Museum of Making Music

Address: 5790 Armada Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008, United States
Phone: +1 760-438-5996
Services: From the business: Identifies as women-owned,
Highlights: Active military discounts, Live performances,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible toilet,
Amenities: Toilets,
Crowd: Family friendly, LGBTQ+ friendly, Transgender safe space,
Children: Good for kids,

Category: Museum, Event venue, Gift shop, History museum, Live music venue
Rating: 4.7
Site: https://museumofmakingmusic.org/
Worktime:

Day	Time
Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday	10 AM–5 PM
Thursday	10 AM–5 PM
Friday	10 AM–5 PM
Saturday	10 AM–5 PM
Sunday	10 AM–5 PM

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Name: J**** B*****
Date: 2024-06-08 22:05:22
Rating: 5
Comment: It was very interesting learning about the NAMM. Seeing the different instruments and equipment used in the music industry. It was great playing some of the instruments near the end of the museum. Highly recommend for any musician or music lover!

Name: M****** M
Date: 2024-05-27 16:40:23
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a great little museum with lots of musical instrument history. We enjoyed walking around and looking at all the various displays. There is a lot to learn at this museum.

Name: N*******
Date: 2024-05-15 06:34:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Kids loved making music! Great selection of instruments and opportunities to play them!

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Name: J*** L
Date: 2024-05-01 15:54:46
Rating: 5
Comment: A surprising little gem in Carlsbad! Very interactive with lots of instruments to play and packed with great information presented in creative ways. Kids are welcome and they have a great little room for them to explore and play instruments. We took our 3 1/2 year old granddaughter, who really enjoyed it.

Name: B** �****** R***
Date: 2024-04-23 22:51:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Very helpful kind staff, great atmosphere on a Sunday afternoon, and lovely instruments to both look at and demo.

Name: M** B****
Date: 2024-02-29 17:55:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun didnt even know it was there after living here for ever. Great music experience.

Name: J*** T*******
Date: 2024-02-15 15:29:28
Rating: 5
Comment: What an amazing place! It is tucked away on a beautiful hill overlooking the ocean. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and eager to share. And, there is a place for you to play some of them. Super fun

Name: G***** M*******
Date: 2024-01-19 01:07:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely fascinating and educational. The interactive nature, history and stories made the whole experience first class

Name: V** R*********
Date: 2024-01-16 04:42:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Great Hands-On museum of musical instruments. Grandkids loved it.

Name: M**** K*******
Date: 2024-01-13 20:30:42
Rating: 5
Comment: The Museum of Making Music is an enchanting haven for music enthusiasts of all ages. It captivates with its immersive atmosphere, allowing both children and adults to explore the world of music creation. Watching kids compose their melodies and witnessing the sheer delight on their faces adds an extra layer of magic to the experience. Every minute spent there is a symphony of creativity and joy, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking a harmonious blend of entertainment and musical exploration. 🎵✨

Name: H***** O*******
Date: 2024-01-05 20:14:41
Rating: 4
Comment: My kids enjoyed this museum! Especially all of the instruments there were able to play!

Name: E**** L****
Date: 2024-01-03 05:04:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Weve visited Carlsbad many times, and this was the first time weve come to this museum. It was a good experience for all. It is a small museum, but it offers a lot to see, play, and learn. The informational booths offer interesting videos about the exhibits. For those with any type of interest in music, a visit to this museum will be a great experience.

Name: O***** B********
Date: 2023-12-30 21:33:09
Rating: 4
Comment: It was fun! The people were friendly and knowledgeable. It’s a nice place if you’re interested in musical instruments. It can get a little crowded at times, especially in the room where they keep the instruments that people can play. If you play violin, they will let you play one if you ask. The gift shop is cute.

Name: S***** L****
Date: 2023-12-27 21:18:45
Rating: 4
Comment: Fun, interactive, and informative museum! We spent an hour and a half here.

Name: B***
Date: 2023-12-03 16:02:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent hands-on experience about music and musical instruments. During the week, there are school tours that are informative. The docents will explain many of the exhibits if you request. One can spend one or three hours depending on ones interests.

Name: B**** S*****
Date: 2023-10-04 01:05:51
Rating: 5
Comment: This was a fun experience. The museum staff are so polite and knowledgeable about music history.

Name: L*** V********
Date: 2023-09-19 01:53:54
Rating: 5
Comment: This place was honestly amazing, staff was so nice and incredible. I went there with my friend and she is a musical genius, she had so much and so did I! I actually learned something at this museum, thats how amazing it is. I learned how to vaguely play different kinds of guitars and got to mess around on the turntables with my friend. (We made a song, if you got the museum youll find it ;) good luck)

Name: S** S******
Date: 2023-09-14 02:49:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Updated displays looked wonderful! We had not been there in over four years and were pleasantly surprised and impressed. Definitely recommend a visit.

Name: T**** L*****
Date: 2023-09-13 23:08:28
Rating: 4
Comment: Was a nice representation of music through time. Had an area to try the instruments, but tough to get to as the kids loved that part. In the museum approx 1 1/2 hrs and the same children playing.

Name: B****** B*****
Date: 2023-08-20 21:31:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent experience! I thoroughly enjoyed both the museum and a great night of music.

Name: C***** G***** N*****
Date: 2023-08-19 19:11:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Interesting and engaging museum for all ages. We stumbled upon this museum while visiting Carlsbad and were glad we did. The tour guide Brian was very energetic and funny. Not only can you see classic and modern instruments but you can play some of them. The gift shop is a nice touch. Planning to take my family here again.

Name: C* M**
Date: 2023-08-18 17:54:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Brian was great and funny! My aunt, who has been there before, says they have done a great job of re organizing it. Gift shop had a lot of cool stuff. And I dont really know anything about musical instruments.

Name: S***** A****
Date: 2023-08-12 18:29:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Really great place for kids. Lots of fun. Really well-designed. Go and have a good time. Then go buy a piano!!!

Name: S****** �*******
Date: 2023-08-11 18:18:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Every summer we throw options in a hat on where the kids want to go on vacay before school starts, this summer they pulled from the hat and chosed San Diego, California. First off, this place was awesome, If your a music lover like myself and my daughter (future music producer), you must take time to check out this museum. Every turn was educational and with in depth info about every instrument present there. Whats cool is that, they have sitting areas where some, but not all, instrument you can actually play. I was hooked on the tounge drum, never knew this instrument existed, until now. Everyday is still a learning process for me, but I absorbe information and retain it. Theres also other museums around the same area, but by far the museum of making music was my fav.

Name: J B*****
Date: 2023-08-10 23:42:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Very nice experience for my girls. We will definitely go back.

Name: K**** M*****
Date: 2023-08-06 22:07:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Andrew!! Passionate for music…wonderfully informative AND educational. He is a musician himself and quite interested in sharing all aspects of music. THANK YOU ANDREW!Penny and Lewy

Name: E*** I*
Date: 2023-07-30 02:51:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Great museum with some rare guitars. Hands on for some extra fun. Helpful & friendly staff.

Name: a** x**
Date: 2023-07-21 00:13:33
Rating: 5
Comment: 1st time there. It was very I formative, beautiful exhibits and hands on areas. Great staff

Name: C******* A*****
Date: 2023-07-16 08:38:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Really awesome! I loved coming here the staff was AMAZING, I love trying new things so seeing all these instruments Ive never heard of and playing with them was so fun and again the staff was so nice, and Im left handed and so I was a small bit bummed about the no left handed instruments there but then one of the staff brought out a left-handed acoustic guitar for me and it was really nice! I had an amazing time here and 100% recommend coming! I hope I can come again (:

Name: M***** G*****
Date: 2023-07-15 19:23:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place, nice to see history of music..wish they had more international instruments though. My fav part is that you can sit and play! Got to try instruments I never knew existed, even got to make beats and spin some. Fun time

Name: M****** M*******
Date: 2023-07-09 23:37:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic! Such a great time! A lot to learn and see. I came here with a 9, 7, 5, and 2 year old and they had a blast! The 2 year old was a little young for it, but it was great. Lots of instruments to hold and play with. Very interactive!

Name: C**** A** C****
Date: 2023-05-31 02:13:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Another must see museum. Absolutely incredible. Beautiful & unique instruments - some of which I never knew existed. Just incredible.

Name: C**** V*****
Date: 2023-05-27 00:21:00
Rating: 5
Comment: This museum is a real gem. If youre a lover of music and just want to experience something both educational and fun, this is the spot.No matter how young or old, MoMM is for everyone. The staff are friendly and informed, the museum is updated with interactive digital panels. For the kids there is a section where they can pick up an instrument to play with it and explore.

Name: R*** G***
Date: 2023-05-09 14:29:15
Rating: 5
Comment: My wife, son and I spent an early afternoon here. There were some fascinating artifacts and informational videos on touch screens. One of the best things was the hands on with different instruments. We got to play a harp guitar, I played a Hoffner bass and a nice keyboard. In one part there was like a studio set up where we could jam with drums, bass, guitars and keys with other people. There was live music when we entered and a quintet when we were leaving.

Name: C**** B****
Date: 2023-04-15 23:20:03
Rating: 5
Comment: What a great walk through musical history! Worth checking out for a look into how instruments have evolved and changed over time. Interactive touch screens will not only give you detailed info on instruments being displayed but also have video demonstrations of them being played. There is plenty of hands on instruments from pianos to guitar to DJ turntable and MIDI units too! Learned lots and played lots.

Name: W**** A*****
Date: 2023-04-15 00:08:16
Rating: 5
Comment: This was a cool place to learn more about the history of musical instruments. The guides are very knowledgeable.

Name: J*** P******
Date: 2023-04-12 16:38:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Great experience at this small but fascinating museum. Lots of interactivity with instruments available to play - Telecasters, harps, digital drumkit, Moog synths, digital turntables, theremin - and lots of fascinating museum pieces to view. Friendly staff and helpful when it comes to trying out new instruments too, and a nice little gift shop with lots of items for musicians and music lovers.

Name: T***** B******
Date: 2023-04-07 03:27:00
Rating: 3
Comment: We thought the museum gave alot of information and also had a nice collection of instruments. Our big problem was at the desk purchasing our tickets. The lady asked for our zip code, which was fine. Then she asked where we were from, knowing our zip code was not local. When I gave her our home state the first words out of her mouth were oh, you are from a red state, in a condescending tone. Unbelievable and unprofessional! Politics first, not welcoming us to the state or wishing us a good time? Obviously their staff need additional training. Very disappointing this is the first and most memorable touch for this museum.

Name: J**** P*******
Date: 2023-03-31 01:24:27
Rating: 4
Comment: I took my nieces because I like the interactive parts where you can play an instrument. If you have a little one to plant the seed of music, you should take them. Its small to not drag them along. They will stay engaged.

Name: D**** R****** S**
Date: 2023-03-22 21:16:53
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is great! Incredible displays of many different instruments and music equipment. They even have 2 rooms where you can play the instruments! Large touch screens in all rooms to find out history of instruments. You can see people playing them and other info. There is a Beatles display. The instruments arent the originals, but all examples of instruments they would have played.

Name: L***** B*******
Date: 2023-03-21 02:59:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a great resource, its also the (or a) home for NAMM, the National Association for Making Music, founded in 1901, who put on the NAMM show at the Anaheim Convention Center. Now that they have a partnership with The Belly Up, expect some great shows there. We saw one, Nancy Sanchéz y Las Chorizeras. You gotta go.Price bellow is for the concert. General entry is less; its been a while since we did that, look it up.

Name: a***** v***
Date: 2023-02-28 10:39:36
Rating: 1
Comment: From the moment we walked in, we were treated unkindly. This was our first visit to the museum and we will not be coming back for quite sometime or at least until we get the bad taste out of our mouths. My friend and I took our kids on a Sunday afternoon in hopes of an educational and fun experience. Perhaps we came on a day that was for mostly members, but we were not welcomed nor were we given any instructions on how to enjoy the museum. After we paid, we accidentally went the wrong way and were rudely told that most people start on the other side. We explained we had never been here before hoping for some guidance. Instead, the person at the front rolled her eyes and just pointed and told us to go that way. The museum is very small with detailed exhibits that are interactive. The problem on a Sunday was that very few people were respectful enough to wait their turn. My 8 year old was using the interactive tablet learning about the multiple guitars when a grown adult took over the tablet without even asking. The museum would be perfect for a first date. But, this is not a kid friendly museum. The exhibits are very informative and interesting but not geared toward anyone under the age of 20. The final room had hands on instruments to play. Once again, people were rude and impatient. There was a kid who literally pushed my son out of the way to play the drums! I was appalled at how rude the patrons were. Parents were watching there kids cut in lines and not respecting that others were playing instruments first and said nothing! The museum seems more of a click hangout than a place to explore music. For people who are not locals, don’t bother going to this museum! The experience left us all sad because we genuinely wanted to learn but we’re made to feel like we did not belong. The potential to educate and inspire is there. The inclusive piece and customer service was missing. Such a disappointment!

Name: D**** S*****
Date: 2023-02-28 00:21:24
Rating: 5
Comment: I had a blast here. Lots of interactivity including several instruments to play around with. The staff members are quite knowledgeable. I think the price of admission is worth the experience as well as the effort that goes into curating a space that is enriching for both kids and adults. It is a great place to spend the day during the rare rainy day in the San Diego area

Name: S***** A********
Date: 2023-02-24 19:55:43
Rating: 3
Comment: It was more geared to school aged children than adults I think. Learned about a number of obscure instruments. We were there for 45 minutes. Enjoyed the staff and gift shop.

Name: L*** P*******
Date: 2023-02-22 23:51:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Really neat little place. Not super big and overwhelming but its enough to keep you entertained. It was really fun trying out all the instruments and reading about them! If you have a passion for music this is a must. I would like to add this would be a great place for getting kids to learn about music because of how interactive it is, too.

Name: k**** b******
Date: 2023-02-17 15:08:04
Rating: 5
Comment: This museum will totally surprise you at every turn. It’s a wonderful place for music buffs and for those of us who don’t know that much about making music. I highly recommend for people of all ages.

Name: J*** T********
Date: 2023-02-17 00:34:55
Rating: 5
Comment: If you are a musician or just love listening to music, this museum is a must see when you are in or near Carlsbad, CA.

Name: K**** G*
Date: 2023-02-01 02:36:34
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a great place for both adults and children. It starts out but youre looking at exhibits reading and listening to artist performances. The last half is pretty unexpected as they have turntables, and so many instruments that you can actually play, along with a rather large touchscreen that you can choose countries on. The videos play native music and modern music for each of the countries. I spent nearly 3 hours there. Theres a kid section with instruments as well as electric guitars and acoustic guitars and drums and tambourines that adults can play, also. Very enjoyable!

Name: E***** P****
Date: 2023-01-12 23:33:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Very elegant way of presenting the making of music tools and art. Everyone can find the music style that interests him, its history, sample music, and even hands-on.

Name: I******** h
Date: 2022-12-28 22:52:46
Rating: 5
Comment: So immersive and good for all ages!

Name: M****** D****
Date: 2022-12-18 21:03:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Very interesting and informative for an older visitor. Four interactive, hands-on areas for younger guests. Something for everyone. Im glad we took a chance on it.

Name: W****** F********
Date: 2022-12-16 06:24:59
Rating: 5
Comment: My 6 year old absolutely loves this place. The staff was super friendly and made us feel so welcomed. We enjoyed the museum and there are lots of moments where it’s interactive, which makes it fun.

Name: K****** K*******
Date: 2022-11-27 18:56:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Cool little museum, lots of interesting history about musical instruments and Rock. Plus you can actually play many of the instruments. They also have some really unusual guitars and synthesizers. A great activity for kids and adults!!

Name: P***** W****
Date: 2022-11-03 04:47:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun, yet small and very interactive museum. I expected to spend 45 minutes but spent 2 super fun hours there with a 3 and 8 year old. The sit and play areas are very engaging. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Name: D**** G******
Date: 2022-10-07 05:42:35
Rating: 5
Comment: This Museum has a adult community orchestra that just start back up on October 4th. It is for adult players intermediate to advance intermediate. Two groups. ORCHESTRA ONE and North Coast Strings. Come join us. All strings.

Name: C****** M******
Date: 2022-09-22 21:10:55
Rating: 5
Comment: We have gone to the museum several times over the last couple of decades. Its our favorite place to visit when we travel to North San Diego County!Exhibits are interesting and informative, and the BEST part is the interactive section where you can try your hand at several instruments - no musicianship needed!!If you have the opportunity to go - DO IT! You wont regret it.

Name: D** K***
Date: 2022-09-18 19:35:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a fun and amazing place. It was so uplifting to see everyone genuinely happy to be there and so engaged in the whole experience the museum offered. It is both informational and hands-on. So many instruments to play and they are all available to the young and the old ... no expectations, just have fun!!! On this particular day there were quite a few people and the positive vibe was infectious, great experience! Too, the displays change periodically so this is not a one time and done place. After some time passes go back. Even if it hasnt yet changed, you will probably not have seen everything. Its a wonderful place to take out-of-town family or friends when they visit. They do not have to be into music as the presentation is very interesting and informative re the history of the instruments and music related items that are on display. Get on their mailing list to learn about the events that they offer featuring some awesome musicians. Currently there is an option to go there to enjoy the evening or to view it online. This museum is a hidden gem!

Name: B**** T****
Date: 2022-09-18 03:09:59
Rating: 4
Comment: I went to this interactive museum about 10 years ago and they have moved some stuff around and reorganized since. There are several instruments guests can try, but it gets pretty loud with all the noise. Would be better if they can isolate the sound in each section. Parking is free and there was no line when I arrived.

Name: K****** F*******
Date: 2022-09-17 14:55:10
Rating: 5
Comment: This was great, had an hour to view before close and had to rush the end. I cant play an instrument or pretend to play and I was still interested. I believe in rock and roll!

Name: J**** C*******
Date: 2022-09-12 00:34:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Its very interactive and has a ton of information on musical instruments, the people who make them and yes the people and artists that entertain us with music. There are areas with beautiful instruments that are for you to explore and play.The docents are helpful and really knowledgeable. If you have a young aspiring musician this is a great place for them to try a lot of instruments. If you are older like me it is inspiring and a great way to spend the day.Its been completely remodeled since we last went there and its clean and laid out really thoughtfully.We ended up getting a family membership since we know we will return soon.

Name: C**
Date: 2022-09-04 04:58:17
Rating: 5
Comment: A small music museum. Good that there are different music instruments to try and the museum throughout has hand sanitizer. I wish there are some clips of the instrument hanging on the wall in addition to zoom in picture.

Name: t***** J*******
Date: 2022-08-30 15:06:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Visited on a Sunday afternoon. Museum was not busy. Parking was easy and everything was a very smooth experience. Staff are helpful and pleasant and the exhibits are great! So much history in such a small space and the interactive parts are great fun! There are a few sit & play areas throughout the museum that let you play with guitars, drums, Synthesizers, a harp and even a Moog Etherwave theremin!

Name: D**** T******
Date: 2022-08-28 19:02:24
Rating: 5
Comment: We had a blast. Not only you learn about the history of music and musical instruments, you can also play some including guitar, banjo, drums, analog synth, keyboard, and more. Each section has its own touch screen to show what is on display, and short videos about them including how they are made. The only improvement I can think of is adding how it works section for things like amplifiers so when it talks about it you have some background information.

Name: S**** E****
Date: 2022-08-28 15:39:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Great little museum with enthusiastic and helpful volunteer staff.

Name: M****** T****
Date: 2022-08-12 03:02:15
Rating: 4
Comment: This is a very fun museum that makes for a great stop on the way to San Diego or a perfect thing to do if youre staying at Legoland and want to try something steps away. This would be a great place without kids if you were actually to listen/watch all the videos... but if you have small children, theyre just going to want to play stuff. There is an opportunity to do so, but if its busy, it might be kind of difficult with kids who have a hard time waiting.The up-side is that I got the impression that this place isnt busy all that often. So its definitely worth a try. I got to try a couple of things Ive always wanted to (like a goli and a chapman stick). I did feel the price kind of exceeded our experience. It cost us $40 ($15/adult, $10/kid, 2 and under are free) to get in, and I just felt like this was more of a $20 experience... but its still worth it. Youll see some amazing things, especially if you have older kids.

Name: K**** T****
Date: 2022-08-07 20:34:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely loved learning about all sorts of different instruments-from how they are made to their impact on the music industry. The museum gives an amazing presentation of the instruments and other expanding music technology, showing samples of the instruments and music of the time. The museum also has multiple interactive areas where you can play it the instruments. The staff was great and so sweet even though we did experience some purchasing difficulties with the card reader. We went Sunday and while other families arrived we were able to experience each exhibit with no rush or waiting to move on. Great for the whole family!!

Name: C******* V*********
Date: 2022-08-05 18:49:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome museum! There are a lot of interactive instruments to play and a whole bunch of interesting facts around the whole museum. They have a different exhibits for each time period of music and each genre of instrument, (ex. String instruments). The staff is really friendly and they explain everything really well. A great museum to see while in Carlsbad! 5/5 stars!

Name: J** R***
Date: 2022-07-23 20:04:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent museum, very clean, lots to see and learn, and many instruments on display to try out!

Name: J*** H******
Date: 2022-07-17 23:06:18
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the most interesting museums Ive visited

Name: K** H******
Date: 2022-07-10 00:33:56
Rating: 5
Comment: As a musician, this is a must-visit. Some great old instruments and a lot of interactivity. Loved it.

Name: A***** O****
Date: 2022-07-09 04:44:56
Rating: 5
Comment: I found out about this place when I was leaving Legoland, which is just down the street. My children are passionate about music and play a number of instruments. We stopped by and were amazed by the amount of information and staff who were so happy to share it. Theres also a number of instruments that you are allowed to pick up and play, many of which we would probably not of had the chance to otherwise. Swing on by and check it out!!

Name: M****** M*******
Date: 2022-07-01 19:16:41
Rating: 5
Comment: They have an amazing collection of instruments and antiques, like a serial number 2 Stratocaster and an original Echoplex unit! Brian was a really cool tour guide and played some Doc Watson that rocked, thanks!

Name: C****** A****
Date: 2022-06-17 19:47:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful instruments. Fun interactive exhibits. Play stations for kids. Perfect family friendly stop.

Name: M****** B*******
Date: 2022-06-06 05:31:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice place, good for kids to play and adults. They have renewed it in the last two years and the new exhibits are great! Staff was super friendly!!

Name: L*** B****
Date: 2022-06-04 23:29:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Such a cool museum! Amazing exhibits and my kids loved being able to play the instruments!

Name: A*** M***
Date: 2022-05-31 07:18:54
Rating: 5
Comment: We loved the MMM, there is a big variety of instruments to learn about. There are also some instruments that can be played by guest. You can be there all the time you need and the staff is super nice and knowledgable. You can finish watching everything in less than 2 hours but we stayed about 3 hours since we wanted to play the intruments. My 10 year old loved the Museum and now he understands a bit more about instruments incase he would like to learn how to play one. Thanks MMM!

Name: R****** F********
Date: 2022-05-12 18:27:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing place!! From precious instruments to historical video-recordings of famous artists; from exclusive interviews with composers and music producers; and from videos showing the instrument manufacturing process to the unique chance to play with an incredible array of instruments, this museum has it all. Well informed staff that pop up whenever you have a question and a truly gem of a music and books store. And the entrance fee is ridiculously low, too! Cant wait to bring the whole family for a fun filled afternoon here!!

Name: H***** M****
Date: 2022-04-26 18:31:24
Rating: 5
Comment: My Son and I really enjoyed our visit there. Staff was helpful and knowledgeable. My Son is a musician and makes his own music, it was a great day!

Name: E***** P******
Date: 2022-04-10 00:09:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful place to learn about the history of Musical instruments, the evolution of 20th century genres and to try out different instruments in a really cool environment. Definitely recommend 👌

Name: J***** J*******
Date: 2022-04-05 04:57:54
Rating: 5
Comment: We had a blast here. Theres a bunch of instruments to play. The tech section was my daughters favorite. Highly recommend a visit.

Name: J******* T******
Date: 2022-03-17 02:25:40
Rating: 5
Comment: The staff was knowledgeable and engaging. We talked at length about the history of different instruments and the industry of making instruments. It was great and the interactive displays along with the instruments available to play made it a blast.

Name: g****** b***
Date: 2022-03-11 12:24:35
Rating: 5
Comment: I took. My grandson and we have plenty fun interactively:We love music..he love all different instruments..Its amazingThis place...for all familyKidsLove..it.!!!

Name: T*** H*****
Date: 2022-01-29 09:29:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Fabulous museum!The exhibits are interactive and some of the instruments left my party in awe.From exhibits arranged by curated instrument categories to the catogory arranged by the history of music in the USA, this museum will be enjoyed by musicians and music fans, of any age.Best part; you play instruments played by the artist in our party.

Name: L**** C***
Date: 2022-01-26 17:56:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Touch screens and well educated, personable volunteers make this a wonderful experience. The array of rare and exotic instruments is unsurpassed. Really enjoyable. Well worth the visit!!

Name: D******** H*****
Date: 2021-11-30 05:55:30
Rating: 5
Comment: The museum displays instruments through out the ages. There were tour guides/musicians who introduced us around. There were also videos and interactive programs. Everyone is welcome to try out instruments at the designated area.

Name: D**** W*****
Date: 2021-10-15 16:57:51
Rating: 5
Comment: As museums go, my experience here was quite fun! Having a walk-through time with making music seeing musical instruments from thousands of years before my time to musical instruments at the forefront of Music Creation today and moreover getting an opportunity to play some of them was a hoot! There was a family who joined us after we arrived at the Museum and it was especially fun watching their kids explore and express themselves musically. There truly is something here for everybody who loves music. I thank NAMM, the National Association of Music Merchants, for creating this Museum for the public!

Name: D***** L****
Date: 2021-10-07 20:28:51
Rating: 5
Comment: This museum is so nice. Everyone was so kind and helpful, and very knowledgeable about music and the instruments. My children loved being able to play the many instruments at different points throughout the museum.

Name: J** T*****
Date: 2021-09-15 06:08:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Had a really wonderful experience. A nice small exhibit, but depending on how much information you enjoy reading and exploring, you could spend many hours at this spot. It even had a couple of interactive musical instruments that you could play with!

Name: M****** O***
Date: 2021-08-20 20:55:59
Rating: 5
Comment: Different type of museum! I love it. There are some areas where you can try the instruments yourself which is pretty nice!

Name: N**** S****
Date: 2021-08-17 22:46:29
Rating: 5
Comment: I recently visited the museum after hearing of their major renovation and was extremely impressed! The displays are so well done and informative and the new interactive touchscreens are very cool! Oh and the staff and volunteers are so nice and knowledgeable about all things music. The entire experience was really fun and can truly be enjoyed by all ages.

Name: C********* F*****
Date: 2021-08-15 19:16:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent interactive musical instrument museum. Plenty of fun instruments for younger kids to play with - guitars, basses, synthesizers, drums, etc, Free admission for NAMM (North American Music Merchant) members. Great way to spend an hour or 2.

Name: B***** S*******
Date: 2021-08-13 23:48:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. The remodel is stunning and my favorite areas are where you can play different instruments.The volunteers are all wonderful and very knowledgeable!

Name: J******* L*******
Date: 2021-08-11 20:18:02
Rating: 5
Comment: What a beautiful experience for my family at the Museum of Making music! The volunteers are super nice and very informative and definitely an added bonus to this experience!! Facility is very clean and organized and was super impressed on the organization and interactive learning experience!! Thank you!! Will see you again when we come back for a vacation next summer again from Westchester County NY! Thank you Again!!

Name: H**** H
Date: 2021-07-31 15:33:45
Rating: 5
Comment: My dad and I both love music and thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history behind progression of musical instruments. Our favorite part, of course, was trying our hand at a variety of different instruments. Oh, and learning what a theremin is!! So crazy!! 😂

Name: R**** S
Date: 2021-07-18 02:58:09
Rating: 5
Comment: June 2021. The new layout is great and everyone who works there are friendly.Great place for kids of all ages. The hands on area was so much fun for my kids.

Name: A**** B******
Date: 2021-07-14 04:04:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Local or vacationing, you MUST visit the Museum of Making Music! It is newly renovated and youre going to love the interesting and interactive exhibits. The whole family really enjoyed our visit to this local gem.

Name: P**** S******
Date: 2021-07-03 01:02:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing, an so well put together. Gorgeous displays, areas for some hands on interaction, places to listen and learn. Well worth the few bucks to get in. Reservations on the website.

Name: B******* D*****
Date: 2021-06-27 22:23:45
Rating: 4
Comment: Knowledgeable volunteers add to the experience. There are some interactive displays that allow you to play some of the instruments. There are touch screen monitors at each display area that provide good information and some entertainment. I would suggest kids 7 and up would enjoy. Takes about an hour or more to soak it all in.

Name: B**** C
Date: 2021-06-12 02:41:15
Rating: 5
Comment: The museum is back! Saw the member preview today and it is REALLY good! The format is completely changed from the decades model and is much more immersive with kiosks, demonstration stations with directional speakers instead of headphones, etc. An extremely pleasurable and deep new experience and even more to see and absorb than before. Youll need several visits to take it all in. Home run by the museum team and backers!

Name: G**** S******
Date: 2020-06-16 20:51:27
Rating: 5
Comment: The Museum of Making Music is a fabulous gem in Carlsbad: A world-class museum and concert series that is always pursuing excellence! From historical and contemporary interactive exhibits for families to a stellar concert series, it is not to miss!

Name: S**** S****
Date: 2020-03-16 19:52:26
Rating: 3
Comment: Small, booths are interesting but if anyone is playing music can become a jumble of sounds because of small space. In time may grow and be able to be spread, or would recommend individual headphones to play music/information with closed circuit connection. Some good information.

Name: J******* R*******
Date: 2020-03-11 23:41:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice little museum last part where you can play different instruments was a lot of fun.

Name: C***** E******
Date: 2020-03-10 21:56:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Came here with my husband, 7 yr old and 12 year old . Really loved seeing the old instruments and working our way up through the years . My kids love hearing the different sounds the instruments made . The last room is SO cool. I think we spent at least an hour trying different instruments . The volunteers are friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend .

Name: L**** K*******
Date: 2020-02-26 00:00:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Great venue. I held a meeting at The Museum of Making Music. The staff were flexible and very responsive. The conference room has a view looking out to the Pacific Ocean. I will definitely use this location again.

Name: S******* T*******
Date: 2020-02-25 19:48:29
Rating: 5
Comment: We had fun at this little museum. Everyone was super nice and helpful! It was quick to go through, I wish they had more to play or interact as you walked through. We had a spread of age 2-50 and everyone found something they enjoyed!

Name: J*** E********
Date: 2020-02-15 20:10:18
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a small museum that is located on the first floor of the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) offices. The fee is reasonable, $10 for the general public, $7 seniors, students and active military, children under 3 are free. It follows the history of the musical instrument manufacturing industry from 1900 to today. There are displays and some interactive areas. We spent about 1 1/2 hours. It is an interesting place to spend some time if you get rained out of Legoland or Carlsbad in general.

Name: S**** B****
Date: 2020-01-27 00:26:16
Rating: 5
Comment: The historic significance of this museum is readily apparent as soon as you advance to the first exhibit. A must-see for musicians visiting the Carlsbad/San Diego area.

Name: J**** L**
Date: 2020-01-25 02:12:11
Rating: 5
Comment: My first time at the Museum of Making Music and it was worth the trip. It is a small museum, but with exceptional exhibits from different decades. My favorite parts were playing examples of music from the exhibits era, playing on the musical instruments, and learning about how American music has changed over time. It was really fun to make noise and the workers were really nice.

Name: S****** G*******
Date: 2020-01-20 00:28:43
Rating: 4
Comment: Pleasantly surprised with this museum. I learned a lot about music history and appreciated the hands on activities. Yes, they actually let you play the guitars, drums, etc.

Name: S*** T***
Date: 2020-01-14 03:11:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Good way to introduce music and different type of instrument. Entertainment for the kids.

Name: S**** R*****
Date: 2019-12-23 07:51:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Very informative tour and the exhibits are exquisite and many are interactive. Highly recommend it. It also has a great gift shop.

Name: S**** M****
Date: 2019-12-02 00:44:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Very nice museum. Lots of history. Learned a lot. Brought my young daughter and my family as well. Shes into music and really enjoyed it.

Name: T*
Date: 2019-11-27 01:34:36
Rating: 2
Comment: Nice looking area and setting, plenty of parking. Apparently many volunteers to assist patrons.Acoustics are better in seats at or near the the back of the room than in the front several rows. Definitely better than in the front row. Despite the fact that there are smaller speakers farther back from the stage, the poor up-front acoustics are because they never set up the sound equipment properly. Too often I have been in the front row, only to experience horribly loud, even painful sound.Poor planning for some events, such as the beer tasting in conjunction with classical music? Long line surrounding the auditorium, arriving at one corner of the room with ONE person serving dinky tasted of beer, which is from ONLY ONE brewery. Poorly conceived, poorly executed.Another time, a blond woman, the director, SHOUTED into the microphone, literally blaster HERSELF at the audience. All others who used that same mike were appropriate in their demeanor and speaking voices. There you have the reason that this place is a good idea, in a nice setting, but it falls on its face because the narcissistic selfishness of director herself is the primary objective of the organization.Those few events, above, were so unpleasant, therefore off putting, that I subsequently declined to continue my previous contributions to, or my regularly patronizing of, MOMM. Too bad that selfish egos of the director. and ill conceived, clumsy, tacky social stunts, and improperly coordinated and arranged performance events - including the sloppy, unprofessional stage and sound production... Too bad those things pull the rug out from otherwise ostensibly good intentions.The narcissism of the management, which is not true leadership, gets in its own way.Notice the inordinately long, haughty backlash? That which confirms the narcissism?Aw gee. Well? This place has problems, the most significant of which which is that the management refuses to consider anything beyond their own narcissistic ego - to their obvious detriment.

Name: L**** M****
Date: 2019-11-26 21:58:45
Rating: 5
Comment: This is such an intimate and amazing venue to enjoy all kinds of different artists live. You cant beat the price, the ample free parking as well as the staff and volunteers that make this venue so warm and welcoming

Name: J**** T**
Date: 2019-11-13 01:30:22
Rating: 5
Comment: A definite must for anyone who appreciates music of any kind. The staff are sweet and very helpful. They place various instruments throughout their very well thought out displays and at the very end is a music room so you can play anything from a Fender strat to a Synthesizer and several keyboards theres even a Roland electric drum kit. Spent 2 hours and going back tomorrow.

Name: B*** H***** (**************
Date: 2019-11-11 04:27:51
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is radical, we visited from Utah, the tour guides were patient, kind, and provided great information.I love the expository materials, the plenty of information and the music Workshops.Thanks for being such nice to visitors.

Name: A**
Date: 2019-10-20 21:42:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place, their employees are so nice and help you to find out everything.

Name: C**** H******
Date: 2019-10-05 02:18:52
Rating: 5
Comment: What fun! Great displays, informed staff, you can play some of the instruments. Only downside is the outside of the building only says NAMM, nothing about it being the home of the Museum as well...drove thru the parking lot a few times before deciding I was in the right place. But thoughtfully laid out, and a great overall experience. I will add it to my list of things to do that I can offer visitors coming to town.

Name: M**** I***
Date: 2019-09-27 00:20:51
Rating: 5
Comment: The National Association of Music Merchants founded the Museum of Making Music in 1998 to showcase and celebrate the music products industry. It was opened to the public in March 2000, and has since provided the community with many opportunities for cultural enrichment while preserving musical heritage through special exhibitions, innovative concerts, and educational programs. Hundreds of vintage instruments, audio and video clips, and a vibrant interactive area are permanent exhibits in the museum. Each gallery features historic milestones and the popular music and instruments of the eras, all organized chronologically, giving visitors a nostalgic glimpse into the music products industry. Twice a year, special exhibitions are displayed, along with music presentations and workshops that showcase renowned international and national musicians as well as local talent.

Name: D**** G******
Date: 2019-09-25 22:10:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Very interesting museum. Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. I would recommend it to anyone who has ever played an instrument.

Name: G***** E*******
Date: 2019-09-01 08:25:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Quick Facts:Size: SmallPrice: $10 (Adults)Est. time in museum: 45min - 1hourRecommended for: Musicians, Teenagers, AdultsBest Feature(s): Instruments you can playNice, small museum. Focuses primarily on musical instruments, with an emphasis on guitars and pianos, rather than on being a history lesson on musical genres or specific artists. They have some rare instruments that Ive never seen before and instruments that are one-of-a-kind works of art. All the instruments are beautiful to look at. Exhibits are divided by different time period from ragtime and early jazz of the early 20th century to folk, blues and early rock n roll of the middle 20th century to heavy rock and electronic music of the late 20th century.Very interesting especially if youre a musician or if your interested in vintage things. Each exhibit of the museum has a different instrument (guitar) that you can pick up and play and also there is a music station at the end where can try out other different instruments as well such as a guitar, drums, a theremin and a piano (a good distraction to keep little kids interested). If you dont play any musical instrument, I cant strongly recommend this museum to casual music listeners because its primary focus is the instrument and not the music.

Name: S** W******
Date: 2019-08-08 22:32:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun place to explore the development of instruments in the US. The best is the instruments that are available to play, including the rare and unusual theremin.

Name: M***** D*******
Date: 2019-08-04 19:22:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. Very informative and interactive. Reasonably priced admission and nice collectibles in the gift shop. A definite museum to visit for music enthusiasts.

Name: M***** N******
Date: 2019-07-28 21:47:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Super cute. Its interactive so you can press buttons that show you the music of the era, and you can play instruments. Takes about an hour and a half minimum to walk through. Staff is very friendly.

Name: S K
Date: 2019-07-26 02:03:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Small, plenty of cool instruments to see and some interactive exhibits. My kids race through exhibits to the making music area...the drums are a highlight. They have free days with activities...highly recommend.

Name: T**** W***
Date: 2019-07-24 13:42:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Dont judge the museum based on how small it is. It definitely has a lot of interesting facts and music pieces. The innovation studio is also pretty amazing because you can try out a bunch of different instruments. As a group we also played drums together in a large room. We also had Zach from NAMM come speak to us about what it is. It was pretty cool to see how big their conferences are every year. This is definitely a cool museum that everyone should experience. I know it just looks like an office building, but it truly is much more than that.

Name: P*** D******
Date: 2019-07-17 23:38:06
Rating: 4
Comment: My grandson had a great time with the interactive instruments. When we arrived, the lady at the front counter offered him a booklet that deepened his involvement via a scavenger hunt, and he received a prize when he finished. The people were friendly and attentive, and the displays were nicely curated. The prices for most gift shop offerings were a challenge for my grandson because they exceeded his allowance by a wide margin.

Name: W*** B*** W*********
Date: 2019-06-28 01:10:42
Rating: 5
Comment: I live very close by this location, but Ive never visited there until my family was in town. Well worth a visit and I am sure you will enjoy your time there.The staff is very hospitable and helpful. One thing I did find you interesting with it being a Hands-On type of museumis that they did not have hand sanitizer all around. So bring some with you.

Name: S***** D******
Date: 2019-06-26 07:30:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Worth every penny!My kids and I had a blast! Towards the end of the tour, we were able to play with instruments. The gift shop is amazing and very affordable.We will be returning for sure.

Name: m**** r***
Date: 2019-06-12 02:45:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Good history of music. Last part is great. Ever wanted to try out a guitar or bass or drum set or piano or synthesizer or congas and other instruments, youll love this. You can try to play them all

Name: C******** J***
Date: 2019-06-02 23:52:09
Rating: 4
Comment: It was wonderful! Trish was very friendly and helpful. I wish it was longer, it felt short and small but nonetheless it was still a very entertaining experience. Definitely would recommend you playing every instrument there that can be played.

Name: D**** A*************
Date: 2019-06-02 06:26:46
Rating: 5
Comment: This museum is fabulous. We enjoyed everything, the music,the hands on lessons, the beautiful instruments and learning all about them.

Name: J*******
Date: 2019-05-11 23:46:22
Rating: 5
Comment: A fun, educational, and interactive museum

Name: G*** S***
Date: 2019-05-05 22:26:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Great museum and experience. Thanks NAMM. We did wish more of the automated instruments would play.

Name: J******
Date: 2019-03-30 04:20:42
Rating: 5
Comment: An awesome place to visit! Especially if you love music. I visited here with the family and the younger ones (they’re teenagers) really enjoyed getting to play with the instruments. Very educational and love how interactive the whole museum is. Definitely recommend!

Name: S***** W****
Date: 2019-03-30 03:07:35
Rating: 4
Comment: Lots of twentieth century musical instrument history. The majority was strings and wind instruments. Could have had a bit more variety, but still very interesting and some very unique pieces.

Name: S** A****
Date: 2019-03-19 20:15:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place! Interactive, informational, and interesting. Fun for everybody and music lovers alike! Especially loved the Beatles section! Anyone can also play the instruments provided there (electric guitars, ukulele, banjo, bass, and even a drum kit.)

Name: G*** Y****
Date: 2019-03-11 01:57:47
Rating: 5
Comment: A surprise gem. I know everyone is in the area for Legoland, but this is a hands on museum about musical instruments. The history of the instruments was something I never paid attention to, so I really learned a lot.If your child is on the older end for Legoland, this is a good additional stop to make on arrival or departure day. Allot 1-2 hours.

Name: A****** W*****
Date: 2019-03-10 03:44:48
Rating: 5
Comment: This was a great place! My 3.5 year old loved being able to play instruments! My 33 year old also loved the museum and playing the instruments! We will definitely be back!!!

Name: P******
Date: 2019-03-08 04:18:13
Rating: 5
Comment: I had a great time. Not a big place but if you enjoy music history and playing fun instruments you will have a good time.

Name: L*** V*******
Date: 2019-03-06 00:16:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved this experience! You get to try out instruments and listen to old recordings. But the best part is the staff. One guy in particular was amazing. My husband and I had all kinds of odd questions (like when accordions became popular, how pianos were delivered, and what material records were originally made of) he always had fantastic answers for us and expanded on the related history answering lots of why. Wish I had read his name tag.

Name: S***** L*******
Date: 2019-02-16 04:41:47
Rating: 5
Comment: So much fun stuff! Very interactive and a great gift shop :-)

Name: F*** D***
Date: 2019-02-13 06:42:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Defenely a land marc in Carlsbad, educational, informative, recreational, for all ages, you see, hear, and hands on, ove it a must see place

Name: W**** M*******
Date: 2019-01-02 05:23:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I had a great time with my out of town guests and almost 2 year old. I got asked by several friends how it was for little kids, so I will speak to that. The gift shop has a coloring station, which my little loved! There were instruments to play in each section and buttons to play the music of the Era. At the end there was a great interactive room and my little one was given a musical shaker at the end. Overall I recommend it for young kids, but do keep an eye on them because there are several pianos that say do not touch.

Name: L**** N****
Date: 2018-10-30 21:05:04
Rating: 5
Comment: This place was so interesting and fun. You get to play guitar, piano, drums, etc. It tells the history of all kinds of instruments and who played them. Its a small museum but, a must see. We had a blast there.

Name: D**** J******
Date: 2018-10-24 19:39:52
Rating: 4
Comment: So many cool things to see in such a small space. The collection is quite impressive. I wish there were more audio samples and that they correlated more with what I was looking at. Videos of people playing the instruments would be very useful.

Name: T***** T***
Date: 2018-09-23 15:51:50
Rating: 4
Comment: A quaint little museum. It has a fairly small loop of historic instruments and educates about mostly American music history. At the end there is an area for kids and adults to try out different instruments. It was fun and interesting, depending on your love of music dont expect too spend more than an hour there.

Name: B******* M*****
Date: 2018-09-21 21:47:42
Rating: 5
Comment: As mentioned before, definitely a hidden gem. Friendly staff, cheap prices and adults and kids get to play a multitude of instruments including but not limited to drums, Gibson and a Fender Stratocaster guitar, pianos harp, etc. I plan on coming here again with my family. I recommend this place to anyone and everyone!!

Name: C**** D****
Date: 2018-09-12 02:21:35
Rating: 5
Comment: This is an absolute hidden gem.in Carlsbad. I cant believe Ive lived here for 15 years and have never visited! There is so much history and such a fantastic assortment of musical instruments. Of the course the end is the best!!!! You can play all the instruments! And the bug video screen of the world showing all the different cultures and their instruments was fascinating! Im going to make sure I take all my friends here especially all the musicians I know!

Name: G*** K*****
Date: 2018-08-10 06:08:32
Rating: 4
Comment: A unique place to go if youre from out of town, but great for locals too. Its sponsored by NAMM which has the largest music trade show in the world just up the road in Anaheim every January.

Name: C******* Y**** (********
Date: 2018-08-04 20:23:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Its a great museum to spend a couple hours learning about music and playing instruments. Great for kids too. I took my two and a half year old and he loved it.

Name: R***** M******
Date: 2018-07-05 17:14:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Its a cool snapshot of music and the instruments that created the music in America over the last 120 years. It has an interactive where you can play some of the instruments. Small museum though.

Name: P*** G******
Date: 2018-06-25 18:38:12
Rating: 5
Comment: This little museum is worth going out of your way for. It’s the history of musical *instruments* in America (not all music or all of time), and it covers that very well without being boring. Every section has audio features and a playable instrument; and the final room has a collection of oddball and electronic gadgets that is a lot of fun to try.(The location is near Legoland but in the middle of an ordinary office park, which was a little weird because it was deserted on the weekend; this is explained by the fact that it’s the offices of Nat’l Assn. of Music Merchants (retailers), which built and subsidizes the museum.)

Name: I***** U*********
Date: 2018-06-24 03:46:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Loved this museum! Staff were welcoming and very helpful. The interactive displays interspersed with different genres and eras along with the actual instruments was outstanding. The gift shop was amazing...I just didnt have enough time to fully explore.

Name: M*** G*******
Date: 2018-06-21 21:41:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Small but informative museum, with a bunch of real instruments for visitors to play with, ranging from Mandolin to electronic drumkit to theremin.Yes, you read that right, theres a Moog Etherwave Plus Theremin to play with among other cool stuff...

Name: D***** R*****
Date: 2018-06-21 19:25:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful day a the museum of making music. Watched William Close play the Earth Harp. Beautiful. Museum is full of family music making fun.highly recommend for all ages. Get kids into music and away from video games!!!!

Name: N***** H***
Date: 2018-05-31 21:34:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Great museum with a variation of musical instruments. My 5 month old and I had s great time exploring the musical decades and seeing the way instruments and more have changed throughout the years!$10 - general admissionFree for under 3!

Name: E*** K*********
Date: 2018-04-29 04:26:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Pretty cheap admission, $10/person. Has a lot of different cool instruments and showings of their inner workings. Focus is mostly on pianos and guitar/guitar-derivative instruments.

Name: M******* A*****
Date: 2018-04-24 13:50:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Very nice museum - plenty of professional exhibits with interesting info, plus the ability to try out various instruments, and sound booth kiosks were you can listen to recordings of various styles of music performed by the greats. I thought I knew quite a bit about music, but learned all sorts of new and fascinating info!

Name: B***** O****
Date: 2018-04-15 05:49:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing place for music lovers but honestly it’s an amazing place for anyone

Name: A***** C******
Date: 2018-04-06 23:18:18
Rating: 5
Comment: The museum is great for older kids and adults. Not too big so it stays interesting. Very interactive. The staff was very friendly and were committed to the best possible experience. Parking was ample for the number of visitors. Walking distance from nearby resorts and hotels.

Name: K**** B****
Date: 2018-04-01 20:22:41
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a hidden gem! We visited as part of a school group. This was fun, interactive and educational musem. I highly recommended it!

Name: T***** M********
Date: 2018-03-17 04:19:48
Rating: 4
Comment: Small museum but with great and interesting stuff. I dont recommend it for little kids, Id said its appropriate for 7 years old and older, especially if your kid is a lot into music. The staff is very friendly and proud of their musuem. Oh! When you leave the museum just across the street enjoy the beautiful view of the flower fields!

Name: a**** h*****
Date: 2018-03-03 23:43:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Fun for the kids, lots of hands on experiences.

Name: A*** S*******
Date: 2018-03-03 15:29:55
Rating: 4
Comment: This is a pretty obscure museum located in an office park near Legoland. There are few directional signs and the the front entrance reads NAMM for the National Association of Music Merchants, which is a bit confusing. I was a bit shocked to read on a plaque inside the museum that NAMM was originally organized to break a piano makers strike in 1901. It seems they would want to distance themselves from that, but apparently they dont. The museum is full of interesting instruments with some you cant touch and others you are encouraged to play. They also host a number of interesting musical performances throughout the year. The volunteer staff are very knowledgeable and helpful.

Name: D**** L*******
Date: 2018-02-28 04:32:20
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is a fun and interactive learning experience for anyone who likes music or instruments. The staff is very nice and well informed and the items in their gift shop are very well priced! A good place to go shopping for a musician.

Name: D***** X
Date: 2018-02-17 05:46:35
Rating: 5
Comment: I have had the pleasure of visiting this Museum several times as a teacher. Our school takes the third grade class there every year. The facility is gracious enough allow the students to visit for free since we are in an economically disadvantaged area.The guided tour usually begins with a walk through the exhibits of history of Music in America starting from the late 1800s and leading up to the 1990s; from John Philip Sousa to the Big Bands and all the way the MTV age and beyond. There are plenty of unique displays that allow the visitors and students to become immersed in the experience of the different periods.At each station there is a sound box where visitors can select several different songs and music of the era, instruments of that time, and photos/videos of notable artists.Of particular interest are some rare instruments that are both owned by the museum and also that are loaned to them from donors. On our last visit there was a piano that was actually in use at the Ford Theater the night Lincoln was assassinated, a fascinating relic of history.The finale of the tour is a stop by the instrument room which has a variety instruments for visitors are free to play, experiment, and fully immerse themselves in the experience of music..Highly recommended for a visit on a quiet weekend afternoon. As an added bonus there are several other attractions in the area including the Flower Fields ( springtime), Legoland, the Carlsbad Beach, and the Carlsbad Company outlet stores.

Name: L***** G********
Date: 2018-02-08 06:32:26
Rating: 5
Comment: We were able to play the musical instruments, read about their history, and listen to some of the older songs. My parents in their 80s and my grandnieces who were 12 and 6 years old all enjoyed the museum as well as my nieces and I. It was a nice afternoon of family fun.

Name: M***** P*********
Date: 2018-01-26 07:02:58
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place. 4th year I have an annual membership. $30 for the year and you can go there and play guitar, drums, keys, bass, banjo, mandolin, and the many weird and unusual instruments that they have available. The artifacts of music from famous musicians is also incredible. If you are a musician or just a lover of music, its a must-see!

Name: E***** V*****
Date: 2018-01-15 15:43:09
Rating: 2
Comment: Its your classical museum when most of the instruments are behind the glass and there are boring labels everywhere.There are seldom instruments you can play with but I would rather visit my local Guitar Centre instead.In addition, its super tiny and the last two decades of making music arent even on display!

Name: m**********
Date: 2017-12-12 21:11:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Great place. Happened to go there during a guided tour for children. They all seemed so fascinated with all the different instruments. Especially the hands-on stuff. Educational and with a very knowledgeable staff, this a great place to learn and experience music from long ago to now.

Name: B******* M
Date: 2017-11-27 04:55:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Small but very friendly and nice museum to come alone or with kids. The local store has cute things to purchase and the price is OK.

Name: W****** S****
Date: 2017-11-25 01:00:33
Rating: 5
Comment: A lot of fun and just the right size. You can spend an hour or two looking an musical instruments, getting to go hands on with some of them. knowledgeable staff that can speak on the instruments and give you pointers on how to play them. Great for families.

Name: T* P*******
Date: 2017-08-15 20:32:30
Rating: 5
Comment: I play music and Ive always wanted to visit. I was not disappointed. Its fun for all ages. I saw toddlers and Seniors. Its a fun way to learn some history and get to play some instruments yourself.

Name: J******
Date: 2017-08-08 23:15:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Great spot and kid friendly (scavenger hunt and lots of listening buttons to press and instruments to try). Stroller accessible. Covers the history of the music making industry from the 1890s through today. Being the music lover that I am, I throughly enjoyed it even with an infant in tow.

Name: L*** L*******
Date: 2017-08-01 16:50:02
Rating: 4
Comment: Small museum, with plenty of interactive exhibits. Great for young kids. :DAdditionally, the docents are quite knowledgeable and try to explain more about the history of musical instruments beyond just what is on the placards.

Name: R****** J******
Date: 2017-07-11 22:53:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Just plain fun. Whether you play an instrument or just the radio, if you appreciate music this place is amazing. There are interactive displays throughout, press a button and hear the instrument youre looking at. Pick up a guitar, bang a gong or play a virtual drum kit. I spent hours there and loved every minute.

Name: K****** V********
Date: 2017-07-11 03:01:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Very informative and encompassing of many different instruments and music types. I really enjoyed my time here.

Name: A****** & T***** H*****
Date: 2017-07-05 10:37:09
Rating: 5
Comment: A wonderful place to visit. Historic and modem instruments on display and to play. Samples of music from 1890-1990. Staff is friendly, enthusiastic, and love to share and teach. They have rooms where you have an opportunity to play interesting electronic instruments. Great for kids and adults!

Name: R*** E* R****
Date: 2017-06-26 09:10:05
Rating: 3
Comment: Admission for two adults is 20 bucks and you certainly dont get the moneys worth. The experimental area is the only area worth mentioning becasue it lets you try some pretty cool things hands on. However most of these are either malfunction or just set up in a very boring way so that people with actual music making background get their legs chopped off and unable to produce something of value.

Name: D******** S*******
Date: 2017-06-21 22:38:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Wonderful place, we learned a lot, we happened to visit it on Making Music Day (21st June) so we got to see a lot of concerts and hear new music. Their interactive exhibits are present all year round and are a great activity for kids, adults, families, everyone! A highly recommended visit

Name: L***** F******
Date: 2017-06-11 17:00:50
Rating: 3
Comment: It was well laid out, you can play various instruments and hear music from different eras . However, its a very small museum.

Name: D**** A
Date: 2017-06-09 16:48:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Great music museum the staff is so helpful. My son loved being able to play the instruments.

Name: M*** D****
Date: 2017-06-03 17:24:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Its fun! Not a large museum but I still spent three hours there. The instruments that youre allowed to play are tuned and in good working order. The volunteers are friendly, knowledgeable and what they dont know theyll try to find out for you.

Name: D*** R******
Date: 2017-06-02 00:06:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Small but wonderful. Tons of hands on for all ages. My 1 yr old even loved it. Watching people play and pushing lots of buttons that play all sort of music.

Name: E***** J****
Date: 2017-03-19 23:32:03
Rating: 2
Comment: It should be called the History of Modern Musical Instruments Museum. I go the impression from the name that it was more of an interactive experience which its not really. Spent only 30 min there. Would not recommend.

Name: f******* r******
Date: 2017-01-16 07:40:03
Rating: 5
Comment: This museum is tucked away the older ladies at the front were thrilled to receive us! they have a great introduction and from there it was all up to us. its a great walk through and a hands on museum for the most part. the best parts were actually being able to play some of the instruments. my personal favorite was the beatles drum kit they had. wow.

Name: C********** C*****
Date: 2017-01-04 07:06:25
Rating: 5
Comment: The MOM is a jewel of a venue. Close to us in North County, easy parking, friendly venue and crowd. Excellent talent, so far. Here are shots I took of Charley Hunter and his band.

Name: A******** V*****
Date: 2017-01-03 03:59:04
Rating: 4
Comment: Fantastic place for music enthusiast and children of any age. The museum provides a creative prospective on the history of music through use video, audio samples, and hands on/interactive instrument exhibits.

Name: M*** B****
Date: 2016-12-27 01:47:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Dont expect an experience like the Museum of Natural History. This is a very small museum, and it is practically free. The exhibits are highly interactive, educational,and interesting. A great way to spend an hour or so before dinner, which is exactly what we did.

Name: P****** N***
Date: 2016-12-12 02:37:06
Rating: 4
Comment: Went there for a event.This is a hidden treasure and great place that every music lover have to visit.Its a very small museum relatively, but it is packed with some great information. Every nook and corner have lovely instrument. Not like other museum, you could try each of these instruments. And some of these are very old and rare instruments, at the end where you could try these instruments, they even have instructions for the same.Price: Admission is $10 for admission also they have student discount. This place has a private parking lot and can handle good crowd.Staff are great.

Name: A*** M*******
Date: 2016-11-14 07:00:13
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is a hidden gem.Was so fun to walk around and explore the different eras and genres of music. Lots of interactive things for the five year old. She thought it was so neat to play the instruments.Highly, highly recommended.

Name: D** H***
Date: 2016-11-09 21:07:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Interesting exhibits showing the instruments and musical styles popular over the last hundred or so years. If youre in North County, this is a worthwhile stop for a couple of hours.

Name: M*** M
Date: 2016-08-17 23:06:53
Rating: 5
Comment: Went on field trip with 6-10 year olds. Docent Jack was great, very knowledgable. Kids enjoyed the music and fun facts. Hands on with instruments was fun. Tour took about two hours including session with the kids on Brazilian timbau drums.

Name: C**** O
Date: 2016-07-26 16:16:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Unique place to see the history of modern music with friendly, knowledgeable, volunteer guides. Play various instruments. Kids will love it! Join the museum for special pricing to attend weekly events and workshops. Nice, modern building with easy access and plenty of parking.

Name: T** R*****
Date: 2016-04-23 22:48:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Weve know about this place for years, but finally made our first trip.Spent about an hour exploring the history of music in America. Turns-out this place is in the lobby of NAMM (the trade association of music manufacturers), so theres certainly some credibility behind the effort.As music lovers, my wife and I really enjoyed it!

Name: S*****
Date: 2015-03-24 14:00:19
Rating: 4
Comment: As we were leaving the Museum of Making Music, a dad who was headed there with his wife and three young children asked, So is it worth it?I understand his reservations because its located in an office building located within an office complex and doesnt look like much from the outside. As a matter of fact, its not all that big on the inside, either. And anytime you take the whole family out for any kind of fun that isnt free, the expenses start to add up quick.But if you consider that general admission for adults is $8, kids $5, and little ones under 5 free, and you can get at least a good hours worth of musical exploration, some of it even hands-on, and possibly even inspire your kids to want to learn to make music, yeah - its totally worth it. And the people who volunteer there are so nice and welcoming.Its also right around the corner from Legoland, so if youre staying in the area, this is a nice, low-key activity to follow up a crazy day at the amusement park.A few more hands-on exhibits, including a few more kid-sized ones, would rate 5 stars for me. :)

Name: M****** Y******
Date: 2013-01-23 17:22:15
Rating: 4
Comment: This is a cool look back at the history of music creation. They also have some interactive displays that are fun for the kids. Our guide was also very cool.

Name: d*** k***
Date: 2012-08-19 23:13:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Enjoyed the trip down memory lane and learned many things I had not heard of and of the origins of the phrase put a sock in it....Do you know the origin? I am sure most know the meaning though. A fun & entertaining afternoon and it was even more fun to be with and watch my musical inclined wife revel in all the exhibits. Recommend it.

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