The National Museum of American History

The National Museum of American History is a museum located in Washington, D.C. The museum is a part of the Smithsonian Institution. The museum employs 115 people and has an annual revenue of $50 million. The National Museum of American History is home to the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra (SJMO), a renowned ensemble dedicated to preserving and performing jazz music. The orchestra, authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1990, presents a diverse range of concerts featuring transcribed works, new arrangements, commissioned pieces, and programs that showcase the contributions of jazz masters. The SJMO is unique in its commitment to honoring the history and evolution of American jazz. They perform in various configurations, including a 17-member big band, quartet, septet, and small groups, allowing for a wide spectrum of musical expression within the jazz idiom. Visitors can learn more about the National Museum of American History and the Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra at americanhistory.si.edu.