The New Orleans Jazz Museum is a vibrant celebration of jazz, paying homage to the music that was born in this iconic city. With its dynamic interactive exhibits, engaging musical performances, and multigenerational educational programming, the museum explores the music that New Orleans made famous in all its forms. Housed in the historic Old U.

S. Mint, strategically located at the intersection of the French Quarter and the Frenchmen Street live music corridor, the New Orleans Jazz Museum is at the heart of the city's vibrant music scene. The museum boasts the largest and most comprehensive collection of jazz artifacts in the world, with over 25,000 museum artifacts.

Through partnerships with local, national, and international educational institutions, the New Orleans Jazz Museum promotes the global understanding of jazz as one of the most innovative and historically pivotal musical art forms in world history. Additionally, the museum hosts more than 365 concerts annually, along with 15+ festivals held on its fabulous grounds. The Performance Center on the 3rd floor of the museum incorporates production, recording, and web broadcasting of live music and theatrical performances.

It serves as a platform to link the artifacts and exhibits with the living musical and cultural traditions of the region. Expanding its educational programming, the New Orleans Jazz Museum actively engages with K-12 schools, universities, and adults to offer lifelong learning opportunities. Collaborating with organizations like the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, the museum provides rich historical context and immersion in jazz through presentations, exhibits, and concerts.

Visitors can immerse themselves in the history and legacy of jazz at the New Orleans Jazz Museum, located at 400 Esplanade Ave. Whether you're a jazz enthusiast or simply appreciate the power of music, this museum is a must-visit destination to experience the magic of jazz in its birthplace