National Blues Museum

Full of blues history, neatly displayed. Friendly staff. Unfortunately many of the electronic interactive devices did not work.

I loved everything about this museum. The history, the art, the fun activities. The only disappointment I had was that all the stations to create our own blues album weren't working, so I never got my completed album via email even though we did all the working stations. They do a curated gallery that one can only assume they change out with new artists. It is a fairly new addition to downtown. Take it all in, watch all the videos, take lots of pictures, and read all the history. Well worth the admissions fee, but you do get $5 off admission if you eat at Sugarfire (attached) BEFORE you visit the museum (see the bottom of your food receipt).

Very nice exbits and artwork. Well done history of blues in America. Self guided tour takes about 45 min. to a hour. I gave this only 3 stars because I think the entry price of $30. is a little steep and I was hoping to pick up something form the gift shop but it had little to nothing of interest to purchase.

A great little museum where to learn about St. Louis cultural legacy and blues roots. Very well presented collection of items and interactive displays allows us to understand a little closer the meaning of blues. Highly recommend and a great place for children. Not to miss!

Small but so well done! So many interactive exhibits you can spend hours just playing around with those. Several great films to watch. Great displays and the staff were wonderful, over the top friendly! I was very surprised with the gift shop. Finding a gift shop that is not overpriced is a shock these days. If you are in the city make the time to stop in. Totally worth the time. Plus the location is great for food and drinks afterwards.

Incredible way to spend an afternoon! Give yourself more than an hour so you can read and listen all you like. So much history. Great tunes. Interactive exhibits. Reminders of musicians you've loved and forgotten over the years. The museum is taking COVID precautions and you're asked to book tickets starting at a particular time and to wear a face mask. The employee at the front desk was so genuinely sweet and really brightened my day.

I had a wonderful time at the National Blues Museum. I've always considered myself a connoisseur of music popular within the Black community, but I could never make the distinction between Blues and Soul and, after this visit, I learned so much and now understand. The interactive panels weren't all working, but the ones that did were so stimulating and made you feel like a real musician, and I really dug now an entire gallery was open for local artists to contribute their works in paying homage to the Blues greats. It was so meaningful to be educated on lesser-known artists within the Blues genre. Their hits that were more popularly covered by others were amplified and showcased, and the artifacts were breathtaking. Attached is a live music venue with incredible musicians performing and is very well-attended. I have to give a very special shoutout to the manager on duty that day for helping me get in touch with a former St. Louis musician who helped foster my love of Soul and Blues. They were so encouraging and accommodating to where I should visit and who I should contact next. The staff top to bottom were wonderful. Thank you all for such a meaningful, lively visit!

Had great time here at the blues museum! The Bob Marley tribute was wonderful! Staff very welcoming and the environment relaxing. ❤️💯