Welcome Tattoo, 316 W Geer Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting Tattooing in North Carolina on Sunday, August 9, 2026, from 5 to 8 p.m. Enjoy an evening exploring over 100 years of tattooing in North Carolina through the stories of the artists, shops, and personalities who helped shape it. Tattoo historian C.W. Eldridge will present Tattooing in North Carolina, followed by a screening of … [Read more...] about Tattooing in North Carolina: History talk at Welcome Tattoo Aug. 9
Learning
Make Paper in Nature with Triangle Land Conservancy July 25
Triangle Land Conservancy, an organization that works to safeguard clean water and natural habitats, leads groups in guided hikes and provides outdoor programs in nature preserves in the Triangle. You can find all the upcoming events on TLC's calendar. Here is one upcoming event. Make sure to follow the link to see all the details and register. Make Paper in NatureSaturday, July 25, 20269:30 to … [Read more...] about Make Paper in Nature with Triangle Land Conservancy July 25
Afternoon in the Garden and Moth Night at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre July 24
Apex Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources is hosting two nature events on Friday, July 24, 2026, at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre, 2600 Evans Road, Apex, North Carolina. Both are free to attend, and neither requires registration. These events were announced on Facebook. Afternoon in the Garden 6 to 8 p.m. Enjoy refreshments, connect with local vendors, pick up native seeds, and … [Read more...] about Afternoon in the Garden and Moth Night at Apex Nature Park Amphitheatre July 24
WUNC Spotlight Series: Make it Scroll — Behind the Feed with Josh Sullivan July 22
Inspired by the fast-moving world of social video and audience-driven storytelling, WUNC Spotlight Series: Make It Scroll invites guests into an interactive live newsroom experience exploring how journalists decide what stories capture attention, and what makes people stop scrolling. This is a free event on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 12 to 1 p.m., at WUNC Studios, 324 Blackwell Street, Ste. … [Read more...] about WUNC Spotlight Series: Make it Scroll — Behind the Feed with Josh Sullivan July 22
Frederick Douglass Community Reading at Stagville July 4
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, North Carolina, contains the remnants of one of the largest plantations of the pre-Civil War South. The plantation belonged to the Bennehan-Cameron family, whose combined holdings totaled approximately 900 enslaved people and almost 30,000 acres of land by 1860. Stagville offers a view of the past, especially that of its African … [Read more...] about Frederick Douglass Community Reading at Stagville July 4
52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
Are you a coin or stamp collector? Or are you interesting in learning more? Then, the Raleigh Money Expo is for you! The Raleigh Coin Club is the Triangle's largest and longest-running coin club. Join them at the Raleigh Money Expo. The Raleigh Money Expo takes place at The Exposition Center, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, from June 26 to 28, 2026. Admission is free. … [Read more...] about 52nd Raleigh Money Expo at NC State Fairgrounds — coin, paper money & stamp show June 26-28
Juneteenth at City of Raleigh Museum: History Lecture June 19
City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. is hosting a learning opportunity for Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Torrey Dixon will speak about the legal journey of Juneteenth, The Road from Emancipation to Freedom. Born in the last capital of the Southern Confederacy (Danville, Va), Special Deputy Attorney General Torrey Dixon, who began … [Read more...] about Juneteenth at City of Raleigh Museum: History Lecture June 19
Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
George H. White Bar Association, NC Association of Public Defenders and NC Central University-The Justice Institute are planning an event to commemorate Juneteenth. Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts takes place Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12:30 to 4 p.m., at NCCU Student Center, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC. The event is free and open to all. Join to celebrate this year's theme: From … [Read more...] about Honoring Juneteenth In Our Courts June 19
4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
4th Annual International Children’s Day and Luisito's Bilingual Book Fair will take place Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a FREE, bilingual event. This event is intended for children of all ages. It features performances, authors, and family activities. Featured Performances: Featured … [Read more...] about 4th Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 30
Free Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop at Dix Park June 13 (registration required)
PineCone is presenting a FREE Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at House of Many Porches Market at Dix Park, 701 Palmer Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. Space is limited. Registration is required. Registration opens at May 30, 2026, at 12 p.m. This workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate players. Join an engaging workshop … [Read more...] about Free Old-Time Fiddle & Banjo Workshop at Dix Park June 13 (registration required)
