Black History Trolley Tour UPDATE: The link to register is no longer working. It's possible that the event was canceled. If we find out, we'll update. Celebrate Raleigh's Black history on special trolley tours highlighting the downtown area's African American heritage. The tours take place Saturday, February 24, and Sunday, February 25, 2024, at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Tickets are … [Read more...] about Register for Black History Trolley Tour Feb 24-25
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Astronomy Days with North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Feb 3 and 4
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences' Astronomy Days will take place February 3 and 4, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The theme of Astronomy Days this years is Asteroids and meteorites. The festival takes place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, in both Nature Exploration Center (NEC) and Nature Research Center (NRC). Outdoor … [Read more...] about Astronomy Days with North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences Feb 3 and 4
Nature Play Day at Prairie Ridge Ecostation (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 Nature Play Day at Prairie Ridge Ecostation (and more)
Noche de Estrellas — Stargazing Night at Peach Road Rescheduled to Dec 8
On Friday, December 8, 2023, from 6 to 8 p.m., enjoy Noche de Estrellas -- Stargazing Night at Peach Road Cultural Center, 911 Ileagnes Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This is a rescheduled date. This is a free event. This stargazing night is being held in partnership with Morehead Planetarium and the Mexican Consulate. It will be a night filled with stars and planets, indoor science … [Read more...] about Noche de Estrellas — Stargazing Night at Peach Road Rescheduled to Dec 8
Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh Nov 12
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 Sunday, November 12th, 2023, with start times at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. 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 … [Read more...] about Women’s History Trolley Tour in Downtown Raleigh Nov 12
Free walking (and biking) tours on Saturday mornings with Preservation Durham
UPDATE: These tours don't seem to be regularly scheduled at this time. Preservation Durham leads free walking (and one biking) tours on Saturdays. These tours have started up again for 2023, and take place through November, 2023. It's free, but you need to register in advance, and the group is limited to 20 people. The tours meet at the corner of Parrish and Corcoran Streets in … [Read more...] about Free walking (and biking) tours on Saturday mornings with Preservation Durham
Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week events with Raleigh Parks
As part of Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week, the City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources will be hosting a fun-filled week of outdoor activities for kids. This annual event encourages children and families across the country to get outside, explore, and learn more about the local environment. What will you discover about yourself or your backyard? Join these special programs to … [Read more...] about Take a Child Outside (TACO) Week events with Raleigh Parks
JC Raulston Arboretum: Garden Storytime, nature walk, more…
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University, at 4415 Beryl Road, Raleigh, aims to introduce, display, and promote plants that diversify the American landscape, as well as educate visitors and provide a living laboratory for research. The Arboretum is free to visit. Its hours are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Arboretum hosts many … [Read more...] about JC Raulston Arboretum: Garden Storytime, nature walk, more…
Apex 150 Party in the Peak
Apex, NC, is celebrating its sesquicentennial -- its 150th birthday -- this year in 2023. The town is celebrating all year. Learn about Apex's history and the special events at apex150.com. One of the signature events will be Party in the Peak, which takes place Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on the Apex Town Campus, 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC. This free event, which … [Read more...] about Apex 150 Party in the Peak
One Day Wonder: See NC Constitution in Cary Sep 22
The State Archives of NC is presenting the One Day Wonder exhibit at Page-Walker Arts & History Center, 119 Ambassador Loop, Cary, North Carolina, on Friday, September 22, 2023. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., visit the Page-Walker for free and see the North Carolina State Constitution of 1776, as well as other foundational documents from the State Archives. Hosts in colonial costume will greet … [Read more...] about One Day Wonder: See NC Constitution in Cary Sep 22
