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American Banjo Museum

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Celebrate America's instrument - the banjo

Description

The American Banjo Museum is a world-class 21,000 square foot facility honoring the rich history, vibrant spirit and unlimited future of the banjo. The museum contains more than 300 instruments, the largest collection on public display in the world. Examples include replicas of primitive banjos developed by African slaves in the Old South, Minstrel Age instruments from 19th century, post WWII instruments used in bluegrass, folk and world music, and museum’s core collection of ornately decorated banjos made in America during the Jazz Age of the 1920’s and 30s.

Mission

Dedicated to preserving and promoting the music and heritage of America's instrument - the banjo.

Address: 9 E Sheridan Ave, Oklahoma City 73104
Phone: (405) 604-2793
Email: moc.muesumojnabnacirema@stneve
State: OK
City: Oklahoma City
Street Number: 9 E Sheridan Ave
Zip Code: 73104
categories: museum, nonprofit organization


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