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X-WR-CALNAME:CalDiscovery - nashville-tn BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jazz AM x Story Soundz DTSTART:20260905T150000Z DTEND:20260905T160000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T183327Z UID:10000780-1788602400-1788606000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:Story Soundz Is Back! \nNMAAM is excited to welcome back Story Soundz\, our engaging early-learning program that introduces children and families to the stories\, rhythms\, and cultural impact of music through interactive storytelling and activities. \nThis month\, we’re thrilled t o partner with Jazz AM Presented by Zander Insurance and the Nashville Jaz z Workshop for a special program celebrating the legendary Ella Fitzgerald . \nJoin us for this free family event on September 5 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Nashville Jazz Workshop (1012 Buchanan St.\, Nashville\, TN 37 208). Through music\, storytelling\, and hands-on engagement\, young learn ers will discover the life and legacy of one of jazz’s most influential voices. \nBring your little ones and experience the joy of music\, learnin g\, and storytelling together! \nLearn More LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183327Z LOCATION:Nashville Jazz Workshop\, 1012 Buchanan St\, Nashville\, TN\, 372 08\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/jazz-am-x-story-soundz/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20260905T163000Z DTEND:20260905T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000288-1788607800-1788618600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-09-05/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tiny Beatz DTSTART:20260912T153000Z DTEND:20260912T163000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T183327Z UID:10000781-1789209000-1789212600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:family,music DESCRIPTION:Join us for Tiny Beatz\, a hands-on music and movement program designed for young learners! Children will explore rhythm\, sound\, and c reativity through playful music-making and movement activities. \nEXPERIEN CE THE PROGRAM: \nRhythm Exploration – Discover the joy of making music through hands-on rhythm activities \nMovement & Music – Develop coordina tion and confidence through playful movement exercises \nCreative Sound-Ma king – Explore different sounds and instruments in an interactive enviro nment \nListening Skills – Build essential listening and musical awarene ss through engaging activities \nAdmission is free with registration \n  \nRegister Today LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T183327Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/tiny-beatz-6/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20260912T163000Z DTEND:20260912T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000289-1789212600-1789223400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-09-12/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shared Roots: NMAAM Welcomes AMERICANAFEST 2026 DTSTART:20260915T210000Z DTEND:20260916T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T052417Z UID:10000769-1789488000-1789498800@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:festival,music DESCRIPTION:AMERICANAFEST 2026 opens where the music begins. Join the Nati onal Museum of African American Music and the Americana Music Association for a special evening celebrating the shared legacy that connects Black mu sic to the heart of Americana. \nThe evening features remarks from Jed Hil ly\, Executive Director of the Americana Music Association\, and NMAAM Boa rd Member Shannon Sanders\; a featured display of the Americana Music Asso ciation Legacy of Americana Award\; a performance by Ruby Amanfu honoring the legacy of Paul Kwami and the Fisk Jubilee Singers\; and a full-band se t from rising Americana Soul artist Kenny Sharp. \nBefore the performances \, before the conference\, and before the awards\, we first honor the lega cy from which Americana continues to grow. \nSeats are first come\, first served. Free admission with RSVP. \nRSVP Here \nGet AMERICANAFEST Wristban ds LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T052417Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/shared-roots-americanafest-2026/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Ruthie Foster: In Conversation + Artifact Reveal DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T052417Z UID:10000770-1789732800-1789740000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts,music DESCRIPTION:Spend an intimate afternoon with Grammy-winning artist\, Ruthi e Foster\, whose voice has become one of the most powerful in American roo ts and blues music. \nThe conversation\, moderated by Celia Gregory\, is f ollowed by a permanent artifact donation reveal celebrating Foster’s las ting impact on the genre\, timed to the release of her new album. The reve al marks a significant addition to the museum’s growing collection of co ntemporary roots and blues history. \nSeats are first come\, first served. Free admission with RSVP. \nRSVP Here \nGet AMERICANAFEST Wristbands LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T052417Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/ruthie-foster-in-conversation-artifact-rev eal/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bobby Rush: King of the Chitlin' Circuit — Film Screening & Q&A DTSTART:20260918T200000Z DTEND:20260919T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T052417Z UID:10000771-1789743600-1789758000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:Step inside the story of a blues legend. Join Grammy winner an d Blues Hall of Famer Bobby Rush for an AMERICANAFEST screening of his new documentary\, King of the Chitlin’ Circuit\, produced by Mississippi Pu blic Broadcasting. \nThe evening begins with a reception and museum welcom e before moving into the theater for the screening. The film follows the 9 2-year-old across seven decades — from Southern juke joints and the Chit lin’ Circuit to international stages\, film roles\, and a new PBS spotli ght. Following the screening\, Rush joins NMAAM’s Dr. Dexter Evans for a guided conversation and audience Q&A\, closing with a photo and meet-and- greet. \nAn immersive afternoon inside the story\, sound\, and legacy of t he blues as a foundation of Americana and Black music. \nSeats are first c ome\, first served. Free admission with RSVP. \nRSVP Here \nGet AMERICANAF EST Wristbands LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T052417Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/bobby-rush-king-of-the-chitlin-circuit-fil m-screening-qa/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20260919T163000Z DTEND:20260919T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000290-1789817400-1789828200@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-09-19/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Joy Oladokun: Music\, Story & Legacy DTSTART:20260919T190000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T052417Z UID:10000772-1789826400-1789833600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts,music DESCRIPTION:Join one of music’s most compelling genre-defying voices for an unforgettable afternoon. In advance of her new album Hope Is A Heavy T hing\, Joy Oladokun reflects on identity\, resilience\, and belonging thro ugh an intimate conversation and live performance. \nThe event culminates with the unveiling of a permanent museum artifact honoring her impact on m usic and culture. \nSeats are first come\, first served. Free admission wi th RSVP. \nRSVP Here \nGet AMERICANAFEST Wristbands LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T052417Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/joy-oladokun-music-story-legacy/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20260926T163000Z DTEND:20260926T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000291-1790422200-1790433000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-09-26/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261003T163000Z DTEND:20261003T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000292-1791027000-1791037800@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-10-03/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nissan Free Wednesdays DTSTART:20261007T150000Z DTEND:20261007T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T052315Z UID:10000709-1791367200-1791392400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admissio n Days\, sponsored by our generous partner\, the Nissan Foundation. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month\, enjoy complimentary acce ss to the museum galleries. \nOn these days\, simply show up\, check in at the front desk\, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of Afr ican American music at no cost! \n\n\n\nRFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 .00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T052315Z LOCATION:NMAAM\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/nissan-free-wednesdays-2/2026-10-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema DTSTART:20261007T203000Z DTEND:20261007T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000563-1791387000-1791394200@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:SOUNDS IN CINEMA  \nWhere film meets music history. Join us f or curated documentary screenings that explore the intersection of African American music and cinema\, featuring authentic industry conversations an d special guest appearances. Part of our Nissan Free Wednesdays programmin g\, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists\, pro ducers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nFr ee admission | Presented by Nissan \nABOUT NISSAN FREE WEDNESDAYS \n\nExpe rience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days\, sponsor ed by our generous partner\, Nissan. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednes day of the month\, all visitors enjoy complimentary access to the museum g alleries. On these days\, simply show up and immerse yourself in the histo ry and influence of African American music at no cost! \n\nRFID Interactiv e Wristbands are $5.00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/5678/2026-10-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Finding Home | Songs of Love & Justice Benefit Concert DTSTART:20261010T000000Z DTEND:20261010T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T183159Z UID:10000773-1791572400-1791579600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:music DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Cheryl Slay Carr\nFinding Home: Songs of Love and Justice\nA Benefit Concert Supporting I Am Next  \nDate: Friday\, Oct ober 9\, 2026\nDoors Open: 6:15 PM\nConcert: 7:00 PM\nLocation: Amplify Lo unge | National Museum of African American Music | 510 Broadway Nashville\ , TN 37207 \nJoin us for Finding Home: Songs of Love and Justice\, a power ful evening of music\, storytelling\, and community led by acclaimed vocal ist Cheryl Slay Carr and featured guest artists\, Kim Lannear and MarQo “Q” Patton. \nFinding Home explores the many meanings of “home”— from love and identity to resilience\, faith\, justice\, and belonging. Ea ch song becomes part of a larger musical journey\, inviting audiences to r eflect on the places\, people\, and experiences that shape who we are and where we find a sense of home. \nPresented as a benefit performance suppor ting I Am Next\, Finding Home is more than a concert—it is an evening ro oted in the power of music to connect us\, inspire us\, and move us toward a more just and compassionate future. \nCome find your way home. \nAbout I Am Next:\nI Am Next  supports youth aging out of foster care by empower ing youth with the resources\, relationships and much-needed time to find their footing and build lasting stability.\nFor more information\, visit: https://iamnext.org/what-we-do/. \n510 Broadway Nashville\, TN 37207\nDisc ounted parking available on-site. \nPurchase Tickets Here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T183159Z URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/finding-home-songs-of-love-justice-jazz-co ncert/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261010T163000Z DTEND:20261010T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000293-1791631800-1791642600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-10-10/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whitney Houston's Faith and Genius - Book Launch & Conversation wi th Emily Lordi and Ann Powers DTSTART:20261010T190000Z DTEND:20261010T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T183418Z UID:10000775-1791640800-1791644400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join author and cultural critic Emily Lordi for a thought-prov oking conversation with acclaimed music journalist Ann Powers celebrating the release of Holding Lightning. Drawing on extensive research and unprec edented access to Whitney Houston’s inner circle\, Lordi reexamines Hous ton’s life\, artistry\, faith\, and enduring cultural legacy in this boo k. Together\, they will explore Houston’s impact on Black music\, celebr ity\, and American culture\, offering fresh insight into one of the most i nfluential artists of all time. \nThis free public event will take place i n the Roots Theater.\nPre-registration is appreciated. \nREGISTER TO ATTEN D LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T183418Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/holding-lightning/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261017T163000Z DTEND:20261017T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000294-1792236600-1792247400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-10-17/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261024T163000Z DTEND:20261024T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000295-1792841400-1792852200@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-10-24/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261031T163000Z DTEND:20261031T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000296-1793446200-1793457000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-10-31/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nissan Free Wednesdays DTSTART:20261104T160000Z DTEND:20261104T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T052315Z UID:10000710-1793786400-1793811600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admissio n Days\, sponsored by our generous partner\, the Nissan Foundation. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month\, enjoy complimentary acce ss to the museum galleries. \nOn these days\, simply show up\, check in at the front desk\, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of Afr ican American music at no cost! \n\n\n\nRFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 .00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T052315Z LOCATION:NMAAM\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/nissan-free-wednesdays-2/2026-11-04/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema DTSTART:20261104T213000Z DTEND:20261104T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000564-1793806200-1793813400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:SOUNDS IN CINEMA  \nWhere film meets music history. Join us f or curated documentary screenings that explore the intersection of African American music and cinema\, featuring authentic industry conversations an d special guest appearances. Part of our Nissan Free Wednesdays programmin g\, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists\, pro ducers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nFr ee admission | Presented by Nissan \nABOUT NISSAN FREE WEDNESDAYS \n\nExpe rience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days\, sponsor ed by our generous partner\, Nissan. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednes day of the month\, all visitors enjoy complimentary access to the museum g alleries. On these days\, simply show up and immerse yourself in the histo ry and influence of African American music at no cost! \n\nRFID Interactiv e Wristbands are $5.00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/5678/2026-11-04/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261107T173000Z DTEND:20261107T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000297-1794051000-1794061800@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-11-07/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261114T173000Z DTEND:20261114T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000298-1794655800-1794666600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-11-14/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261121T173000Z DTEND:20261121T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000299-1795260600-1795271400@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-11-21/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Heartbeat Saturdays DTSTART:20261128T173000Z DTEND:20261128T203000Z DTSTAMP:20260730T185011Z UID:10000300-1795865400-1795876200@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:community,music DESCRIPTION:Join us every Saturday in the NMAAM lobby from 11:30 AM to 2:3 0 PM for Heartbeat Saturday\, a curated event that is free and open to the public. Experience vibrant music and community engagement with our reside nt DJ\, Smoke! \nDJ Smoke is a dynamic force in the music scene\, known fo r blending contemporary beats with classic tracks to create an unforgettab le atmosphere. With a keen ear for rhythm and an unmatched ability to read the crowd\, DJ Smoke transforms every performance into a high-energy expe rience. \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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T185011Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/heartbeat-saturdays/2026-11-28/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nissan Free Wednesdays DTSTART:20261202T160000Z DTEND:20261202T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T052315Z UID:10000711-1796205600-1796230800@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admissio n Days\, sponsored by our generous partner\, the Nissan Foundation. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month\, enjoy complimentary acce ss to the museum galleries. \nOn these days\, simply show up\, check in at the front desk\, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of Afr ican American music at no cost! \n\n\n\nRFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 .00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T052315Z LOCATION:NMAAM\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/nissan-free-wednesdays-2/2026-12-02/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema DTSTART:20261202T213000Z DTEND:20261202T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260804T060224Z UID:10000565-1796225400-1796232600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:SOUNDS IN CINEMA  \nWhere film meets music history. Join us f or curated documentary screenings that explore the intersection of African American music and cinema\, featuring authentic industry conversations an d special guest appearances. Part of our Nissan Free Wednesdays programmin g\, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists\, pro ducers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nFr ee admission | Presented by Nissan \nABOUT NISSAN FREE WEDNESDAYS \n\nExpe rience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days\, sponsor ed by our generous partner\, Nissan. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednes day of the month\, all visitors enjoy complimentary access to the museum g alleries. On these days\, simply show up and immerse yourself in the histo ry and influence of African American music at no cost! \n\nRFID Interactiv e Wristbands are $5.00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T060224Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/5678/2026-12-02/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nissan Free Wednesdays DTSTART:20270106T160000Z DTEND:20270106T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260817T052315Z UID:10000712-1799229600-1799254800@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admissio n Days\, sponsored by our generous partner\, the Nissan Foundation. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month\, enjoy complimentary acce ss to the museum galleries. \nOn these days\, simply show up\, check in at the front desk\, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of Afr ican American music at no cost! \n\n\n\nRFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 .00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T052315Z LOCATION:NMAAM\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/nissan-free-wednesdays-2/2027-01-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NMAAM Presents: Sounds In Cinema DTSTART:20270106T213000Z DTEND:20270106T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T062910Z UID:10000566-1799249400-1799256600@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:film DESCRIPTION:SOUNDS IN CINEMA  \nWhere film meets music history. Join us f or curated documentary screenings that explore the intersection of African American music and cinema\, featuring authentic industry conversations an d special guest appearances. Part of our Nissan Free Wednesdays programmin g\, these screenings often include live discussions with the artists\, pro ducers\, and music professionals who created the stories we preserve. \nFr ee admission | Presented by Nissan \nABOUT NISSAN FREE WEDNESDAYS \n\nExpe rience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admission Days\, sponsor ed by our generous partner\, Nissan. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednes day of the month\, all visitors enjoy complimentary access to the museum g alleries. On these days\, simply show up and immerse yourself in the histo ry and influence of African American music at no cost! \n\nRFID Interactiv e Wristbands are $5.00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T062910Z LOCATION:National Museum of African American Music\, 510 Broadway\, Nashvi lle\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/5678/2027-01-06/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nissan Free Wednesdays DTSTART:20270203T160000Z DTEND:20270203T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T062910Z UID:10000713-1801648800-1801674000@www.nmaam.org CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Experience NMAAM without the cost on our special Free Admissio n Days\, sponsored by our generous partner\, the Nissan Foundation. \nFree Wednesdays: Every first Wednesday of the month\, enjoy complimentary acce ss to the museum galleries. \nOn these days\, simply show up\, check in at the front desk\, and immerse yourself in the history and influence of Afr ican American music at no cost! \n\n\n\nRFID Interactive Wristbands are $5 .00 each on Nissan Free Wednesdays and Community Days. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T062910Z LOCATION:NMAAM\, 510 Broadway\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States URL:https://www.nmaam.org/event/nissan-free-wednesdays-2/2027-02-03/ X-SOURCE-NAME:NMAAM X-SOURCE-URL:https://nmaam.org/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR