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RALEIGH, N.C. — Learn about famed naturalist Charles Darwin, take a closer look at his theories and their impact on current research, and meet some of the scientists who are continuing his work when the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences hosts Darwin Day on Saturday, February 11, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. Keynote speaker Christie… Read More >

Raleigh Mayor Nancy McFarlane returns as “Groundhog Whisperer” to mark Museum’s 20th annual Groundhog Day celebration RALEIGH, N.C. – This year’s weather got off to an unusual start in North Carolina, with temperatures in the capital city ranging from an icy 9°F to a balmy 76°F in the same week. But now it’s Sir Walter… Read More >

N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences hosts free exhibit about the science, history and lived experiences of race in America, April 22–September 4 RALEIGH — The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences is pleased to announce that it will host the award-winning exhibition RACE: Are We So Different? from April 22 to September 4, 2017. Three… Read More >

RALEIGH, N.C. — In case you missed it, this year features the Great American Total Solar Eclipse, the first one visible from the U.S. mainland since 1979. What better time to dive into details of the Sun and other stars, when the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences hosts Astronomy Days, Saturday, January 28, 9… Read More >

UPDATE: Parking is back to normal in the area of the Museum due to the inaugural events being moved indoors to Memorial Auditorium at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts. The planned inaugural parade has been canceled. Due to the governor’s inaugural events, several state parking facilities near the Museum will be closed… Read More >