The Hip Hop Museum

?? Join us for the ultimate virtual celebration of Hip Hop history! We're unveiling “The Park” on The Hip Hop Museum’s virtual world on Spatial, paying homage to the Bronx parks where it all began. Experience an unforgettable Old School Park Jam featuring special guest DJs: ?? Cutman LG ?? Grandwizzard Theodore ?? Grandmaster Caz ?? When: November 18, 2024 ? Time: 7 PM ET ?? Join the party on Spatial https://bit.ly/THHMPark ?? Watch live on Twitch.TV/TheHipHopMuseum Let’s celebrate Hip Hop History Month together! Don’t miss it! The links will be provided in our bio. #TheHipHopMuseum #ThePark

Step into our new space called, The Park, inside The Hip Hop Museum’s immersive new virtual world on Spatial! This space is designed as a tribute to the Bronx parks where Hip Hop was born. The Park will transport visitors to the roots of a cultural movement that transformed the world. Created by the team of CARNEVALE, this unique digital experience recreates the energy of old school park jams, blending history with cutting-edge technology to celebrate Hip Hop's vibrant legacy. Join us on November 18th, 2024 at 7pm EST in honor of Hip Hop History Month. Special guests, Grandwizzard Theodore and Grandmaster Caz will be spinning on the 1’s and 2’s. The link will be provided in the comment section on the day of the event. This is more than just an event. It's a celebration of culture that you won't want to miss. See you there! #TheHipHopMuseum #ThePark

The list of legendary Hip Hop artists that Rocky Bucano - CEO, The Hip Hop Museum has had a hand in lifting up is endless. Starting in 1987, he started Strong City Records, where he launched Masters of Ceremony, Busy Bee, and Diamond D. In 1991, he launched 3rd Rail Entertainment, where he contributed to the success of Monica and Illegal. Rocky's industry awards are endless-- he has simply been a force bringing Hip Hop to prominence not only as a music genre, but as a social movement that, like Jazz, enjoys roots that are uniquely American. Rocky's Latest venture is a passion project he's been leading over the past decade in bringing to life the first Hip Hop Museum. Its planned opening in the Bronx, the place where Hip Hop was born, is coming in 2025. If you are intrigued to learn some fascinating stories about the evolution of Hip Hop and all the Disruption it has caused, listen in as Rocky shares his own unique story. Truly an honor and privilege to host Rocky Bucano on DisruptED.

The Odyssey of Rappin' Max Robot continues... Built by our non-profit apprenticeship program, Welder Underground, Rappin’ Max Robot stands 18 feet tall and weighs over 7,000 pounds. Originally created in 1986 by Eric Orr as the first Hip Hop Comic Book character, Max was brought to life as a steel sculpture by our first cohort at our Bushwick Fabrication Studio. He started his journey at The Hip Hop Museum and is now standing tall at Columbus Park in Brooklyn, where he will be until the Spring. He will then make his way to Paris to be gifted and remain in perpetuity as a commemoration of the 2024 Olympics where Breaking was featured as a sport. A huge thank you to the Office of the Brooklyn Borough President, Antonio Reynoso and his team,? NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, DOT, NYPD, NYC Citywide Administrative Services, and all the visitors who came out to welcome Rappin’ Max Robot to Brooklyn. Our non-profit The Collab-Orators launched Welder Underground this past spring as a new program to teach welding and metal fabrication through the process of building public art. We’re grateful to ESAB for their generous support. If you would like to learn more about Welder Underground, please reach out. #WelderUnderground #RappinMaxRobot #metalfabrication #workforcedevelopment #apprenticeship #brooklynworkforce

Reminder, today is the day?? Attention all Hip Hop lovers in the United States, The Hip Hop Museum is calling on you to go out to the polls and vote. Your voice matters—every vote is a step toward justice and representation. Get out there and make your voices heard. Vote to shape the future we all deserve! ????? For more information about where and how to vote in your state, visit vote.org! #TheHipHopMuseum #Vote2024

As we approach the upcoming election on November 5th, let’s channel that energy into action! Your voice matters—every vote is a step toward justice and representation. Don’t just vibe to the beat; get out there and make your voice heard. Vote to shape the future we all deserve! ????? Hip Hop culture is more than just music; it's a powerful movement that unites voices and fosters community engagement. It highlights the struggles and triumphs of marginalized communities, making it vital for driving social change. Early Vote NOW! To check out when your state’s early voting ends, swipe left to find out more. #TheHipHopMuseum

Vote Early in NY Starting Today! Oct. 26th through Election Day! Go to vote.org for your state’s information. #TheHipHopMuseum

What better way to close out our time in Chicago than with a Legendary DJ Showcase honoring the heartbeat of Hip Hop? Chicago’s own Terry Hunter, the ever-influential Sean Mac, and the legendary Kid Capri commanded the stage, delivering a sonic experience that brought the house down. Masters of the turntables brought the heat as they paid tribute to the genre and truth to the game! This celebration mash-up was the perfect culmination of a series and a reminder that the journey is real. Thank you, Chicago, for helping us with the movement of empowerment, financial wellness, and culture. Watch this space for the BIG ANNOUNCEMENT of the next city! The Hip Hop Museum x Chase, together, we continue this journey of impact. IG: @DJTerryHunter @Sean_Mac_ @KidCapri101 @RamovaChicago #TheHipHopMuseum #THHM #Chase #DJShowcase #KidCapri #ChicagoCulture #HipHopCommunity #FinancialEmpowerment #CulturalCelebration #ReadyForBusiness #NextUp

Money, Power, and Respect: A Conversation for the Culture The Hip Hop Museum x Chase concluded our series with personal stories of financial fortitude and forward planning. Estelle led the panel and was joined by Cory Hardrict and LaRoyce Hawkins, as they focused on “Money, Power, and Respect”. Our insights explored the intersections of financial empowerment, influence, and self-worth. Life is lifing even for celebs. And they were happy to discuss building generational wealth along with stories of resilience and success. Thank you @coryhardrict @laroycehawkins and @estelledarlings for an intriguing afternoon of real talk. Stay tuned for more highlights and celebration of Chicago’s culture and community. #TheHipHopMuseum #THHM #Chase #MoneyPowerRespect #ChicagoCulture #Empowerment #FinancialWellness #ReadyForBusiness

Spotlighting Chicago’s Hip Hop Legacy & Small Business Leaders! Our event continued with an inspiring introduction from Darrell “Artistic” Roberts (@citsitraphotos), founder of the Chicago Hip Hop Heritage Museum (@chicagohiphopheritagemuseum). He shared his passion for preserving Chicago’s Hip Hop culture and its impact on the city’s rich history. Following this, we hosted dynamic roundtable discussions with local business leaders, who shared their unique stories, and the solution oriented strategies that successfully led them to be “Ready For Business.” Hosted by WGCI’s own Leon Rogers (@leonrogers), this lunch & learn featured local Chicago entrepreneurs Nicole Jordan-Reed of Nicole Jordan Catering (@nicolejordancatering), Robiar Smith of R.B. Pest Solutions (@r.b.pestsolutions), Wynona Redmond of WynWin Communications (@wynwincomm), Jimmie & Tiffany Williams of Urban Roots Inc. (@urbanrootsinc), Paula Garces (@therealpaulagarces) of World of Aluna (@alunasuperhero), and Guy Fuller of Allstar Partners LLC (@allstarpartnersllc). A powerful day of connecting, learning, and celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of Chicago! #THHM #TheHipHopMuseum #Chase #CHHHM #ReadyForBusiness #SmallBusinessSpotlight #Entrepreneurship #ChiTownLeaders