Special Exhibitions at the National Music Museum
The Jason and Betsy Groves Special Exhibition Gallery
Of Thee I Sing
Origin, Heritage and Patriotism
Experience America’s story through the musical instruments that helped shape our nation.
“Of Thee I Sing: Origin, Heritage and Patriotism” explores instruments from Native traditions, colonial America, immigrant makers and patriotic artistry to see how music is reflected in the diverse paths that formed the United States.
Open March 20, 2026
Mar. 22, 2024 - Dec. 31, 2025
HIGH STRUNG
FIVE CENTURIES OF STRINGED KEYBOARD INSTRUMENTS
“High Strung: Five Centuries of Stringed Keyboard Instruments” explores the form, function and development of keyboard instruments from early harpsichords to the modern piano. The special exhibition brings together nearly 20 keyboard instruments from the NMM’s collections - some of which have never before been on exhibit.
NMM Goes Electric! interprets the history of electric stringed instruments through objects from the National Music Museum's permanent collections, including many that have never previously been highlighted! From the early 1900s to the digital era, join us on a journey through the history of electric guitars, violins, banjolines, and more.
Oct 1 - Dec 13, 2021
NMM Goes Electric!
A story of Electrified Strings