VISIT THE LOUIS ARMSTRONG HOUSE MUSEUM
Step into the story of Louis Armstrong, his music, his life, his home.
Tours are intimate, with limited capacity, and include access to Here to Stay, our immersive exhibition at the Louis Armstrong Center.
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HERE TO STAY
Explore the life, sound, and spirit of Louis Armstrong through Here to Stay, our immersive exhibition at the Louis Armstrong Center.
With rare photos, recordings, and personal artifacts, this exhibit reveals the artist’s enduring influence and invites you to reflect on his legacy of generosity, innovation, and cultural impact.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Spanish Tour
GET TICKETS: Spanish TourJoin us on Saturday, December 13th at 12:30 PM for a special Spanish-Language Tour…
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C. Anthony Bryant
GET TICKETS: C. Anthony BryantJoin us for a joyful holiday performance as C. Anthony Bryant presents “Countless Candles,…
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Listening Session
GET TICKETS: Listening SessionJoin us on January 15th at 1:00 PM for a special Listening Session hosted…
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LATEST UPDATES
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Justice Arts Workshop with Phoenix House
Read more »: Justice Arts Workshop with Phoenix HouseThe Louis Armstrong House Museum advanced its mission to transform…
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Housing Fair at the Louis Armstrong Center
Read more »: Housing Fair at the Louis Armstrong CenterIn October 2025, the Louis Armstrong House Museum proudly hosted…
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Justice Arts Workshops Return for a New Season
Read more »: Justice Arts Workshops Return for a New SeasonIn collaboration with the Re-Entry Theatre of Harlem (RTH) and…
WHO WAS LOUIS ARMSTRONG?
A musician, a global icon, a voice for civil rights, a true original
MUSIC PROGRAMS IN LOUIS’ NEIGHBORHOOD
Pick up a trumpet for the first time. Hear a live jazz set. Step into the house where music lived.
DISCOVER THE ARCHIVES
Louis Armstrong saved everything, from handwritten letters and home recordings to his daily itineraries. Our archive is the most extensive of its kind, and it’s open to everyone: fans, students, educators, and researchers.
MUSEUM COLLECTIONS
Explore physical artifacts and personal items
DIGITAL COLLECTIONS
Access photos, recordings, and letters online
VIRTUAL EXHIBITS
Browse themed stories and multimedia galleries
HERE TO STAY
Visit our immersive permanent exhibition
ON-SITE RESEARCH
Make an appointment to study the archive in person
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Keep Louis Armstrong’s story alive for generations to come.
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