The first thing is that there is a short film that gives a short, but good history of black/African/American history.
Following that are several rooms of photos, short stories, some projected, of history and earliest to current black musicians. One fun experience was getting to be part of a local choir singing Oh Happy Day! Your faces become part of the choir!
Very interesting is a circular exhibit where dozens of black singers are shown. You press on anyone and hear them sing, but also learn who their influencers, followers, and peers were/are. Basically, you learn the progression of African/American music.
Another interesting and fun interactive display is one in which you get to pick a rural or urban setting, the subject of the song….they give 3 to choose from….and then how such a song progresses.
Besides being educational, this museum is fun! Not only singers are included, but those musicians, like well known Louis Armstrong and lesser known ones. We didn’t get through the entire museum in the 90 minutes we were there.
I needed more time for the jazz, R&B and rap sections. Give yourself 2 hours for the best experience. I highly recommend this museum for any lovers of music.