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Safety Measures at BAM
Our top priority remains the health and safety of our audiences, artists, and staff.

Face masks are highly recommended at BAM. We will continue to update our policies in adherence with the latest health and safety guidelines and protocols.
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History

BAM Hamm Archives

 

The BAM Hamm Archives reveal the history of America’s oldest performing arts institution and the lively borough of Brooklyn.

 

The BAM Hamm Archives collects, organizes, protects, and provides access to materials and documents that chronicle BAM’s ongoing history, programs, and people. We invite you to explore the rich past of this adventurous institution through our collection of images, text, video and audio recordings.

 

 

Visiting the Archive
Archives
About the Archives
 
About the Archives
 

Researchers: read more about the kinds of materials in the physical Archives and how to use them. We welcome researchers interested in learning more about the arts, Brooklyn, and BAM!

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Contact 
 

BAM Hamm Archives
1000 Dean Street, #317
Brooklyn, New York 11238

718.724.8150
BAMHammarchive@bam.org

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BAM Leon Levy Digital Archives
HISTORY
Welcome to The Shelby White & Leon Levy BAM Digital Archive
 
Welcome to The Shelby White & Leon Levy BAM Digital Archive
 
A curated collection of highlights from BAM’s history, including Next Wave shows, DanceAfrica performances, and Artist Talks.
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BAM150 Documentary
 
 
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BAM through the Years
 
BAM through the Years
 

Learn about fascinating events and people who made BAM what it is today. Examine photos and illustrations, trace a timeline, and read about the country's oldest performing arts institution.

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Archives
BAM Buildings
 

Learn about BAM's spaces, which have grown to several from just one.

 
 

 

Major support provided by Charles J. and Irene F. Hamm and the Leon Levy Foundation

 
Information
BAMblog
 
Read short articles with insights on fascinating BAM episodes and events.
 
 
Videos from Our Archive
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