The Museum of Making Music, is a signature program of the National Association of Music Merchants' NAMM Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Carlsbad, California.

Its mission is to "explore the accomplishments and impact of the music products industry through educational and interactive exhibitions and programs and directly connect visitors with hands-on music making.

The museum's galleries feature more than 450 vintage instruments and artifacts, hundreds of audio samples of popular music and a visitors interactive area with live, hands-on instruments, along with Sit 'N Play areas near the end of the main galleries.

In addition to its permanent collection, the museum self-curates temporary exhibitions that revolve around a core theme or idea.

[3] The museum organizes public events, performances and lectures to entertain, educate and inform audiences about the heritage and benefits of making music.