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Open for Tours

The historic Armstrong home is open for tours by advance registration, Thursdays through Saturdays.  Advanced ticket sales required. Group tours available. Purchase tickets and find more details here.

Jazz history comes to life in Corona

Louis Armstrong was one of the most recognizable entertainers in the world when he chose the working-class neighborhood of Corona, Queens to be his home in 1943. We preserve Louis and Lucille’s home, now a historic site and world-class museum. We also provide access to Mr. Armstrong’s extensive archives, develop programs for the public that educate and inspire and host performances with multi-disciplinary artists from around the world.

 

Winter | Event Calendar

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Jazz Room Concert

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Date: February 15, 2025
Time: 3:00 – 4:00 PM
Location: Louis Armstrong House Museum, Jazz Room

Soul Science Lab, a dynamic duo composed of emcee Chen Lo and composer Asante Amin, presents their work developed during the Armstrong Now residency. Combining music, multimedia, and storytelling, Soul Science offers a fresh and contemporary exploration of Armstrong’s influence. Their performance promises to be an engaging blend of hip-hop, jazz, and visual art, continuing Armstrong’s legacy of innovation.

 

Book Talk

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Free admission with reservation!

Join us for a captivating book talk with renowned trumpeter, composer, bandleader, and author Jeremy Pelt as he discusses his book and the fascinating concept of the Griot—a member of a class of traveling poets, musicians, and storytellers who preserve oral history in parts of West Africa. Inspired by this tradition, Jeremy Pelt sought to document and celebrate generations of extraordinary Black storytellers of America’s indigenous music: Jazz. His work brings these stories to life, offering a unique perspective on the music and its profound cultural significance.

 

JAZZ ROOM CONCERT

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Javon Jackson Live at the Louis Armstrong Jazz Room

Join us for an afternoon with saxophonist Javon Jackson at the Louis Armstrong Jazz Room. A former member of Art Blakey’s legendary Jazz Messengers, Jackson has built a distinguished career blending hard bop, soul, and contemporary jazz influences. With a discography that spans collaborations with jazz greats like Elvin Jones, Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Les McCann, his music is both timeless and innovative.

From paying tribute to John Coltrane to composing original scores for classic films, Jackson’s artistry knows no bounds. His rich, expressive tenor saxophone sound continues to captivate audiences worldwide. Don’t miss this special performance by one of the most respected voices in modern jazz.

Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 3:00 PM
Venue: Louis Armstrong Jazz Room

Community

Check out our community page featuring items important to Louis Armstrong’s story and our community, including trumpet lessons for kids, home ownership, justice arts, collage workshops, health and wellness, public advocacy, and artistic creation from our friends.

That’s My Home

That’s My Home – Curated Archive Stories  New stories arrive regularly.

WE WON THE NATIONAL MEDAL!

The Institute of Museum and Library Services, a federal organization, announced that the Louis Armstrong House Museum is a winner of the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service! There were 10 winners in total, 5 libraries and 5 museums across the nation. We are thankful to our community for the decades of support that have led to this award. Learn more about the National Medal!

And More!

The Louis Armstrong House Museum digital guide. Explore more of the life and career of Louis Armstrong from anywhere, anytime with the Louis Armstrong House Museum digital guide on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app. Explore this guide before or after your visit! Download the Bloomberg Connects App.

 

 

 

 

 

A musical Immortal

The 20th century produced no shortage of legendary instrumentalists and vocalists but Louis Armstrong is the only figure who completely changed the way people played music on their instruments and he completely changed the way people sang. Perfecting the concept of the improvised solo, popularizing the use of scat singing, defining the concept of swing–those are just some of the ways Louis Armstrong changed jazz, and American popular music–during his lifetime.

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