North Carolina Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting a free family-friendly community day focusing on the exhibition "The Time Is Always Now" on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The special event takes place in the East Building and Museum Plaza. Enjoy free exhibition access and family-friendly tours, work on hands-on activities to create … [Read more...] about Free Community Day at North Carolina Museum of Art June 21: “The Time Is Always Now”
Museums and attractions
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
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
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
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
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
Museum Movie Night at NC Museum of Natural Sciences March 7: Spaceballs
North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, at 11 West Jones Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, is hosting Museum Movie Night on Friday, March 7, 2025, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. The featured movie is Spaceballs. Catch the hilarious adventures of Lone Starr, Barf, Princess Vespa, and Dark Helmet from the Mel Brooks classic on the big screen! Tickets are $5 for general admission and $3 for museum … [Read more...] about Museum Movie Night at NC Museum of Natural Sciences March 7: Spaceballs
Santa at Ava Gardner Museum Dec. 8
Santa will be at Ava Gardner Museum, 325 E Market Street, Smithfield, North Carolina, on Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m. At just $5 a person, you'll receive a printed 5x7 photo with Santa (and unlimited photos taken on your phone), homemade Christmas cookies, a festive drink and admission to the Ava Gardner Museum! Pets are not allowed at this event. Look for updates on the Facebook … [Read more...] about Santa at Ava Gardner Museum Dec. 8
Sensory-Friendly Night at Kidzu Children’s Museum
The third Wednesday of the every month, Kidzu Children's Museum, 201 S Estes Drive, Chapel Hill, NC, hosts Sensory-Friendly Nights. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and is FREE to attend, but registration is required. Siblings and other family members are encouraged to attend and participate. You might also be interested in the monthly sensory-friendly playtime and movie at … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Night at Kidzu Children’s Museum
