Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, is free for everyone every day that it's open. Reservations are not required. You might be interested in our list of museums in the Triangle with free admission (all the time or certain days.) Upcoming Events at Nasher Museum of Art Find a full list of events at Nasher Museum of Art at nasher.duke.edu/events/. … [Read more...] about Second Sunday Open Studio at Nasher Museum Aug. 10
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Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
Live at Boxyard is a free, interactive event where you can connect with local artists, watch live demonstrations in action, and try hands-on art yourself. It takes place Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Boxyard RTP, 900 Park Offices Drive, Durham, North Carolina. This isn’t your traditional gallery visit—this is art you can feel, make, and be part of. This … [Read more...] about Live at the Boxyard Sept. 13: free, interactive art event
Art Events in the Triangle — A calendar of events in museums, galleries, and more
Every corner of the Triangle boasts visual art to enjoy, from museums, to galleries, to artist collectives, to the public art you can find outside. We will soon be adding a list of places in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, Chatham County, and more to find art. But for now, read on for the calendar of art events that are on Triangle on the Cheap. We include opening … [Read more...] about Art Events in the Triangle — A calendar of events in museums, galleries, and more
August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
August marks the end of the summer (although it might not feel like it) and the beginning of the school year for many kids. There's still lots to do in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the rest of the Triangle, in August. Read on for some of the top events in the Triangle in August. Then keep reading for a day by day calendar of everything on Triangle on the Cheap's calendar in August, … [Read more...] about August events: Top things to do in the Triangle
Free days at museums in the Triangle
The Triangle area of North Carolina is rich with museums but you don't need riches to visit them because many are free. And some that aren't free offer free days. Raleigh, especially, as the state capital, has many free museum offerings, but you'll find some in Durham and Chapel Hill as well. Keep in mind that all the free museums welcome donations. Raleigh North Carolina Museum of … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Aug. 7
Artists of all ages and skill levels are invited to Historic Oakwood Cemetery, 701 Oakwood Avenue, Raleigh, North Carolina, for Plein Air drawing and painting. These sessions take place the first Thursday of the month, through December 4, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Dates in 2025: It's free to participate. Led by program coordinator and artist Brianna McCormick, the group will meet … [Read more...] about Plein Air Drawing and Painting at Historic Oakwood Cemetery Aug. 7
Peel Gallery: Opening reception for “Look, It’s All Connected,” on August 8
Peel, at 708 W Rosemary Street, Carrboro, North Carolina, is an art gallery, community event space, digital photography lab and retail space promoting contemporary art. You can find information on Peel's exhibitions and events on its website and Facebook page. Opening Reception for Look, It's All ConnectedFriday, August 8, 20256 to 9 p.m.Free The exhibition will be on display from August 6 … [Read more...] about Peel Gallery: Opening reception for “Look, It’s All Connected,” on August 8
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 the 2nd Friday ArtWalk. Explore art galleries, artist studios, shops and restaurants. There will also be live music, performances, spoken word poetry and more. Venues are generally open late afternoon and evening hours. 2nd Friday ArtWalk events and activities are free and open to all. Here are … [Read more...] about 2nd Friday ArtWalk in Chapel Hill and Carrboro
Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
Waverly Place, 302 Colonades Way, Cary, North Carolina, is hosting Create Cary: A Community Art Day on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. This free event features: … [Read more...] about Create Cary: A Community Art Day at Waverly Place August 9
Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tour the historic Calvin Jones House, explore the exhibits in the new museum building, and stroll through the beautiful gardens. The Calvin Jones House was the first administrative building of Wake Forest College and was saved from demolition by … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Historical Museum: Free guided tours of Calvin Jones House
