...working for the past, present and future of UK jazz...
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Discovering the fascinating stories of jazz's diverse cultures and heritage
Exploring Great Jazz in Great Britain
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We're not just a store room, we're a story room
More than just a room full of boxes, the National Jazz Archive is a UK-wide registered charity working hard to tell the stories of jazz in the UK across the world.
Telling the story of the art, culture & heritage of UK jazz
The Jazz Hub Loughton - The Storefront to our Story Room
The National Jazz Archive is the UK's world-renowned repository of all things jazz and working hard for the past, present and future of this inclusive, diverse and innovative art form.
The Jazz Hub is the front door into the NJA and our Cultural Centre and Museum's mission is to provide visitors with enriching experiences that inspire creativity and curiosity. Our collections includes artifacts and ephemera from renowned and lesser-known artists that tell the stories of great jazz in Great Britain.
Our HQ and core archive is held in Loughton Essex, where we're proudly supported by Essex County Council who have very generously supported us at Loughton Library for nearly 40 years.
Our premier satellite collection is held at Birmingham City University, Central England where they have kindly hosted us in state-of-the-art archive facilities since 2018
We offer guided tours, workshops, live music events and educational programs for all ages. Come and explore our galleries and discover the richness of our cultural heritage.
Sadly, due to some unexpected property issues (we're in a building due to be refurbished some time soon!) - viewing STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT so please get in touch before making any journey!
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Experience the Magic of Jazz
Experience and explore the world of jazz.
From interactive exhibits to hands-on, workshops and live "grassroots" jazz music, our museum offers an unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages.
Discover the magic of the art, culture, history & jazz performance today!
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EVERY DAY IS INTERNATIONAL JAZZ BOOK DAY !
We're blessed with a HUGE donation of jazz reference books so we're inviting jazz bookworms to buy pre-loved jazz books from this generously donated collection, selling any duplicates we receive to raise some much needed funds for the NJA. Thank you in advance !
About Jazz Hub
Our Mission
The Jazz Hub is dedicated to preserving, promoting and presenting the art, culture and heritage of this fascinating music through jazz education, community engagement and live music & events.
Our mission is to inspire curiosity and foster a deeper appreciation for the diversity of jazz in all it's forms.
Collections
Our extensive collections include a wide range of jazz artifacts, publications and photography from across the years. From the 30's and 40's artifacts to contemporary times, our collections provide a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of the wonderful world of jazz.
Education
We work with educators and students to offer a variety of educational programmes for visitors of all ages, including guided tours, workshops, and lectures alongside our live music events.
Our programmes are uniquely designed to engage and inspire for specific audiences, and to provide a deeper understanding of the cultural heritage of our community. Get in touch for more details.