Come hone your knowledge of native birds and plants by walking the trail with us! Participants will learn or improve visual, vocal, and behavioral bird identification skills. We will also take a closer look at the plants found along the trail and learn about their place in the ecosystem.

Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to join us for our new literacy program about animals in our collection! We’ll read a book about one of our animals - with their assistance, of course! After we finish our tale, we’ll have a related craft for you to complete and take home. Come ready for […]

For ages 4 – 6. Pre-registration required. Member Exclusive. Adult tickets are complimentary and are not registered online. Registration for this event is now closed. What do you know about the animals from the Ice Age?  Listen as we read a short story about some of the different animals that lived during the Ice Age.  […]

The Carolina Skygazers Astronomy Club meets the second Tuesday of every month, except December, at 7:30 pm. We would love to have you join us! The Museum doors open at 7 pm. Exhibits and all other spaces except for meeting areas are closed. Meetings of the Carolina Skygazers are always free for members and prospective […]

Come hone your knowledge of native birds and plants by walking the trail with us! Participants will learn or improve visual, vocal, and behavioral bird identification skills. We will also take a closer look at the plants found along the trail and learn about their place in the ecosystem. The Museum Trail Nature Walk is FREE and […]

Find out what it takes to keep our streams healthy! We will take a visit to our very own stream in the Museum’s backyard to learn how to test water quality, identify macroinvertebrates, and explore the variety of life in the stream. Be prepared to get wet! This program is free with general admission and […]

Curious about the plants in your backyard? Join us for a seminar series where you will learn how to identify native, invasive, and endangered plant species of the Piedmont through nature walks and hands-on activities. Series Topics: March 25 – Native Species April 29 – Flowers and their Pollinators May 27 – Invasive Species Suggested […]