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Musical Instrument Museum

4725 East Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85050
480-478-6000
Ranked #2 of 124 attractions in Phoenix
5.0 of 5 stars 281 Reviews
Type: Museums
Traveler Description: The Musical Instrument Museum also known at The MIM is a world class museum in North Phoenix showcasing musical instruments from around the world in... more »
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Surprise, Arizona
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40 reviews 40 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

Small, personal venue for concerts...went to a Smooth Jazz festival there and it was great quality sound. But, it was not a well-attended concert. If able to get attendance up, it would be a great venue...(other than the fact there is really no waiting area to handle people prior to being allowed into the concert auditorium...) More

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

Fascinating museum. We go back time and time again. Loved the rock and roll section but was undergoing remodeling last visit. Check before you go to make sure your favorite sections are there. Each genre of music and instrumentation is represented...Take your time... Nice cafe too! More

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Oceanside, CA
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

My husband and I visited the museum on our recent visit to Phoenix. When you enter the museum you get these headphones that allow you to hear music at each of the exhibits. Not only are there hundreds of instruments to view each country has their own exhibit clear back to the beginning of mankind. So many of the instruments... More

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012 NEW

A wonderful surprise! Musical instruments from all over the world, arranged by country. I am not a connoisseur, but I was pleasantly surprised to see a really rich collection. I live nearby and I would strongly recommend it to any museum-goer who is visiting the area. Something different and very, very well done! More

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Phoenix
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

Went here by myself one morning and spent over 3 hours looking at the displays and amazing instruments. I found it to be so interesting and I can't even play a kazoo. Definitely a must see for anyone that has any appreciation for music, not just musicians. Can't believe Phoenix was chosen for the location and not New York or... More

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Delta, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2012

I found this place by checking Trip Advisor, found it was the #2 rated attraction in the Phoenix area - Quite right. I spent a very enjoyable couple of hours here, learning and experiencing. Definitely reccomended. More

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London
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012

We found the museum advertised in the Phoenix tourist literature we had received. This is a new, spacious and well presented museum. The exhibits are very good and the information provided at each stand is just right. The headphones and how they operate when walking in front of the screens is perfect. We had a wonderful time here and could... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

This an extraordinary museum of global musical instruments. You will need at least a half day to experience this museum. Wear good, comfortable walking shoes. There is a lot of standing. The restaurant is delightful. I have been twice in the last year. There are new exhibits to be added. I will be returning again. More

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

This museum is great. As you wander through different exhibits housing different countries, you see collections of instruments hanging on the walls. You get to see videos of the instruments being used and hear - through headsets - traditional songs for those cultures. Plaques on the wall give you the name and often a short history of the instrument. The... More

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2012

This an extraordinary collection musical instruments from every corner of the Globe. I highly recommend this as a must see if you are in Phoenix! A big heads-up! This at least is a all day experience if not 2 days. I spent 5 hours and did not get to two wings of this magnificently designed complex in the desert. I... More

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