The African American Music Collection is located in room G648 Haven Hall on the central campus of the University of Michigan.

Founded in 1974, the archive collects and preserves personal papers, books, sheet music, printed scores, playbills, sound and video recordings, instruments, photographic material, and other material culture that enhances the understanding of peoples of the African Diaspora.

Among the earliest collections are the materials of world renowned choral conductor, Dr. Eva Jessye acquired in her travels throughout the United States and abroad with the Eva Jessye Choir; and the Maxwell O. Reade collection of jazz recordings. Other significant collections include the papers of big band leader Andy Kirk, baritone vocalist Todd Duncan and the Standifer Oral History Video Collection.

In total, the archives' holdings includes original manuscripts; nearly 1,200 pieces of sheet music and musical scores published in the early 20th century, with an emphasis on jazz and band arrangements; over 300 tapes and recordings of speeches, plays, and interviews; a visual history of African American culture and contributions represented by over 300 photographs and panel displays; and over 3,800 recordings of Dixieland and big band jazz, gospel music, and rhythm and blues; including cassette recordings of the "Down Home Blues" weekly radio program.