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American Jazz Museum

The American Jazz Museum opened in 1997 in the 18th & Vine Jazz District of Kansas City, in a building it shares with the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Its exhibits cover the history of jazz with a focus on Kansas City and include Charlie Parker's alto saxophone; the Blue Room is a working jazz club with live music.

Good to know

Opening hours: Mon closedTue–Sat 10:00–17:00Sun 12:00–17:00

Hours checked October 15, 2026 · source americanjazzmuseum.org

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City passes that include this place. Sold for a whole trip, not for one visit.

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When to go

Today’s hoursAll weekHide week

MonClosed

Tue10:00–17:00

Wed10:00–17:00

Thu10:00–17:00

Fri10:00–17:00

Sat10:00–17:00

Sun12:00–17:00

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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum

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Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of American Jazz Museum?

Opening hours: Mon closed · Tue–Sat 10:00–17:00 · Sun 12:00–17:00.

Is American Jazz Museum included in a city pass?

Yes. Entry is included in Kansas City Attractions Pass.

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