The Town of Cary is presenting several Black History Month programs in February of 2026. The theme this year is "The Brilliance of Resilience." Some of the events are free and some are ticketed. Please make sure to follow each link to register. Events at Cary Arts Center A Night of Jazz, R&B and Funk with Chip ShearinSaturday, February 14, 20267 p.m.Cary Arts Center101 Dry Avenue, … [Read more...] about Town of Cary’s Black History Month Events: food, music, film, art, more…
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Free History program with Chatham County Historical Association March 1: The Regulator Movement
Chatham County Historical Association is presenting a free history program, The Regulator Movement and the Revolution in the North Carolina Backcountry, on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from 2 to 3 p.m., at the Historic Chatham County Courthouse, 9 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, North Carolina. This is a free program. The Chatham County Historical Association continues its celebration of the 250th … [Read more...] about Free History program with Chatham County Historical Association March 1: The Regulator Movement
Women’s History Month Events at Wake County Public Library in March
Wake County Public Library is presenting several events in March, 2026, for Women's History Month. All are free to attend but some require pre-registration. Please make sure to follow each link for all the details. There are events for both adult and children. Some of the events are held virtually, but most are held in person. Women's History Events at Wake County Public Library NC Women at … [Read more...] about Women’s History Month Events at Wake County Public Library in March
Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh March 15
All aboard the Historic Raleigh Trolley for a special Women's History tour! This special tour on the Historic Raleigh Trolley will take place on Saturday, March 15, 2026, at these times: Please keep in mind that tickets always go quickly for special tours with the Historic Raleigh Trolley. Tickets are $12 per person. Register for one of the time slots here. The Historic Raleigh Trolley … [Read more...] about Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh March 15
Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in February
Duke Homestead, at 2828 Duke Homestead Road, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting a special guided tour, "Field & Factory: Tobacco's Laborers" every Saturday in February, 2026. To learn a fuller story of the people who worked in tobacco, join Duke Homestead staff on site for a special program, “Field & Factory: A Look at Tobacco’s Laborers.” These walks will highlight the contributions … [Read more...] about Free Field and Factory Tour at Duke Homestead Saturdays in February
Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Mug Rug Crafting Feb. 25
Grace Lutheran Church, 824 N Buchanan Blvd, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting their Wednesday at One program on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Enjoy lunch at 12:30 p.m., and then, at 1 p.m., the LWML Quilters will lead a session on making Mug Rugs, a fun, simple, and customizable sewing project that you’ll be able to take home and enjoy. It's all FREE to attend. Please … [Read more...] about Wednesdays at One at Grace Lutheran Church: Free Lunch and Mug Rug Crafting Feb. 25
Engineering Day at John Deere in Cary Feb. 21
The Forge Initiative is holding its 9th Engineering Day on February 21, 2026, from 1 to 4 p.m., at John Deere, 2000 John Deere Run, Cary, North Carolina. This is a FREE, all-ages, hands-on STEAM event that brings students, families, and educators together to explore engineering in a fun and interactive way. Attendees can experience robotics, 3D printing, AI, and other technology activities. … [Read more...] about Engineering Day at John Deere in Cary Feb. 21
Great Decisions Discussion Series at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh
The Great Decisions discussion series is presented annually by the Foreign Policy Association to the nation as a public educational opportunity, introducing impartial and thought-provoking analyses on globally important topics facing America today. Each session includes the Foreign Policy Association video presentation on the topic of the week, a short talk by a local speaker knowledgeable on … [Read more...] about Great Decisions Discussion Series at The Woman’s Club of Raleigh
Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
UNC School of Medicine is presenting a free monthly lecture series, Mini Med School, at Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. All ages are welcome. You can also attend on Zoom. More information and a registration link. Mini Med School takes place once a month (usually a Tuesday) from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mini Med School Schedule … [Read more...] about Mini Med School — monthly series from UNC School of Medicine
Free Outdoor Art Programs for Kids at NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ Prairie Ridge, and more
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences always offers free admission, but you might not be aware of the free and inexpensive events, beyond the exhibits, that it offers. You can view all their events here. Some are free and some have fees associated with them. Here are a few upcoming free and cheap events. Please follow the links to see if you need to register, and to see if there are any … [Read more...] about Free Outdoor Art Programs for Kids at NC Museum of Natural Sciences’ Prairie Ridge, and more
