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American Banjo Museum, Oklahoma City

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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.

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By rhowell92

I took our senior adult Sunday school class there today. They did a group presentation and then a self guided tour. It’s really amazing the banjos on display. You don’t have to be a musician to...

I took our senior adult Sunday school class there today. They did a group presentation and then a self guided tour. It’s really amazing the banjos on display. You don’t have to be a musician to... more »
By David W

I first visited the American Banjo Museum when it was located in Guthrie, Oklahoma. It was really good then. It was then moved to Bricktown in Oklahoma City. I had dinner at the Bricktown Brewery...

I first visited the American Banjo Museum when it was located in Guthrie, Oklahoma. It was really good then. It was then moved to Bricktown in Oklahoma City. I had dinner at the Bricktown Brewery... more »
By marksV4905TT

We arrived late in the afternoon and had the place to ourselves. The staff couldn't have been nicer and chatted us with, answered our questions, and let us wander around at our own pace. A great...

We arrived late in the afternoon and had the place to ourselves. The staff couldn't have been nicer and chatted us with, answered our questions, and let us wander around at our own pace. A great... more »

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By Tripp Simon

This banjo museum was really fun to see. I highly recommend walking through it if you have time. With two floors of banjo history this place is the best thing to do if you have a few hours to kill. Once you are done you can go get some food at abuelas. You can also learn to play the banjo and buy one while at the museum.

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By Alphonse Morin

This place is amazing. They have a ton of banjos of all types and eras, and even if it isn't your musical style, the history and how it relates to jazz is really interesting.

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By Doug's Bass Place

What a great museum! Each display is a stunning work of art. I lost count of how many times I said, "Wow!" If you are into music, art, banjo picking, or just looking for something out of the ordinary, I can't recommend the American Banjo Museum enough. Also, the woman working the front counter is a peach! Thanks for a great visit!

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By Rogelio Vega

Small museum but very nice from inside with a lot of history to learn , in the end before you leave the gentleman in the front desk will play the banjo for you, I really recommend this place to learn a little bit of American history

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By E Saasta

Friendly, warm, knowledgeable people on staff this rainy Tuesday. My toddler and I went in on a whim. Impressive collection and exhibits. The banjos are incredible! The intricacies on instruments over 100 years old beyond impressive… we learned a lot and had fun. I want to learn to play now. I recommend you check it out for yourself.

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