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National Museum of African American Music, Nashville, TN

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National Museum of African American Music

A Nashville museum that traces the many music genres shaped by African Americans.

598 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203 · Nashville, TN

About National Museum of African American Music

The National Museum of African American Music is a museum in downtown Nashville focused on preserving and celebrating the many musical styles that African Americans created or influenced. Its galleries, such as Rivers of Rhythm, Crossroads on the blues, and A Love Supreme on jazz, use interactive technology to show how these sounds shaped American life. Visitors can also explore rotating exhibits, curated playlists, and educational programs.

  • #music
  • #African American history
  • #blues
  • #jazz
  • #gospel

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