Where Did the Banjo Come From? Here’s a Timeline of Its History

banjo history

The banjo has evolved from its African roots, first as a minstrel instrument, and later as a jazz, bluegrass, and folk staple.

At the American Banjo Museum in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, you can see more than 300 banjos – the largest public display in the world. The timeline below includes just a few.

banjo history

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