North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street in Raleigh, is free to visit. It's open every day, with the following exceptions: Closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Events at North Carolina Museum of History Check out the complete event calendar. 120th Birthday CelebrationSaturday, December 3rd, 202210 a.m. to 3 p.m.Free This … [Read more...] about North Carolina Museum of History’s 120th birthday — free admission to ticketed exhibit and more…
Museums and attractions
Teen Science Café at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences: Water Resource Engineering Dec 2
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café These events take place the first Friday of the month (with a couple of exceptions; see below) during the school year, from 6 to 7 p.m., at the Daily Planet Cafe, the coffee shop within the Nature Research Center, at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. Each cafe will includes a science presentation, an … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences: Water Resource Engineering Dec 2
Museum of Life and Science free for Durham residents Dec 2 and 11
Museum of Life and Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, is one of the most popular attractions in Durham. It features indoor and outdoor exhibits that encourage children to learn about the world around them. Museum of Life + Science Exhibits Indoor exhibits Outdoor exhibits Admission Reserved tickets are no longer required, but buying tickets online can help get you into the … [Read more...] about Museum of Life and Science free for Durham residents Dec 2 and 11
Museum of Life + Science’s Holidays in the Park
The Museum of Life + Science is celebrating the season with Holidays in the Park. Enjoy a memorable stroll with your loved ones through some of our outdoor and indoor spaces on evenings in December, from 5:15 to 9 p.m. Follow shimmering pathways and glowing trees through the garden, Farmyard, and Dinosaur Trail. Enjoy the tropical temperatures inside the Magic Wings Butterfly House or stop … [Read more...] about Museum of Life + Science’s Holidays in the Park
American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Nov 19
North Carolina Museum of History's popular American Indian Heritage Celebration will take place on November 19th, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the museum, at 5 E Edenton Street, Raleigh, NC. This is a free event. It takes inside and outside of the museum. This festival is an annual celebration of the rich diversity and contributions of American Indians in North Carolina for over 14,000 … [Read more...] about American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Nov 19
Interactive Rangoli Demonstration at Gregg Museum of Art Nov 10
NC State's Gregg Museum of Art & Design, at 1903 Hillsborough Street in Raleigh, is open to the public and free to visit. Free parking is available adjacent to the building. Currently open Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. Read on to learn about Gregg Museum's upcoming events and its current exhibits. Across the Threshold of India – … [Read more...] about Interactive Rangoli Demonstration at Gregg Museum of Art Nov 10
Military Appreciation Week at North Carolina Zoo — free admission for military Nov 7-13
The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, is thanking those who have served in the U.S. Military with Military Appreciation Week. From Monday, November 7th, to Sunday, November 13th, 2022, military members get free admission, as well as free admission for one accompanying guest. When you arrive at the admission booths, just look for the Military Appreciation Table to get your … [Read more...] about Military Appreciation Week at North Carolina Zoo — free admission for military Nov 7-13
NCMA ReMixed Block Party at NC Museum of Art Oct 8
NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, is free to visit. The hours at this time are Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Special exhibits might require a paid ticket. Upcoming Events You can see all the events here. Below are just a few of them. Please follow the links, below, for each event, for full information and for registration. NCMA ReMixed Block Party: … [Read more...] about NCMA ReMixed Block Party at NC Museum of Art Oct 8
Under the Skin: Looking at Historic Paints Under the Microscope (program about paint of Joel Lane House)
Joel Lane Museum House, at 160 South Saint Mary's Street, Raleigh, is a heritage site that is owned today by the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of North Carolina. The Joel Lane House was built in 1769. Joel Lane facilitated the location of North Carolina's capital city on his land in 1792. The Joel Lane Museum House brings American and North Carolina history … [Read more...] about Under the Skin: Looking at Historic Paints Under the Microscope (program about paint of Joel Lane House)
Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
Raleigh Fire Museum, 105 Keeter Center Drive in Raleigh, is open just one day a month to the public, although tours can be scheduled other times. If you'd like to just walk in, though, come by the second Saturday of the month, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. It's free to visit. See photos and artifacts that tell the story of the history of firefighting. This is a small museum but it has hundreds … [Read more...] about Visit Raleigh Fire Museum 2nd Saturday of month (for free)
