Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus, at 101 South Columbia Street, is always free to visit. The Ackland's permanent collection features more than 19,000 works of art, including Asian art, North Carolina pottery, collections of European masterworks, and more. Visiting Ackland Art Museum Hours Ackland Art Museum is free to visit. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday … [Read more...] about Free Drawing in the Galleries Event at Ackland Art Museum, Jan. 24, and more
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Free Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace, Jan. 31, and more
Artspace is a visual arts center at 201 East Davie Street which hosts diverse exhibitions, youth and adult art classes, team building, community outreach and more. You can find upcoming events on their website calendar, and you can find updates on their Facebook page. Upcoming Events Lunar New Year Family DaySaturday, January 31, 202611 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free to attend (reserve tickets … [Read more...] about Free Lunar New Year Family Day at Artspace, Jan. 31, and more
25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art on Jan. 31
North Carolina Museum of History's 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, since the NC Museum of History is closed for renovation. The festival takes place Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. This festival is the kickoff to Black History … [Read more...] about 25th Annual African American Cultural Celebration — held at North Carolina Museum of Art on Jan. 31
Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2, at 302 W Corbin Street, Hillsborough, North Carolina, is hosting a Drop-In Valentine's Day Card Making event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Drop in any time. There will be lots of cardmaking supplies, everything you need to make Valentine’s Day cards for all your loved ones. This event was announced on Facebook. All skill levels … [Read more...] about Drop-in Valentine’s Day Card Making at Margaret Lane Gallery Annex/F-Stop 2
Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Jewish for Good (Levin JCC) is hosting the opening reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection on Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., at the Marcus Family Gallery at the Levin JCC, 1937 W Cornwallis Road, Durham, North Carolina. The reception is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are required and donations are welcome. This exhibition features work from Holocaust victim Sofia … [Read more...] about Opening Reception for The Sofia Davidson Collection at the Levin JCC on Jan. 18
Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. This is a FREE event, but please RSVP. Schedule: Peaceful Forest features Takumi Kato, a professional Taiko drummer from Gifu, Japan, who has toured internationally with Kodo, one of Japan’s most renowned … [Read more...] about Free Japanese Taiko Drumming and Cultural Celebration at Durham County Library Jan. 20
National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
The Raleigh Human Relations Commission is hosting a National Day of Racial Healing event on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a free event to celebrate MLK Day. Please RSVP. All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided. Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national … [Read more...] about National Day of Racial Healing event for MLK Day with Raleigh Human Relations Commission on Jan. 20
Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
On Saturday mornings, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., head to Durham Central Park, 501 Foster Street, for Durham Craft Market. Make sure to check the Facebook page to see if there have been any changes. This outdoor market features local crafts. All artisans live and craft no more than 30 miles from Durham city limits. It's free to attend. … [Read more...] about Durham Craft Market on Saturdays
Third Friday Durham Art Walk Jan. 16
Third Friday Durham is a recurring event during which the Durham art venues host free receptions. It takes place the 3rd Friday of the month. This is a great time to check out the new and continuing exhibits. It's also a good time to check out shops and to try out a new restaurant. Most gallery receptions take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. but visit the 3rd Friday Durham Facebook page, where … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham Art Walk Jan. 16
Third Friday Durham at the Visitor Info Center Jan. 16: Artist reception with Jordan Abdur-Ra’off
On Friday, January 16, 2026, stop by the Durham Visitors Center, at 212 West Main Street, Durham, North Carolina, from 6 to 8 p.m. as part of your Third Friday Durham experience. Celebrate Third Friday with an artist reception featuring photographer Jordan Abdur-Ra’oof at the Visitor Info Center. His exhibition, Life is Service, highlights community, connection, and hospitality, showcasing people … [Read more...] about Third Friday Durham at the Visitor Info Center Jan. 16: Artist reception with Jordan Abdur-Ra’off
