Instruments played by the heroes of folk, blues, and bluegrass music

See a once-in-a-lifetime collection of 90 historic stringed instruments—mandolins, guitars, banjos, ukuleles, and more—that have shaped generations of American music since before the Civil War. Learn More »

Winter/Spring Concert Series On Sale December 7!

Become a member today to enjoy exclusive presale access to the Winter/Spring 2024 Concert Series! To get the latest announcements as artists are added throughout the season, sign up to receive concert news. Learn More »

We’re Open! 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Daily

Travel the world through music in MIM’s Geographic Galleries, get a close-up look at instruments played by influential artists in the Artist Gallery, and have fun making some music of your own in the Experience Gallery. Reserve your entry tickets online today! Learn More »

A World of Music Awaits

You love music—so do we. Become a member today and support MIM’s mission all year! Members enjoy exclusive benefits, including unlimited museum admission, free admission to monthly Signature Events, 10% off at the Museum Store, subscription to Quarter Notes, and more! Learn More »

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“I think it’s an exquisite museum. . . . it has an energy that is uniquely special.”

—Herb Alpert

Community Champion (2020)

“MIM is people, culture, music, humanity. It is the first time in a long time I have felt that there is more that connects us than divides us. . . . Music is the voice of the soul.”

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Explore a world of music, connect with your heritage, and see over 4,200 instruments on display from every corner of the globe.

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MIM’s Music Theater

MIM presents a wide variety of concerts in its comfortable acoustically superb 300-seat theater. Approximately 200 artists appear each year, including many who have rarely, if ever, been seen in Phoenix.

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