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Explore the world of music with our immersive and interactive exhibits for students, along with originals films, rare artifacts and our permanent exhibit Sonic Playground!
The GRAMMY Museum offers educational school tours for students K-12 and educators.
All visitors ages 17 and under are now free!
Reservations Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more. Group admission is not guaranteed without reservations.
House Rules We ask that all guests be aware of and follow a few simple rules:
Location & Parking: The GRAMMY Museum is located at 800 W. Olympic Blvd. Ste. A245 Los Angeles, CA. 90015 in the LA Live Complex at the corner of Figueroa Street and Olympic Boulevard. The Museum does NOT provide parking but check out our Directions & Parking information for parking options, including bus parking. Large groups may get dropped off and picked up at the Museum entrance on Figueroa Street.
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For any questions or concerns, you may contact us via email, Group Sales.
Please schedule all school tours that include a workshop no less than 21 days in advance. If your group would like a tour of the Museum only, please schedule 7 days in advance.
The GRAMMY Museum accepts American Express, MasterCard, Visa, ACH Payments and school checks. Payment must be made in full at least one week prior to your visit.
The GRAMMY Museum asks that there be at least 35 students in your group when booking a workshop. For groups wishing to only tour the Museum, groups are considered 10 or more students. The Museum can accommodate groups of up to 200 students at a time, as long as they’re accompanied by at least one chaperone per every 10 students.
The GRAMMY Museum is perfect for students of all ages. In addition to workshops specifically targeting middle and high school students, we are happy to offer programs specifically for elementary students! For groups interested in a tour only, The GRAMMY Museum is happy to provide scavenger hunts for students of any age.
After being greeted by a GRAMMY Museum representative, all school groups will participate in a self-guided tour of the Museum. Groups can choose to add on an education workshop, a film screening that takes viewers behind the scenes of the GRAMMY Awards or participate in a Museum-wide scavenger hunt.
Yes, students may bring sack lunches to eat at Peacock Place. There are also several dining options on the L.A. LIVE campus.
Yes, in addition to Metro bus stops, the GRAMMY Museum is walking distance from the 7th/Metro and Pico Metro rail stations.
The Museum does not offer any parking for buses. Buses may drop-off and pick-up their students at Museum Entrance.
Yes, teachers with valid ID may prepare for a school tour by coming to the Museum free of charge. Additional guests will be charged full price. For more information about your free tour, please email groups@grammymuseum.org.
We offer workshops about the creative process such as Music Production, or topics covered in the classroom, like Music of the Civil Rights Movement, and our career-based programs like Songwriting 101 and Music Business 101, all of which provide students the opportunity to learn about various subjects through music.
GRAMMY Museum Education pre-scheduled workshops will take place on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. at the GRAMMY Museum. Workshops from the list may be requested on alternative days and times. Request for alternative dates and times is subject to availability.
Email groups@grammymuseum.org to book.
This workshop examines the unique evolution of hip-hop from its origin to where the genre is today. Highlighting the golden age of hip-hop, this lesson will provide students with a greater understanding of the struggles and triumphs of the genre.
Dates Offered:
February 26, 2026
Students will be introduced to the art of composing music for film, television, and video games. This
workshop explores how music enhances storytelling, creates mood, and brings visual narratives to life.
Participants will analyze examples from iconic scores and gain insight into the techniques composers use
to match music with imagery, dialogue, and emotions.
Dates Offered:
October 16, 2025
March 12, 2026
This workshop provides an overview of the richness and diversity of Latin music. Students will explore a
variety of styles and rhythms from different regions, including salsa, reggaetón, bachata, mariachi, and
more. By highlighting both traditional and contemporary expressions, the session emphasizes how Latin
music reflects culture, history, and innovation while continuing to shape today’s global music scene.
Dates Offered:
November 6, 2025
March 5, 2026
Building on the foundations of Music Production, this workshop dives deeper into the creative process
behind making music. Students will explore different workflows for developing ideas into complete
songs, from sketching beats and melodies to arranging, layering, and finalizing tracks. The session
highlights techniques producers use to stay creative, work efficiently, and bring their artistic vision to life.
Dates Offered:
March 26, 2026
A comprehensive survey and discussion covering a wide range of music careers and opportunities in
today’s music industry. Students will also learn tips on how to embark in a career in the industry.
Dates Offered:
April 9, 2026
Celebrate songs of protest and sounds of freedom with Music of the Civil Rights Movement. The
workshop discusses the climate of the nation leading up to and during the civil rights movement and
showcases both the political and musical leaders who helped change history.
Additionally, students are asked to look at how the popular music of today is used to rally the nation and inspire a fight for change.
Dates Offered:
February 5, 2026
Curators at the GRAMMY Museum lead a one-hour interactive workshop about the challenges of
exploring music in a non-profit museum setting. The workshop addresses central issues around working
with the for-profit music industry, curatorial interpretation and the goals of artists and management,
intellectual property, music clearances, fair use, and artist advocacy. The workshop also features the
perspectives of staff working on the museum’s public programs, digital media, communications, and
music clearances. Students will gain insights about how music museums and the music industry can
learn and benefit from one another
Dates Offered:
May 28, 2026
Students will learn the fundamentals of producing music using a digital audio workstation, including
beat-making, arranging, and mixing. The workshop also explores the role of the producer, the evolution
of production from vinyl to modern technology, and advanced techniques for shaping sound and refining
tracks. Participants will be encouraged to create their own beats while gaining insight into both the
creative and technical sides of production.
Dates Offered:
October 2, 2025
October 23, 2025
November 20, 2025
December 4, 2025
December 18, 2025
February 12, 2026
March 19, 2026
April 30, 2026
May 21, 2026
Read to the Rhythm is an interactive workshop pairing sight reading and music technology. This workshop invites participant to use aural as well as cognitive skills to play rhythmic figures. Those skills are then transferred to a Recording Program to create an original composition utilizing the information obtained. This fun experience encourages confidence, creativity while inspiring participants to collaborate with others.
Dates Offered:
May 7, 2026
Join the museum’s Denise Behrens as we learn about the science of sound, including the basics of waves and energy, the characteristics of sound such as loudness, pitch, and timbre, as well as an introduction to common musical instruments. Students will be encouraged to think like scientists as they experiment with sound and acoustics.
Dates Offered:
April 23, 2026
Students will participate in an interactive workshop where they will be introduced to different songwriting structures by analyzing popular music. Students will then participate in a songwriting exercise and will be encouraged to share their songs.
Dates Offered:
October 9, 2025
October 30, 2025
May 14, 2026
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