The Grammy Museum opened in Los Angeles in 2008.
The museum opened in December 2008 at L.A. Live, a downtown Los Angeles entertainment complex. It was created to explore the history and cultural impact of recorded music, the Grammy Awards, and the people who make music.
Its exhibits include artifacts, instruments, costumes, recording technology, archival material, and interactive displays. The museum also hosts educational programs, public events, and performances, making it more than a traditional collection of Grammy trophies.
The institution is connected with the Recording Academy but is not the same thing as the Grammy Awards ceremony. The awards recognize recordings through an annual voting process, while the museum preserves and interprets music history throughout the year. Its location in Los Angeles reflects the city’s long importance to the American recording industry.