Upcoming Events at MIM

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  Jun. 01

  Saturday 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

  Get the Beat! World Drumming Series: Rhythms of Asia

  $12 per class

  Join the circle and get the beat! Each month, Frank Thompson, founder of AZ Rhythm Connection, offers a chance to experience community drumming for all levels, from absolute beginners to enthusiastic professionals. Each fun, relaxing, and family-friendly session will highlight a new culture or genre, plus provide plenty…

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  Jun. 16

  Sunday 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  Beat It! Family Drumming Workshop

  Tickets: $12 (Museum admission may be purchased separately.)

  Come catch the rhythm and learn the basics of African, Latin, and pop-music hand drumming with master instructor Frank Thompson. This workshop will be fun and relaxing—a great chance to make music and rhythm together. After basic instruction, the session will end with a thrilling jam session. All…

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  Jul. 01 – Jul. 31

  Monday – Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  July is Educator Appreciation Month at MIM

  At the Musical Instrument Museum (MIM), we believe that educators are both leaders in their communities and vital educational partners of the museum. When informal educational institutions, such as MIM, unite with formal educators, our mutual goal of a strong, informed community is greatly enhanced.
  In that spirit,…

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  Jul. 13

  Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  Experience France

  Free with museum admission, free for Circle of Friends

  Celebrate French music and culture in honor of Bastille Day! Enjoy live music performances and hands-on activities, shop for French merchandise at the Museum Store, and indulge in a French-inspired menu at the MIM Café. Vive la France!
  Sponsored by

  Supported by…

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  Jul. 14

  Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  Experience France

  Free with museum admission, free for Circle of Friends

  Celebrate French music and culture in honor of Bastille Day! Enjoy live music performances and hands-on activities, shop for French merchandise at the Museum Store, and indulge in a French-inspired menu at the MIM Café. Vive la France!
  Sponsored by

  Supported by…

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  Jul. 20

  Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

  Teachers’ Preview Day

  Free for Arizona K‒12 educators, administrators, principals, registered student teachers, and homeschool educators

  In 2012, some twenty-eight thousand school tour participants toured MIM. Now, we are excited to share what is in store for 2013‒2014. Relax with colleagues over light refreshments and enjoy a live musical performance by the Kawambe-Omowale African Drum and Dance Theatre. Enjoy the chance to tour the…

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  Jul. 21

  Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  Teachers’ Preview Day

  Free for Arizona K‒12 educators, administrators, principals, registered student teachers, and homeschool educators

  In 2012, some twenty-eight thousand school tour participants toured MIM. Now, we are excited to share what is in store for 2013‒2014. Relax with colleagues over light refreshments and enjoy a live musical performance by the Kawambe-Omowale African Drum and Dance Theatre. Enjoy the chance to tour the…