American Banjo Museum

Museum Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

What to expect

The American Banjo Museum is a musical instrument museum showcasing the history of the banjo, with a collection of over 400 instruments, including banjos from the 1600s to the present. The museum's exhibits cover the rise of the banjo from its African-American origins to its acceptance in mainstream American culture, including its role in ragtime and jazz. The museum also features multimedia displays and interactive exhibits, making it a great place for families to learn about the history and cultural significance of the banjo

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the American Banjo Museum, exploring the largest collection of banjos on display

Highlights: The museum was interesting, and the kids liked trying out different types of banjos ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the museum's collection of banjos, including the accurate history of where the banjo and banjo style music came from, and tried to play a few different banjos in the music lab

Highlights: We had a really great time at this museum! ✨