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 Online trivia with North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
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Virtual events from NC Museum of Art
NOTE: The museum is currently closed, and the in-person events are on hold. Please keep reading to learn about some virtual events that are taking place. When NC Museum of Art, at 2110 Blue Ridge Road in Raleigh, re-opens, admission will again be free, and there will be many events scheduled. Some of them will be free as well. Make sure to check the NC Museum of Art calendar for other … [Read more...] about Virtual events from NC Museum of Art
Frederick Douglass Virtual Community Reading for July 5th
Stagville State Historic Site, 5828 Old Oxford Highway in Durham, 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 American … [Read more...] about Frederick Douglass Virtual Community Reading for July 5th
North Carolina Zoo has reopened: What you need to know before you go
The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, re-opening on June 15th, after an extended closure. Some things will be different. Here's what you need to know for the 2020 operating season, including required reservations and more. 2020 North Carolina Zoo Modifications The North Carolina Zoo has put safety precautions and protocols in place for the well-being of guests and … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo has reopened: What you need to know before you go
History at Home with 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. The museum is temporarily closed, and all in-person events are canceled, but North Carolina Museum of History has put together History at Home, a collection of online … [Read more...] about History at Home with North Carolina Museum of History
Postcards From Durham: Virtual Live Event from Preservation Durham and 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. Normally It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., but, of course, is closed right now. It's got some virtual events planned, … [Read more...] about Postcards From Durham: Virtual Live Event from Preservation Durham and Museum of Durham History
Nasher Museum of Art
Update: The Nasher Museum is temporarily closed. Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University, 2001 Campus Drive, Durham, offers free admission on Thursdays. It also hosts some free events. Normally admission is: $7 Adults $5 Seniors (65 and older) $4 Non-Duke students with student ID FREE ADMISSION FOR: Nasher Museum members Children 17 and under Duke students, faculty … [Read more...] about Nasher Museum of Art
Postponed: Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
Update: This event has been postponed. The Annual Reptile and Amphibian Day will take place at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, 11 W. Jones Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, March 14th, 2020, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It's free to attend and perfect for all ages. The theme this year is vipers! There will be presentations in the Daily Planet Theater and the Windows on the World stage … [Read more...] about Postponed: Reptile & Amphibian Day at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
CAM Raleigh’s First Friday, Family Day, and Spring Artists Reception all this weekend
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, and a description of Corey Pemberton's exhibit, creature, … [Read more...] about CAM Raleigh’s First Friday, Family Day, and Spring Artists Reception all this weekend
Teen Science Café at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Open MInds Teen Science Café Each Open Minds Teen Science Café include a scientist presentation, an interactive activity relating to the discussion, a Q&A session, and time to meet other teens who enjoy science. This program is recommended for participants ages 11–17. The first 50 teens to arrive will receive … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences
