From gospel to blues to hip hop—and even rock & roll, Black Americans have been the originators of music that has resonated with various people across the globe. The music we create often taps into the zeitgeist and often collectively expresses our joys and pains.
For Black Music Month, we wanted to highlight 6 museums that uplift the grand contributions of African Americans on the musical landscape.
Universal Hip Hop Museum
Bronx, New York
Located in the Bronx, New York, the Universal Hip Hop Museum was built to honor the global impact of hip hop. Through its engaging programming, the museum highlights the past, present and future of the musical culture.
Trap Museum
Atlanta, Georgia
Through dynamic, interactive experiences and art, Atlanta's Trap Museum showcases the rich culture of trap music and its artists on our culture today.
Motown Museum
Detroit, Michigan
Founded by Berry Gordy, Motown Records was the home of some of our most iconic R&B legends. The label gave Black artists their proper shine to prosper, when many didn't. The lasting impression that the iconic record label has had on music continues today. Visit Detroit to check out the label's beginnings in its original home.
Stax Museum
Memphis Tennessee
The profound influence of Stax Records soulful artists is not to be understated. The museum embodies the rich history of the music legends who came through the record label and made it great.
American Jazz Museum
Kansas City, Missouri
Housed in Kansas City's historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, the American Jazz museum is a treasure for lovers of the genre to learn more about the music as well as engage with the center's programming.
Delta Blues Museum
Clarksdale, Mississippi
Delta Blues is one of the earliest forms of blues music. Infused with spirited instruments such as guitar and harmonica, Delta Blues has deep roots in the Mississippi region. The Delta Blues Museum chronicles the origins of the genre and how it has impacted other types of music.
