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: Daily Museum Tours Explore the Collection Tuesdays–Fridays, 1:30 … [Read more...] about Frida Fridays at NC Museum of Art: $5 off exhibit tickets to Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism and Scott Avett: I N V I S I B L E
Museums and attractions
Science Cafe, Science at the Movies (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, Science at the Movies (and more) at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
19th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
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
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
24th American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
The popular American Indian Heritage Celebration will take place at North Carolina Museum of History on Saturday, November 23rd, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Please note that the Raleigh Christmas Parade is taking place this morning, so there will be some street closures. Musicians, dancers, artists, storytellers, and authors from North … [Read more...] about 24th American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
Second Friday Artist Talks at The Ackland Art Museum (and more)
Ackland Art Museum, on the University of North Carolina campus, at 101 South Columbia Street, is always free to visit. Its permanent collection consists of more than 17,000 works of art, featuring North Carolina’s premier collections of Asian art and works of art on paper (drawings, prints, and photographs), as well as significant collections of European masterworks, twentieth-century and … [Read more...] about Second Friday Artist Talks at The Ackland Art Museum (and more)
Free: Family Fun Spooktacular at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs Oct 29
Marbles Kids Museum, 201 Hargett Street, Raleigh, periodically holds Family Fun Nights for kids with special needs and their families. Admission is free. It's an opportunity for kids to experience Marbles in a calmer, quieter environment. Pre-registration is optional. Next up: Family Fun Night Spooktacular Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free Children … [Read more...] about Free: Family Fun Spooktacular at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs Oct 29
Durham School of the Arts Showcase: Día de los Muertos Alters 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. It recently celebrated its 5th birthday. Upcoming event: Durham School of the Arts Showcase: … [Read more...] about Durham School of the Arts Showcase: Día de los Muertos Alters at Museum of Durham History
Current Exhibits and Upcoming Events 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 Current Exhibits and Upcoming Events at City of Raleigh Museum
Duke Energy Family Day: Día de la Familia at NC Museum of Art (free, but RSVP required)
North Carolina Museum of Art , 2100 Blue Ridge Road, is free to visit, although some special exhibits are ticketed. It also hosts many events every month, and many of these events are free. Here are some of the upcoming events. You can see them all here. Museum Park Tours Saturdays (currently scheduled through October 26th, 2019) 10:30 a.m. Museum Park Free Enjoy art and nature … [Read more...] about Duke Energy Family Day: Día de la Familia at NC Museum of Art (free, but RSVP required)
