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- Andra ZapartanMarch 5, 2016Absolutely fabulous! I didn't expect to be so impressed with this museum, but I was blown away. It's extremely well organized and there's a lot of info to take in. Allow 6h for visiting this museum.
- Laura PanthoferApril 2, 2015Amazing collection of instruments and a cool place to visit. Make sure to allow for a few hours to visit since there is so much to see.
- JASON FOWLERDecember 2, 2016If your in Phoenix Az this is a must stop. Musical instruments from every country. Well will go back we never made it through the whole exhibit.
- Robin WhiteJuly 19, 2019allow yourself at least 3 or 4 hours and you still won’t complete it all. The special exhibit on the history of the electric guitar was great. If you like music of any kind I highly recommend
- jeff scultDecember 28, 2014If you believe music is a thread of global nonverbal communication, that helps define a world culture, and you are a curious sort, this is for u. One of the best museums on the planet.
- Julie KOctober 12, 2019Wow. What a pleasant surprise for a museum. We spent about three hours here and easily could have spent the whole day if we had the time. The Artist Gallery was a favorite.
- Meghan NorrisNovember 12, 2018Listen to music from over 200 different countries. You'll walk through each exhibit with headphones so this exhibit is good to visit if traveling alone. Each month they have a special exhibit as well.
- Sandy PiehlMarch 7, 2023The interactive aspect with the head phones really immersed you to the instruments. The sound of the instruments and the history .
- Ben BloomgrenNovember 13, 2015You cannot come to this place too many times. Even as a totally blind person, the experience is phenomenal as long as you come with a sighted person, or get a docent to tour with you.
- This is a very nice, seemingly very well-funded museum. It’s beautiful. The gift shop is dangerously good. The exhibits are a delight.
- Doug BaerJanuary 7, 2016Very well done museum w/ vast collection. If you're not looking for anything in particular, start on the 2nd floor w/Africa and work around
- MIM is an essential Phoenix stop! Get here early, take your time. Take a break for lunch in their terrific café. And have fun banging gongs, taiko, and gamelan in the Experience Music room!
- Danny ImesNovember 12, 2013If you like to learn in an exciting way, then this is a great venue. It has history, events and hands on activities. The event that showcased iconic women was interesting.
- The Ritz-CarltonSeptember 19, 2012With 15,000 instruments from 200 countries, the Musical Instruments Museum has exhibits dating back 7,000 years. Clever technology lets you hear (and see) them in historical context. Essential.
- Phoenix New TimesJanuary 3, 20132012 Best of Phoenix Winner: Best Use of Technology in a Museum! Each display senses when you and your headphones approach and plays the appropriate video and audio! Read more
- Geof NewsumDecember 30, 2018Expect to stay longer than you planned. Everything is fascinating and well presented.
- Brendon BiegelMarch 26, 2012Take your time and enjoy the exhibits, then make your way to the Experience Gallery where you can actually try some instruments out. If possible see a performance in their auditorium.
- Gordon WrightApril 11, 2017This is interesting even to kids and non-music people. It's just really well done and you can pace it however you like.
- Amber TriniereAugust 3, 2013Very awesome please to visit.Your actually allowed to touch the instruments and learn new songs from them, and they have concerts tickets are only $25!
- Black Widow MusicSeptember 1, 2014A little bit of everything is here and something sure to suit your fancy in some way.
- Jenna MariFebruary 14, 2013Be sure not to miss the Experience Gallery and a bang on the gong. What a great way to get kids excited about music from around the world.
- Aly ChandonnetJuly 26, 2013Amazing place! Should leave plenty of time to experience the whole museum. As a musician its heaven on earth
- Excellent concerts; you’re truly missing out if you don’t check out their schedule - 250+ a year!
- Juan MoralesJune 16, 2015Definitely a must see. The only Music Instrument Museum to feature instruments from almost every country.
- David WillmoreJuly 28, 2017Definitely check out the Artist Gallery - diverse collection of eras, styles, and artifacts
- Kelly H.December 31, 2013There is no "bad seat" in this venue. You are very close to the stage no matter where you sit. Great concerts!
- Kimberly QuinonezNovember 16, 2013Take tour in this eclectic atmosphere of music instrument appreciation. Go with an open mind. Have fun!
- Musical Instrument Museum - MIMAugust 3, 2011Check our website (http://themim.org) for free-with-admission Museum Encounters and other events. And don't forget to grab a program at Guest Service to see who's coming to the MIM Music Theater.
- Mark ForscherJune 29, 2013Go on a Thursday. The museum was practically empty and we spent as long as we wanted in the Experience Gallery playing the instruments.
- Musical Instrument Museum - MIMAugust 3, 2011Don't miss the Artist Gallery, featuring instruments by the likes of Elvis Presley, Carlos Santana, George Benson, Paul Simon, John Lennon, and Eric Clapton (http://themim.org/about/artist-gallery).
- David LaSpalutoNovember 10, 2012Participates in Bank of America Program: free access to BoA/Merrill Lynch card holders, 1st full weekend each month. Show card & ID for 1 free general admission/visit
- Manuel D'argenceJune 28, 2015Come with enough time. It takes longer than it seems but it's totally worth it.
- Nancy GarrettDecember 10, 2012Plan to spend at least four hours. Break the day up with a lunch in the cafeteria - the food is excellent.
- David WillmoreJuly 28, 2017Expect to spend a full day here. It’s easy to get sucked in and realize that 8 hours have just flown by
- Shelby StaatsFebruary 14, 2013On the second Saturday of every month, those who bank with Bank of America, get in free!
- Beautiful facilty and fantastic collection of musical instruments! $15 for a museum that you can spend the whole day in is not bad.