The 18th Annual African American Cultural Celebration will take place at at the North Carolina Museum of History, 5 East Edenton Street, Raleigh, on Saturday, January 26th, 2019, 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 18th annual African American Cultural Celebration will feature more than 75 musicians, storytellers, … [Read more...] about 18th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History Jan 26
Museums and attractions
Get your free tickets for Duke Energy Family Day: Musical Adventures at NC Museum of Art
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 is one of the upcoming events. You can see them all here. Duke Energy Family Day: Musical Adventures Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 10 a.m. East and West Buildings Free (Tickets … [Read more...] about Get your free tickets for Duke Energy Family Day: Musical Adventures at NC Museum of Art
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. Subscribing to Triangle on the … [Read more...] about Free days at museums in the Triangle
Free lecture and book signing 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: Public Lecture and Book Signing Friday, … [Read more...] about Free lecture and book signing at Museum of Durham History
Opening Night Reception for New Permanent Collection Gallery at Orange County Historical Museum
The Orange County Historical Museum, at 201 N. Churton Street, Hillsborough, is operated by the Historical Foundation of Hillsborough and Orange County. It's open Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m The museum is closed to the public Mondays, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and for several weeks during the holiday season. It's free to visit. The … [Read more...] about Opening Night Reception for New Permanent Collection Gallery at Orange County Historical Museum
Stagville Under the Stars
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 plantations 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 Stagville Under the Stars
Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Ring in 2019 a little bit early with Marbles Kids Museum's Noon Year's Eve Party. It takes place on Monday, December 31st, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is included in the regular price of admission, which is $7. Ring in the "noon" year with line dances, wacky activities and bubble wrap fireworks. The marble drops at 12 noon. The museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Monday, … [Read more...] about Marbles Kids Museum Noon Year’s Eve Party
Free Family Night at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs
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. If you do pre-register you'll receive a schedule of events, a list of activities and other preparatory … [Read more...] about Free Family Night at Marbles Kids Museum for kids with special needs
23rd 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 17th, 2018, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event. Musicians, dancers, artists, storytellers, and authors from North Carolina’s eight state-recognized tribes will gather for this popular family event. Named a Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society, … [Read more...] about 23rd American Indian Heritage Celebration at North Carolina Museum of History
Tickets on sale soon for Santa Train at Museum of Life + Science
The Museum of Life + Science will host its Santa Train this year, and tickets are going on sale soon. They go fast, so mark these dates on your calendar for when tickets go on sale: Supporting Members: October 30, 9:00am Explorer Members: November 1, 9:00am Business Members: November 5, 9:00am General Public: November 6, 9:00am You might also be interested in: … [Read more...] about Tickets on sale soon for Santa Train at Museum of Life + Science
