The popular American Indian Heritage Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of History on Saturday, November 23rd, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Musicians, dancers, artists, storytellers, and authors from North Carolina’s eight state-recognized tribes will gather for this popular family event. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism … [Read more...] about 24th American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
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Free at Liberty Arts: Iron-Breaking and more
Liberty Arts, 918 Pearl Street, Durham, is a sculpture studio, foundry, gallery and art space. It serves as an incubator in which artists learn from each other. Liberty Arts offers classes in welding, casting, stone-carving, woodworking, plasma-cutting and ceramics. They are known for their work in iron. Each year they hold a public iron pour in Durham Central Park. Here are a few … [Read more...] about Free at Liberty Arts: Iron-Breaking and more
Second Friday Artist Talks at The Ackland Art Museum (and more)
Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus, at 101 South Columbia Street, is always free to visit. Its permanent collection consists of more than 17,000 works of art, featuring North Carolina’s premier collections of Asian art and works of art on paper (drawings, prints, and photographs), as well as significant collections of European masterworks, twentieth-century and … [Read more...] about Second Friday Artist Talks at The Ackland Art Museum (and more)
2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
The second Friday of every month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., head to Chapel Hill and Carrboro for an ArtWalk. Experience live music, food, activities, hands-on art demonstrations, discounts, and more. Download a map to help make sure you don't miss anything. 27 venues are highlighted on the map, everything from the Ackland Art Museum at UNC to Open Eye Cafe in Carrboro. Learn more about these … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
Holiday Bazaar in Carrboro
The Bazaar is a craft and art market that takes place several times a year in Carrboro. It's free to attend and also features music, food and drink. The next Bazaar takes place December 1st, 2019, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Carrboro Town Commons, 301 W. Main Street, Carrboro. Some of what you can expect: 30+ local makers Merry Franksters Baozi Boricua Soul … [Read more...] about Holiday Bazaar in Carrboro
Durham Night Market
The folks behind Raleigh Night Market are bringing the fun to Durham, with Durham Night Market. At Durham Night Market you’ll find local artists and artisans, performances, lots of food and drink vendors, and more. Durham Night Markets are family-friendly events and free to attend. Here's information on the first one: Durham Night Market Thursday, November 21st, 2019 5:30 … [Read more...] about Durham Night Market
Free Guided Tours at NC Museum of Art
Admission to NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, is free, and there are also many events scheduled. Some of them are free as well. Make sure to check the NC Museum of Art calendar for other events and to make sure that there haven't been any changes. Here are a couple of the upcoming events: Daily Museum Tours Explore the Collection Tuesdays–Fridays, 1:30 … [Read more...] about Free Guided Tours at NC Museum of Art
Artist talks and more at NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design
NC State's Gregg Museum of Art & Design, at 1903 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, is open to the public and free to visit. Free parking is available adjacent to the building. Monday: closed Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (open until 7 p.m. first Friday of month for First Fridays) Saturday: 10 a.m. … [Read more...] about Artist talks and more at NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design
Holiday Kiln Opening at Hewitt Pottery in Pittsboro
Hewitt Pottery, 424 Johnny Burke Road, Pittsboro, is holding its holiday kiln opening. Enjoy looking at hundreds of pots under $50, and many gifts starting as low as $5. Kids are welcome! And, mark your calendar for the holiday kiln openings: Saturday, December 7th, 2019: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, December 8th, 2019: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, December 14th, 2019: 9 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Holiday Kiln Opening at Hewitt Pottery in Pittsboro
10 Things to See and Do at First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh November 1
The first Friday of every month, Downtown Raleigh showcases its art, music and food during its First Friday Gallery Walk. The event runs from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., but venues' hours may vary. It's a free self-guided tour and a chance to visit art galleries, studios, alternative art venues and more. Museums stay open late on the first Friday of the month. Live music is plentiful and many restaurants … [Read more...] about 10 Things to See and Do at First Friday Gallery Walk in Raleigh November 1
