The 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at at the North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, January 25th, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a free event. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, the 19th annual African American Cultural Celebration will feature: Musicians Storytellers … [Read more...] about 19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
Museums and attractions
Free days at museums in the Triangle
The Triangle area of North Carolina is rich with museums but you don't need riches to visit them because many are free. And some that aren't free offer free days. Raleigh, especially, as the state capital, has many free museum offerings, but you'll find some in Durham and Chapel Hill as well. Keep in mind that all the free museums welcome donations. Raleigh North Carolina … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
4th Annual African American History Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum
City of Raleigh Museum's mission is to "Preserve Raleigh's Past for the Future." It debuted its first exhibit in 1993, and operated as a nonprofit until 2012, when the City of Raleigh assumed operational control. It's supported by the nonprofit Friends of the COR Museum. It's at 220 Fayetteville Street, in the 1874 Briggs Building in historic downtown Raleigh. Admission is free, although a … [Read more...] about 4th Annual African American History Symposium at City of Raleigh Museum
Avett Brothers movie, Teen Coffee House and more, at NC Museum of Art
Admission to NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, is free, and there are also many events scheduled. Some of them are free as well. Make sure to check the NC Museum of Art calendar for other events and to make sure that there haven't been any changes. Here are a couple of the upcoming events: May It Last: A Portrait of the Avett Brothers Sunday, January 26th, … [Read more...] about Avett Brothers movie, Teen Coffee House and more, at NC Museum of Art
Award-Winning Architect + Designer Christophe Pillet at CAM Raleigh
CAM Raleigh, 409 W. Martin Street, is a non-collecting contemporary art museum in downtown Raleigh. It offers bold, non-traditional exhibitions by living artists. Admission to CAM Raleigh is now FREE thanks to the generous support of members and partners. Keep reading for some free special events at CAM Raleigh. Exhibitions currently on view: ¡Viva Viclas! The Art of the Lowrider … [Read more...] about Award-Winning Architect + Designer Christophe Pillet at CAM Raleigh
Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park January 17
Mordecai Historic Park, at 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, includes the Mordecai House, which is the oldest house in Raleigh in its original location. It was built in 1785. The park also includes: Cure barn ca. 1840 Plantation Office ca. 1840 Ellen Mordecai Garden ca. 1842 Mordecai Spring Allen Kitchen ca. 1842 Andrew Johnson Birthplace ca. 1800 Badger Iredell Law Office ca. … [Read more...] about Free Friday at Mordecai Historic Park January 17
A Creative Protest: MLK Comes to Durham Exhibit Opening at Museum of Durham History
Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's a young and growing museum, and you'll also find exhibits throughout the community. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Upcoming events: Nuevo Espíritu de Durham Closing Reception Saturday, January 4th, 2020 5 … [Read more...] about A Creative Protest: MLK Comes to Durham Exhibit Opening at Museum of Durham History
Science Cafe (and more) at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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. Make sure to check the location. Prairie Ridge Ecostation, 1671 … [Read more...] about Science Cafe (and more) at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Upcoming events at North Carolina Museum of History
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. Monday–Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Current Exhibits Quilt-Speak: Uncovering Women's Voices Through Quilts Toy Boom: Toys from the … [Read more...] about Upcoming events at North Carolina Museum of History
Poetry Reading and more at NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design
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. Monday: closed Tuesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (open until 7 p.m. first Friday of month for First Fridays) Saturday: 10 a.m. … [Read more...] about Poetry Reading and more at NC State’s Gregg Museum of Art & Design
