Bennett Place State Historic Site, at 4409 Bennett Memorial Road in Durham, is the site of a significant surrender of the south in the Civil War. It's always free to visit the visitor center and nature trails. Several special events take place at Bennett Place State Historic Site. Here is one of the upcoming events (Visit Bennett Place's website or Facebook page for all the events.) The Promise … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Themed Guided Tours at Bennett Place in May
Museums and attractions
Teen Science Cafe at the Museum of Life and Science May 21
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 May 21
NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art May 15
NCMA After Hours a chance to spend time with art once your workday is over. The event takes place Thursday, May 15, 2025, from 5 to 9 p.m., at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This free event includes entry to both special exhibitions The Time Is Always Now: Artists Reframe the Black Figure and Grace Hartigan: The Gift of Attention, thanks to … [Read more...] about NCMA After Hours at North Carolina Museum of Art May 15
CAM Raleigh: closed
UPDATE: CAM Raleigh is closed. Stay tuned for updates. 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. Find more upcoming events. … [Read more...] about CAM Raleigh: closed
Museum of Durham History: Opening Event for Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery
Museum of Durham History, at 500 W. Main Street between Downtown Durham and Brightleaf Square, is free to visit. It's open Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. It's open late for Durham Third Friday. Events with Museum of Durham History Panel Discussion Honoring Joyce Clayton Thorpe Nichols at Library Fest 2025Saturday, April 12, 202511 a.m. to 1 … [Read more...] about Museum of Durham History: Opening Event for Unearthing Stories of Geer Cemetery
Easter Egg Roll at the Wendell Museum April 19
The Wendell Museum, at 122 W Second Street, Wendell, NC, is open from 1 to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. It's free to visit, but donations are welcome. The museum highlights the rich history and culture of Wendell, including a timeline, people, businesses, agriculture, veterans, schools, churches and civic clubs. The museum is housed in the former home of Alex Wall, longtime … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Roll at the Wendell Museum April 19
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
