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)
Museums and attractions
Pauli Murray Center: Free Community Day April 12
Pauli Murray Center for History and Social Justice, at 906 Carroll Street, Durham, North Carolina, is hosting a free community day on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pauli Murray's childhood home will be open to the public during this time for anyone to drop in and explore. Members of the staff will be on site to answer any questions you may have. Registration is not required … [Read more...] about Pauli Murray Center: Free Community Day April 12
Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe April 11
Once a month, N.C. Museum of Natural sciences holds a free event for teens, Teen Science Café. These events usually 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 … [Read more...] about Teen Science Café at Daily Planet Cafe April 11
Matriarchs of Mordecai — Women’s History Month Event March 29
Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Matriarchs of Mordecai on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explore the stories of the women of Mordecai Historic Park during this special event: Everything except the park and trolley tours are free. You can purchase trolley tour tickets in advance (follow the link above.) Buy park tour tickets on … [Read more...] about Matriarchs of Mordecai — Women’s History Month Event March 29
Ackland Art Museum: Public Opening of “Phantom Limb” March 27
Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus, at 101 South Columbia Street, is always free to visit. The Ackland's permanent collection features more than 19,000 works of art, including Asian art, North Carolina pottery, collections of European masterworks, and more. Visiting Ackland Art Museum Hours Ackland Art Museum is free to visit. Hours are Wednesday to Saturday … [Read more...] about Ackland Art Museum: Public Opening of “Phantom Limb” March 27
Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s Science for All: A sensory-friendly science night March 23
On Sunday, March 23, 2025, Morehead Planetarium and Science Center is hosting Science For All: A Sensory-Friendly Science Night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Morehead is at 250 E Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, North Carolina. On this special evening, Morehead is making changes to fit various sensory sensitivities. Guests of all ages can experience interactive activities, full-dome theater shows, … [Read more...] about Morehead Planetarium and Science Center’s Science for All: A sensory-friendly science night March 23
3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
The Friends of the City of Raleigh Museum in collaboration, with Artist Studio Project, are presenting the 3rd Annual International Children’s Day. It will take place May 31, 2025, 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, including the young … [Read more...] about 3rd Annual International Children’s Day at the City of Raleigh Museum May 31
Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science March 20
The Museum of Science, 433 W Murray Avenue, Durham, North Carolina, has introduced a new program, Teen Science Cafe. Teen Science Cafe is a free event designed just for teens. Connect with a STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) professional, hear about their exciting career, enjoy some free snacks, and dive into a fun, hands-on activity. Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your … [Read more...] about Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science March 20
Wake Forest Historical Museum offers more opening hours — free to visit
The Wake Forest Historical Museum, at 414 N Main Street, Wake Forest, North Carolina, is free to visit. More opening hours have been added. Visit: Tour the historic Calvin Jones House, explore the exhibits in the new museum building, and stroll through the beautiful gardens. The Calvin Jones House was the first administrative building of Wake Forest College and was saved from demolition by … [Read more...] about Wake Forest Historical Museum offers more opening hours — free to visit
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 Museum of … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
