Person County Museum of History, 309 N Main Street, Roxboro, North Carolina, is hosting Person Pre-History on Saturday, July 27, 2024, from 2 to 4 p.m. At this free event, you can explore all things dinosaurs! Paleontologist Kayleigh Long, a Roxboro native, will share her extensive knowledge of the dinosaurs and other creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago. She will also be … [Read more...] about Pre-History Day at Person County Museum of History July 27
Museums and attractions
North Carolina Zoo Offering Special Discount Admission for Randolph County Residents Aug 5-30
The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, is offering a special discount for Randolph County residents, in celebration of the zoo's 50th anniversary. This discount is meant to show appreciation for residents of Randolph County, who advocated tirelessly in the 1970s for the state zoo to be built in the heart of North Carolina. From August 5 to 30, 2024, residents who show a valid … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo Offering Special Discount Admission for Randolph County Residents Aug 5-30
Free Community Day for “To Take Shape and Meaning” at North Carolina Museum of Art July 21
To Take Shape and Meaning is an exhibit at North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, that brings together a wide range of indigenous art and culture through 3-D works. It's on exhibit through January 28, 2024. It's a ticketed exhibit. Tickets are $20 for adults, $17 for seniors age 65+, and free for youth 18 and under, as well as college students. Free for … [Read more...] about Free Community Day for “To Take Shape and Meaning” at North Carolina Museum of Art July 21
Amateur Radio Kids Day at Wendell Museum June 15
AARL Amateur Radio Kids Day takes place on Saturday, June 15, 2024, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Wendell Museum, 122 W Second Street, Wendell, North Carolina. Admission is free. Amateur Radio Kids Day is a worldwide event. Kids can operate an amateur radio station and talk to other kids around the world over a ham radio. … [Read more...] about Amateur Radio Kids Day at Wendell Museum June 15
The Road to Brown: Film Screening and Panel Discussion, presented by 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 free to visit, and is open from daily from 11 am. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays by appointment. Free tours are available upon request. Current Exhibits Permanent exhibit The permanent exhibit presents the development of Orange County, NC, in … [Read more...] about The Road to Brown: Film Screening and Panel Discussion, presented by Orange County Historical Museum
Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
The Gregg Museum, the art museum on the NC State campus, at 1903 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is launching its first ever summer art program for kids. It will take place every Tuesday in June and July, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Activities will focus on learning about artwork through the Gregg Museum's exhibits.Sessions are tailored to specific age groups. This is a … [Read more...] about Free summer art program for kids at Gregg Museum
The American Soldier Through the Ages at Bennett Place Historic Site May 25
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 … [Read more...] about The American Soldier Through the Ages at Bennett Place Historic Site May 25
Blue Star Museums: free admission to military members and families all summer
Blue Star Museums is a program that provides free admission to over 2,000 museums nationwide to active duty military personnel and their families. The program includes National Guard and Reserve. The program began on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 18, 2024, and ends on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024. The military ID holder can bring five family members with him or her, and … [Read more...] about Blue Star Museums: free admission to military members and families all summer
Historic Hillsborough Excursion Day May 18
Experience Hillsborough, a small town with big history, at Historic Hillsborough Excursion Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Local sites are coming together to showcase Hillsborough's historic significance through demonstrations, exhibits, tours and more. This is a great chance to learn about this unique little town and take pride in its historic roots! Stop by the … [Read more...] about Historic Hillsborough Excursion Day May 18
Grand Opening of Dueling Dinosaurs at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences April 27
The eagerly anticipated exhibit, Dueling Dinosaurs, is opening at the Nature Research Center at North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in April, 2024. The Nature Research Center is at 121 W Jones Street, Raleigh. The exhibit will be FREE to visit, but tickets will be required every day except the Grand Opening. Read on for information about the exhibit, tickets and the grand … [Read more...] about Grand Opening of Dueling Dinosaurs at N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences April 27
