Nashville Tennessee African American Museum

National Museum of African American Music

www.nmaam.org
4.9/5
(238) · Museum in Nashville, United States
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NMAAM is the only museum dedicated to preserving the legacy and celebrating the accomplishments of the music genres created, influenced, and …

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Apr 2, 2025
Without a doubt, this is the best new museum I've ever been to, and one of the best overall. When you enter, you are directed to a movie that gives an overview of what you will be seeing. The galleri…Full review by Lisa A
Mar 28, 2025
This was well worth adding it to our itinerary. Very informative. Has fun interactive activities for the whole family. Plenty of photo ops. Lockers to store your personal items. It is large and clean…Full review by Teressa W
Mar 27, 2025
I would have given it a 5 but I needed more time to experience the museum! 3 hours was not enough for me to absorb the entire experience! Please before arriving read over museum experience . Select …Full review by Trip446583
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How long to spend in museum
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There’s so much to see, hear, and interact with that you should plan to spend st least two hours in this museum
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Answer by Deborah P · Mar 24, 2025
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can you buy tickets at the door? do you have to take a tour or you can see museum on your own/
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You can buy tickets inside or online
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Located in the heart of Downtown Nashville, the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) is the only museum dedicated to preserving the legacy and …
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Located in the heart of Downtown Nashville, the National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM) is the only museum dedicated to preserving the legacy and celebrating the accomplishments...
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Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
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When you receive your ticket confirmation, you will be prompted to print your ticket (s) or bring your e-ticket (s) on your phone the day of your visit which we strongly encourage you to do. If you do…
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TICKETS. Tours begin daily at 9 a.m. and occur every half hour. NMAAM uses timed tickets for tours (self-guided).
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DURING YOUR VISIT. Length of Stay – NMAAM recommends planning to spend 90 minutes in the museum but guests are welcome to stay for longer or shorter periods of time.
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No weapons allowed; this includes pepper spray, knives and stun guns.
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Luggage, carry-on bags, or oversized backpacks are not permitted in the museum. There will be storage available for guests who bring these items.
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No video recording is allowed in the museum galleries.
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DIRECTIONS. We are located at the intersection of Rep John Lewis Way (formerly 5th Avenue) and Broadway in Downtown Nashville, TN.
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PARKING. Hourly parking and valet service are available on site. A public parking deck is located at the intersection of 6th and Broadway.
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HOURS. The Museum is open Wednesday – Monday: 9 am – 5 pm. The Museum is closed on Tuesday. The Museum’s store, Amplify, is open on Tuesdays from 10 am-5 pm.
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NMAAM uses timed tickets for tours (self-guided).
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GENERAL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. No weapons allowed; this includes pepper spray, knives and stun guns. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Still photography is allowed as long as it is for private, non-commercial use. Flash photography, selfie sticks and tripods are not permitted.
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Smoking is not permitted in the museum; including electronic smoking and vaping devices.
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SHOP. The museum’s store, Amplify, offers variety of unique and custom gifts and collectables. The museum stores opens from 10am until the museum closes.
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Directions to the Museum from the Parking Deck: Proceed down the parking deck and take the first right to pull a ticket at the ticket gate. Park on level B1 or B2 near the GREEN elevators on the left-…
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PRICING. Adult (18 and above) — $24.95 Youth (Ages 7-17; 6 and under are free) — $13.50 Senior (Age 65 and above) — $18.75
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