NOW OPEN
The Culture Lab: Shop | Events | Studio
Gift shop with exclusive Hip Hop memorabilia.
Tuesday – Saturday
10am – 6pm
658 Exterior Street
Next to T-Mobile
For questions and information about the event space: info@thhm.org
From the Archives:
Disco Fever: The Original Juice Crew, 1980 – 1985
From the Archives:
Golden Era: 1986-1990
The artistic and technological advancements made during the years of 1986 and 1990 were remarkable. The lyrical skills of Rakim, Kool G. Rap, Big Daddy Kane and others would transform the definition of an MC. The production mastery of chopping up beats and sampling sounds by the likes of Marley Marl, Prince Paul and the Bomb Squad would redefine the sound of Hip Hop forever.
Seven months in the making, we present the dawn of a new age in Hip Hop and Rap music, a new generation of MCs, DJs, producers, and dancers made remarkable advancements in artistry and technology. We will look forward to welcoming you to The Golden Era: 1986 – 1990.
In the words of curator and icon Prime Minister Pete Nice, put on your shell-toe Adidas Superstars and take a step back into time at the Revolution of Hip Hop 1986 to 1990. Experience the street fashions of Dapper Dan, the beats of DJ Scott LaRock, the rhymes of Biz Markie, and the culture of Hip Hop that was chronicled by “Video Music Box,” Word Up Magazine, The Source, “The Arsenio Hall Show.” and scores of other outlets.
About The Hip Hop Museum:
The Hip Hop Museum, opening Summer 2026, will include a dynamic blend of traditional exhibits and immersive experiences, including rare artifacts, memorabilia, interactive stations, digital installations, and live performances. These elements will allow visitors of all ages to engage deeply with Hip Hop’s history and its ongoing influence on modern life. The immersive environment will reflect Hip Hop’s kinetic energy, ensuring the experience feels as vibrant and dynamic as the culture itself. The 55,000 square feet space will provide extensive exhibits, performances, and community engagement. The opening of The Hip Hop Museum marks a historic occasion in the celebration and preservation of Hip Hop culture.
