, and a community of hundreds of thousands of visitors who carry those sounds far beyond these walls. \nThe First Note has a door — and it’s wide open. \nAn Evening of Music Begins with More! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us at 6:00 PM for our exclusive pre-show in collaboration with the Wine Down Experience\, featuring a heartfelt performance from the Boys & Girls Club of Middle Tennessee alongside stunning works from local Nashville artists — all setting the tone for a night dedicated to the voices shaping what’s next. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Your Tickets Now!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/first-note/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration – Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music – Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making – Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills – Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nAdmission is free with registration \n  \nRegister Today\n 
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-3/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk with Metro Arts
DESCRIPTION:Coffee Talk with Metro Arts is a monthly community gathering where artists\, neighbors\, and anyone looking to get involved in the Nashville arts scene can connect and share their stories. Join us to learn about upcoming projects and opportunities and meet the people creating exciting new art in Nashville. \nThe next Coffee Talk will be Wednesday\, May 6\, from 9:30–11:00am. As part of an ongoing effort to expand the Coffee Talk program with venues and art\, Metro Arts is co-hosting this round with the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) at 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203. \nThis edition of Coffee Talk with Metro Arts will feature new ideas and programs from those who attend who wish to share. There will be representatives from NMAAM and several members of Metro Arts staff to share more information about current and upcoming events and art crawls. There will also be several other local artists on location to share current events in our creative ecosystem. \nImportant note that this is NMAAM’s Nissan Free Wednesday\, so after Coffee Talk\, everyone can stay and explore the galleries for FREE and also return for the Sounds in Cinema program at 3:30pm (also FREE). \nElixir Coffee provided by the National Museum of African American Music. \n\nWe’re happy to share a convenient parking option for NMAAM visitors at the Fifth + Broadway garage\, operated by Metropolis. The entrance is located at the intersection of Broadway and 6th Avenue. Parking is a flat fee of $22 for 12 hours. You will need to set up your Metropolis account with payment information by scanning the QR codes posted in the garage\, then submit your license plate number at the kiosks within the museum lobby to claim your discount. \nAlternatively\, you can find shorter\, potentially cheaper downtown street parking via the following two links: \nhttps://nashvilledowntown.com/get-around/nashville-parking/on-street-parking \nhttps://www.nashville.gov/departments/transportation/traffic-and-parking/parking/paid-parking
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/coffee-talk-with-metro-arts/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260425T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260423T200000
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SUMMARY:Jock Jams | Playing Beyond The Field
DESCRIPTION:Jock Jams: A Listening Session with Soul’d Creative Collective\, The Sound of Victory and DJ Partee \nDate: Thursday\, April 23\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 PM  \nLocation: The Roots Theater\, National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM)\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \nEvent Description:\nJoin us for an interactive live listening event with Soul’d Creative Collective and Nashville’s own DJ Partee dedicated to exploring the culture of sports anthems and the history of the  “jock jam”—a category of songs and musical anthems that have become closely associated with sport. Audiences will be invited to consider: What does sport sound like? How do music and sport collide in real time? What does Nashville sound like through sport? With the musical guidance of DJ Partee\, audience members will test their jock jam knowledge and create a distinctive soundtrack commemorating the event. \nJoin us before the event\, beginning at 5 pm\, for special FREE after-hours at the Museum and enjoy drinks available for purchase. \nAbout Soul’d Creative Collective: Founded by Creative Director Christian Sinclair and Vanderbilt alum and former NFL player Jonathan Wynn\, Soul’d Creative Collective is a Nashville-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit that brings people together over the love of BIPOC arts and culture by focusing on education\, collaboration\, and access. \nAbout The Sound of Victory (SOV): Founded and helmed by co-directors Dr. Courtney M. Cox and Dr. Perry B. Johnson\, SOV is an interdisciplinary initiative and creative collective that explores the relationship between music/sound and sport through original scholarship\, multimedia productions\, cultural programming\, and public events. \nJock Jams is the final installment of Playing Beyond the Field\, a free\, three-part series exploring the historic relationship between music and sport\, with a particular focus on Nashville’s robust African American musical and sporting legacies. Curated by the co-directors of The Sound of Victory\, Courtney M. Cox and Perry B. Johnson\, Playing Beyond the Field is supported by the Vanderbilt Sports & Society Initiative and the National Museum of African American Music. \n  \nRSVP HERE!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/playing-beyond-the-field-jock-jams/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Events":MAILTO:events@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T143000
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260324T211035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T215921Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration – Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music – Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making – Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills – Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nAdmission is free with registration \n  \nRegister Today\n 
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260409T190304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T190304Z
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for 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. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nInteractive Storytelling  Engage with dynamic stories brought to life through sound and music \nMusical Exploration  Discover how rhythm\, melody\, and instruments enhance storytelling \nCreative Expression  Build listening skills\, creativity\, and self-expression through hands-on activities \nFamily-Friendly Learning  Age-appropriate programming designed for young learners to explore early literacy \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/story-soundz-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T214732Z
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SUMMARY:Drummer Boy
DESCRIPTION:AfricaNashville\, Fort Negley\, and the National Museum of African American Music present: Drummer Boy \nDrummer 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 win their freedom. AfricaNashville will feature musicians & dancers from Guinea\, South Africa\, Congo and the United States\, this talented group of artists will be joined by a voice over by Landry Butler as well as a Gary Burke\, a descendant of USCT troops for a Q & A at the end of the performance. \nThis event will take place in the Roots Theater at the National Museum of African American Music (510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203)\, at 3pm on Sunday\, April 12\, 2026. \nPre-registration is required\, but there is no cost to attend. \nFree Registration\n  \nParking discounts available at the 5th & Broadway retail garage. Please register your vehicle and payment information digitally with Metropolis\, then enter your license plate number at the parking validation kiosks inside the museum.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/drummer-boy/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260409T192906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T193156Z
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SUMMARY:Woven Wind: A Poetic Response
DESCRIPTION:Woven Wind – A Poetic Response \nPoetry Reading with Nadia Alexis and Ciona Rouse \nFeaturing Simba Alik \nCurated by Grace Aneiza Ali \nWoven 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 to the exhibit’s themes of movement\, heritage\, and transformation—using language as a vessel to carry history\, identity\, and imagination forward. \nNadia Alexis is a poet\, writer\, and photographer born in Harlem to Haitian immigrants. She is the author of the hybrid debut poetry collection Beyond the Watershed\, which was a finalist for the 2026 Nossrat Yassini Poetry Prize and long listed for the 2025 Maya Angelou Book Award. She is one of Poets & Writers’ 2026 Ten Best Debut Poets. \nCiona Rouse is a poet\, curator and educator. She is the author of Vantablack (Third Man Books\, 2017). Her poetry is featured in poets.org\, The Slowdown\, Oxford American and wildness. Rouse co-hosts a banned book group at Third Man’s The Blue Room. She lives in Nashville\, TN\, where she’s opening a poetry-centric bookstore/bar. \n  \nThis event is set to take place in the Roots Theater at NMAAM. \nAdmission is free with registration. \n  \nRegister Here!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/woven-wind-a-poetic-response/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260411T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-04-11/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260322T173217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T170753Z
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SUMMARY:Women In Harmony® Summit
DESCRIPTION:Women in Harmony® is an intimate morning summit and signature luncheon designed to inspire women as they step confidently into positions of leadership\, creativity\, and cultural influence. \nJoin us for a powerful half-day experience featuring Grammy-winning performances\, authentic conversations with industry leaders\, and a beautifully curated luncheon celebrating women who are shaping the future of music and entertainment. \nFor more information on Women in Harmony® weekend\, visit the full webpage at nmaam.org/wih.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/women-in-harmony-summit/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event,WOMEN IN HARMONY
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ORGANIZER;CN="Women In Harmony - Development":MAILTO:womeninharmony@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T201500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260306T203750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T211758Z
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SUMMARY:Destiny's Child Iconic Reimagined Tribute [LATE SHOW]
DESCRIPTION:Experience the songs of a generation like never before. Reimagined through the elegance of a live string quintet and the glow of thousands of candles. The Destiny’s Child: Iconic Reimagined Tribute transforms the trio’s legendary catalog into a breathtaking live experience\, where beloved hits are performed by a stunning string ensemble in an intimate\, candlelit setting. \nHosted at the National Museum of African American Music\, this unforgettable evening celebrates the harmony\, empowerment\, and cultural impact of the best-selling female group of all time. \nThe night will feature a special guest appearance from Mathew Knowles\, who will narrate the experience and share exclusive stories about the rise of the iconic trio. VIP and Front Row ticketholders will enjoy an exclusive reception with Mr. Knowles. \nBar and Concessions Available: Signature Cocktails\, Elevated Snacks and Light Bites. \nDress to impress\, sing along\, and celebrate the songs that shaped a generation. \nLocation: National Museum of African American Music\nShow times: 7:00 PM CST  &  9.00 PM CST \nEarly Show:\nDoors Open: 5:30 PM\nVIP Reception: 6:00 PM\nConcert Begins: 7:00PM \nLate Show:\nDoors Open: 8:15 PM\nConcert Begins: 9:00 PM\nVIP Reception: 10:00 PM \n  \nPurchase Concert Tickets
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/destinys-child-iconic-reimagined-tribute-early-show/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Museum of African American Music":MAILTO:community@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260306T202143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260314T211927Z
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SUMMARY:Destiny's Child Iconic Reimagined Tribute [EARLY SHOW]
DESCRIPTION:Experience the songs of a generation like never before. Reimagined through the elegance of a live string quintet and the glow of thousands of candles. The Destiny’s Child: Iconic Reimagined Tribute transforms the trio’s legendary catalog into a breathtaking live experience\, where beloved hits are performed by a stunning string ensemble in an intimate\, candlelit setting. \nHosted at the National Museum of African American Music\, this unforgettable evening celebrates the harmony\, empowerment\, and cultural impact of the best-selling female group of all time. \nThe night will feature a special guest appearance from Mathew Knowles\, who will narrate the experience and share exclusive stories about the rise of the iconic trio. VIP and Front Row ticketholders will enjoy an exclusive reception with Mr. Knowles. \nBar and Concessions Available: Signature Cocktails\, Elevated Snacks and Light Bites. \nDress to impress\, sing along\, and celebrate the songs that shaped a generation. \nLocation: National Museum of African American Music\nShow times: 7:00 PM CST  &  9.00 PM CST \nEarly Show:\nDoors Open: 5:30 PM\nVIP Reception: 6:00 PM\nConcert Begins: 7:00PM \nLate Show:\nDoors Open: 8:15 PM\nConcert Begins: 9:00 PM\nVIP Reception: 10:00 PM \n  \nPurchase Concert Tickets
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/destinys-child-iconic-reimagined-tribute-2/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Museum of African American Music":MAILTO:community@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260317T155005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T155118Z
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SUMMARY:615 Battle of the Drummers
DESCRIPTION:Marching Matters Presents: 615 Battle of the Drummers \nNashville\, get ready to feel the rhythm like never before! \nJoin 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 all about skill\, sound\, and showmanship! \nDate: Saturday\, March 21\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 PM \nLocation: The Roots Theater at NMAAM – 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \nParking: The 5th & Broadway Retail Garage (Metropolis) – parking discount available with license plate inside the museum. \n  \nBring your crew\, rep your school\, and come experience the power of drumline culture right here in the 615! \n  \nGet Tickets!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/615-battle-of-the-drummers/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Events":MAILTO:events@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260128T230503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T165248Z
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SUMMARY:Playing Beyond The Field: Charley Pride: I’m Just Me
DESCRIPTION:Charley Pride: I’m Just Me: A Film Screening and Live Discussion Featuring Filmmaker and Director Barbara Hall and Negro Leagues Baseball Museum President Bob Kendrick  \nDate: Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 pm \nLocation: The Roots Theater\, National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM)\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \nRSVP Here \n  \nEvent Description:  \nJoin us to honor legendary Country Music Hall of Fame artist Charley Pride on what would have been Pride’s 92nd birthday in a special evening celebrating his musical and sporting legacies. Often referred to as Country music’s “first Black superstar\,” the late Charley Pride was both a renowned American Country artist with deep ties to Nashville and a baseball player who started his professional career as a pitcher in the Negro American League. This event will explore Pride’s expansive career in professional baseball and his rise within Country music’s commercial ranks\, unpacking how his experiences in each provided Pride with a unique perspective to reflect upon larger questions of identity and belonging in two of America’s most distinctive and foundational cultural forms. Join us for a screening of Charley Pride: I’m Just Me\, an insightful documentary that traces Pride’s distinctive life and career\, followed by a live discussion and Q&A with the film’s director Barbara Hall and Bob Kendrick\, President of the National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. \nJoin us before the event\, beginning at 5:30 pm\, for special after-hours at the Museum\, featuring FREE gallery admission and light bites and drinks for purchase.  \nCharley Pride: I’m Just Me is part of Playing Beyond the Field\, a free\, three-part series exploring the historic relationship between music and sport\, with a particular focus on Nashville’s robust African American musical and sporting legacies. Curated by the co-directors of The Sound of Victory\, Courtney M. Cox and Perry B. Johnson\, Playing Beyond the Field is organized in collaboration with the Vanderbilt Sports & Society Initiative and the National Museum of African American Music. \n\nAbout the film:  \nCharley Pride: I’m Just Me traces the improbable journey of Charley Pride\, from his humble beginnings as a sharecropper’s son on a cotton farm in segregated Sledge\, Mississippi to his career as a Negro American League baseball player and his meteoric rise as a trailblazing country music superstar. The documentary reveals how Pride’s love for music led him from the Delta to a larger\, grander world. In the 1940s\, radio transcended racial barriers\, making it possible for Pride to grow up listening to and imitating Grand Ole Opry stars like Ernest Tubb and Roy Acuff. The singer arrived in Nashville in 1963 while the city roiled with sit-ins and racial violence. But with boldness\, perseverance and undeniable musical talent\, he managed to parlay a series of fortuitous encounters with music industry insiders into a legacy of hit singles\, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a place in the Country Music Hall of Fame. Narrated by Grammy-nominated country singer Tanya Tucker\, the film features original interviews with country music royalty\, including Garth Brooks\, Dolly Parton\, Brad Paisley\, Darius Rucker and Marty Stuart\, as well as on-camera conversations between Pride and special guests\, including Rozene Pride (his wife of 61 years)\, Willie Nelson and fellow musicians. \n\nBarbara Hall  \nBarbara Hall is a lover of remarkable human stories and music. She is an Emmy nominated producer/director who brings more than 25 years of experience in all aspects of development\, producing and directing original programming from both traditional television and the digital realm. \nHall is the producer/director of award winning specials\, series\, long form documentary films\, and concerts\, including for PBS: Brenda Lee: Rockin’ Around (2024)\, Great Performances – Patsy Cline: Walkin’ After Midnight (2024)\, Ann Wilson & Tripsitter: Live In Concert (2023)\, Great Performances – George Jones: Still Playin’ Possum (2023)\, Minnie Pearl: Facing The Laughter (2023)\, Wynona Judd: Concert from My Place (2021)\, Loretta Lynn: My Story in My Words (2021)\, Iconic Women of Country (2020)\, and more\, and she has helmed A&E biographies of numerous artists\, including Blondie\, Carrie Underwood\, Reba McEntire\, The Monkees\, Davy Jones\, and Selena. \nHall’s American Masters feature Charley Pride: I’m Just Me (2019) was No. 6 on Billboard’s Best Country Music Documentaries and her American Masters feature Patsy Cline (2018) was No. 11 on Billboard’s Best Country Music Documentaries. \nHall is also the Founder and President of Clear Cut Inc.\, Vice President of TH Entertainment LLC\, and consults on a wide range of music related rights. \nShe is the recipient of the 2024 “Proof of Concept” grant for social justice film Faithful Defenders and recipient of the 2025 Nashville Women in Film & Television ALICE Awards Trailblazer award. \n\nBob Kendrick \nBob Kendrick was named President of the National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) in March 2011 where he is responsible for the museum’s day-to-day operations and the development and implementation of strategies to advance the mission of the 501 c3\, not-for-profit organization. Since becoming President\, he has helped orchestrate a more than $20 million turnaround that has helped the NLBM regain its vitality and financial stability. \nKendrick began his association with the NLBM as a volunteer in 1993 and served on the museum’s board of directors for five years where he was instrumental in shaping plans for the museum’s current home. He became the museum’s first full-time Marketing Director in 1998. \nHe has been responsible for the development of several signature museum educational programs and events including the Hall of Game which annually honors former Major League Baseball greats who played the game in the spirit and signature style of the Negro Leagues. In 2020\, Kendrick’s “Tip Your Cap” to the Negro Leagues campaign went viral and was launched with four U.S. Presidents (Barack Obama\, Bill Clinton\, George W. Bush and Jimmy Carter) celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the establishment of the Negro Leagues. \nAnd while he doesn’t fashion himself to be a historian\, Kendrick has become one of the leading authorities on the topic of Negro Leagues Baseball history and its connection to issues relating to sports\, race\, and diversity. He has been a contributing writer for Ebony Magazine and the national Urban League’s Opportunity Magazine. \nIn 2021\, Kendrick teamed with SiriusXM Radio to create and host the acclaimed national podcast\, “Black Diamonds.” The podcast was named the 2021 “Sports Podcast of the Year\,” by Adweek. He has received national acclaim for his storytelling and narration as part of the epic inclusion of the Negro Leagues in the Sony/Playstation video game MLB The Show. \nKendrick’s list of awards and honors include the Mary Lona Diversity Award from the Greater Kansas City Black Chamber of Commerce and Citizen of the Year” from the Omicron Xi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. In 2009\, The Kansas City Globe named Kendrick to the paper’s list of “100 Most Influential African Americans in Greater Kansas City.” He was inducted into the Missouri Sports Hall of Fame in 2014. The Kansas City Call newspaper named him the “Person of the Year” in 2020. In 2021\, the Beta Lambda chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity named him “Businessperson of the Year\,” and he was bestowed honorary doctorate degrees from Judson University and William Jewell College\, respectively. \nA native of Crawfordville\, Ga.\, Kendrick received a basketball scholarship to attend Park College (Parkville\, Mo.) in 1980 and earned a B.A. degree in Communications Arts in 1985. \n  \nRSVP Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/playing-beyond-the-field-charley-pride-im-just-me/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260305T215351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T180209Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music Develop coordination and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Making Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive environment \nListening Skills Build essential listening and musical awareness through engaging activities \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beats/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T233000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260305T214418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T192913Z
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SUMMARY:Story Soundz
DESCRIPTION: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. \nEXPERIENCE THE PROGRAM: \nInteractive Storytelling Engage with dynamic stories brought to life through sound and music \nMusical Exploration Discover how rhythm\, melody\, and instruments enhance storytelling \nCreative Expression Build listening skills\, creativity\, and self-expression through hands-on activities \nFamily-Friendly Learning Age-appropriate programming designed for young learners to explore early literacy \nADMISSION\nFree with registration \n  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/stroy-soundz/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260214T003624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T223128Z
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SUMMARY:Donté Everhart Presents: Legacy Live
DESCRIPTION:About Legacy Live \nJoin 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 shared past and where we are going as a community. \n  \nAbout Donté Everhart \nBorn into a family of singers\, instrumentalists\, and religious leaders\, Donté Everhart inherited his gifts from the rich musicality of his bloodline. He began his work as a musician\, worship leader\, and choir director for various organizations during his teenage years. Since completing his studies at the University of Memphis\, Donté has traveled the world with his award-winning Christian music ensembles. He now returns to his home state of Tennessee to share the stories he has found at the intersection of music\, spirituality\, and legacy.
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/donte-everhart-presents-legacy-live/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event,Live Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260228T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260129T204023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T202010Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Fashion Week: Runway Revival
DESCRIPTION:The Black Fashion Week: Runway Revival \nRunway Revival is happening February 21st\, 2026 at 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN 37203 \nPresented by The Black Fashion Week & The National Museum of African American Music. \nThis show is a high-fashion\, immersive experience built around Seven Vices\, explored as a spiritual and psychological concept\, not tied to any one religion. \nEach vice represents a mood\, a human emotion\, and a visual world. The entire show is designed to bring these energies to life through fashion\, storytelling\, and atmosphere. \nFood Available For Purchase from Chef Mook: Chef Mook’s Instagram \nCash Bar Available with Specialty Cocktails \nDoors: 7:00 PM \nShow Starts at 7:30 PM \nInstagram: The Black Fashion Week \nParking at NMAAM \nWe offer a discounted rate if you park in the 5th & Broadway parking garage (Entrance next to Eddie V’s)! You will need to download the Metropolis App on your phone BEFORE entering the parking garage and ensure your car and license plate number are registered within the app. Once completed\, you’ll go through the gate and park in the B1 Level area. Before you leave the museum\, there’ll be two kiosks in the lobby where you will enter your license plate number\, automatically discounting your parking. \n\n  \nGET TICKETS
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/the-black-fashion-week-runway-revival/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Events":MAILTO:events@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260205T163253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211322Z
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SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays
DESCRIPTION: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! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known for blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettable atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy experience. \nHeartbeat Saturdays are NMAAM’s community health initiative\, meant to get your heart pumping and your feet grooving. We can’t wait to welcome you to our dance floor!
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM":MAILTO:info@nmaam.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260221T113000
DTSTAMP:20260526T071420
CREATED:20260210T171449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T200001Z
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SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! \nChildren 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. \n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz/
LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="NMAAM Education":MAILTO:education@nmaam.org
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