Located in the Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District in Kansas City, MO, the American Jazz Museum showcases the sights and sounds of jazz through interactive exhibits and films, the Changing Gallery exhibit space, Horace M. Peterson III Visitors Center, Blue Room jazz club and Gem Theater. Since its inception in 1997, the Museum hosts thousands of students, scholars, musicians and fans of the arts for over 200 performances, education programs, special exhibitions, community events and more each year, providing an opportunity to learn about the legends, honor their legacy, or simply enjoy the sounds of modern day jazz.
American Jazz Museum
1616 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Missouri
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1616 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Missouri
Art Museums, Historic Sites & Museums, Museums, Showtime
Accessible:yes
Downtown/Midtown/Plaza
$ (Under $40 for 4), $$ (Over $40 for 4)
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