Collaborations

Museum affiliate groups foster research, education and an appreciation of our natural heritage. These groups hold regular meetings at the Museum as well as outings/events that are open to the public. Visit their Web sites or use the contact information below for more information.

North Carolina Entomological Society

The organization promotes entomological research activities, interactions among professional and amateur entomologists, and public education. Contact Kelly Oten at kelly.oten@ncagr.gov or Victor Mascarenhasvictor.mascarenhas@syngenta.com

North Carolina Fossil Club

www.ncfossilclub.org
The North Carolina Fossil Club is a hobby-based organization that engages in and supports the study, enjoyment and collection of fossils. The NCFC has general club meetings at 1:30pm on the third Sunday of January, March, May, July and September usually in the Museum's Level A Conference Room. Every three years in November, the Club partners with the Museum to hold their annual Fossil Fair. Each meeting includes a guest speaker or other fossil related program followed by a general business meeting and a "show and tell" period. Guests are welcome. Contact Mike Bruff at ncfossilclub@gmail.com.

North Carolina Herpetological Society

www.ncherps.org
The society is made up of amateur and professional herpetologists who work to achieve conservation of reptiles and amphibians through public education, distribution of scientific information and research activities. Contact Jerry Reynolds at jerry.reynolds@naturalsciences.org or 919.707.9884.

Raleigh Astronomy Club

www.raleighastro.org
The club promotes amateur astronomy, and its members watch the skies at the club's observatory or other dark-sky locations. Call 919.460.7900.

Triangle Troglodytes Grotto

www.RTPnet.org/~tritrogs
The organization is dedicated to cave conservation, exploration and education.

Wake Audubon Society

www.wakeaudubon.org
The Society has a diverse group of members who share a common interest in the conservation of all wildlife, stewardship of the environment and protection of biodiversity. Contact John Connors at 919.707.9269.