Thinking Philosophy is a free series offered by the Philosophy Department at UNC-Chapel Hill in partnership with Chapel Hill Public Library. It takes place on Wednesdays from February 4 to April 15, 2026, at 2:15 p.m., at Chapel Hill Public Library, Meeting Room B, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. It does not take place March 4 and 18, 2026. You can find this series on Chapel … [Read more...] about Thinking with Philosophy: free program with UNC Philosophy Department at Chapel Hill Public Library
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Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
PBS North Carolina, NC Science Festival and The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences present Science on the Carolina Coast — Screening and Panel Discussion. This is a free event. You can attend in person or watch online. Please register here. It takes place Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 6 p.m., at NC Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. … [Read more...] about Science on the Carolina Coast with PBS North Carolina — free screening and discussion Apr. 23
Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Triangle Land Conservancy invites you to enjoy them for Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the North Carolina Museum of Art Ann and Jim Goodnight Museum Park. This is a free event. Please register here. Read on to learn about all the activities. Some of them have limited space and require registration. (Follow the above link to register … [Read more...] about Wild Ideas: You Are a Force for Nature — free event at NC Museum of Art Museum Park Apr. 11
Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough presents the annual Revolutionary War Living History Day to commemorate Hillsborough’s Revolutionary history. Re-enactors and activities will be set up throughout the day at the Hillsborough Visitors Center, 150 East King Street. There will be activities at other locations in Hillsborough, as well. Please see below. The event is free and open to the … [Read more...] about Revolutionary War Living History Day in Hillsborough April 11
The Early Historic Heroines of Cary — outdoor living history event March 21
Experience a walking production, The Early Historic Heroines of Cary on Saturday, March 21, 2026. It will take place from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and from 1 to 2:30 p.m. The program meets at the plaza in front of Fidelity Bank, 100 W Chatham Street, Cary, North Carolina. Parking is available at the Town Hall. Tickets are $8 for Cary residents and $10 for non-residents. Purchase tickets … [Read more...] about The Early Historic Heroines of Cary — outdoor living history event March 21
Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium Mar. 20
Teens ages 13-18 are invited to the free Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium and Science Center, 250 East Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. This is a chance for teens who are interested in science to get to know each other, enjoy some free pizza, and learn from an engaging science speaker. Teen Science Café takes place on the following evenings from 6 to 7:30 p.m.: Teen … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Morehead Planetarium Mar. 20
Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Morehead Planetarium + Science Center frequently facilitates skywatching sessions, during which guests can look through telescopes at the night sky and learn about what they're seeing. Sometimes Morehead Planetarium is joined by other groups, who also help with the event. In general these are free events. Upcoming Skywatching Events Skywatching at Little River Regional ParkFriday, March … [Read more...] about Free skywatching at Little River Regional Park March 20
Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science March 17
The Museum of Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, is presenting Teen Science Cafe. Teen Science Cafe is a free event designed just for teens. Connect with a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) professional, hear about their exciting career, enjoy some free snacks, and dive into a fun, hands-on activity. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your friends for a … [Read more...] about Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science March 17
Wilkerson Nature Preserve in Raleigh: Leprechaun Village Mar. 17, and more…
A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve, at 5229 Awls Haven Drive, Raleigh, offers many planned activities for adults and kids to explore nature, get exercise and learn about the world. Some of these activities have a cost and some are free. Follow the links to register. To find more planned events at A.L. Wilkerson Nature Preserve, go to Raleigh Parks' activity search page, put A.L. Wilkerson … [Read more...] about Wilkerson Nature Preserve in Raleigh: Leprechaun Village Mar. 17, and more…
St. Patrick’s Day Palooza in Franklinton March 14
The nearby town of Franklinton is hosting a St. Patrick's Day celebration, St. Patrick's Day Palooza, on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m. It's free to attend. Franklinton is in the northeast corner of the Triangle. It's about a 39 minute drive from Raleigh, but just a 15 minute drive from Wake Forest, and a 10 minute drive from Youngsville. The free event in Downtown Franklinton will … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Palooza in Franklinton March 14
