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Playing Beyond The Field: Sporting Soundtracks

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 […]

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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.  

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Heartbeat Saturdays with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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 […]

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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 […]

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Heartbeat Saturdays with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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 […]

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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 […]

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Heartbeat Saturdays with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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 with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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
Playing Beyond The Field

Playing Beyond The Field: Charley Pride: I’m Just Me

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

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  Date: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm Location: The Roots Theater, National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), 510 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203   Event Description:  Join us to honor […]

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Heartbeat Saturdays with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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 with DJ Smoke return to the NMAAM lobby on February 14th, 2026, and occurring every following Saturday from 11:30 am - 2:30 pm.
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