The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd. in Gastonia, is probably familiar to many kids, who … [Read more...] about Free Friday afternoon and planetarium show at Schiele Museum (reservation needed)
Museums & Attractions
Charlotte's museum scene is alive and kicking. Learn about how to visit museums and attractions for free or at a discount, and also learn about all their special events.
Charlotte Museum of History: Virtual program and An Afternoon on the Grounds
Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Drive, is closed to visitors, but in anticipation of its reopening, is inviting guests onto the … [Read more...] about Charlotte Museum of History: Virtual program and An Afternoon on the Grounds
MLK Day Virtual Celebration from Gantt Center
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture is celebrating MLK Day in 2021 through virtual events. They're all free to … [Read more...] about MLK Day Virtual Celebration from Gantt Center
MLK Day! Virtual Family Day Celebration from Levine Museum of the New South
The Levine Museum of the New South is celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a free online event. MLK Day! Virtual Family Day Celebration takes … [Read more...] about MLK Day! Virtual Family Day Celebration from Levine Museum of the New South
Charlotte museums temporarily close again
On Tuesday, January 12th, 2021, the Public Health Director of Mecklenburg County announced a three-week directive to protect residents from COVID-19, … [Read more...] about Charlotte museums temporarily close again
Mint Museum temporarily closes both locations
Important Update: Mint Museum has announced that they are temporarily closing both museums, effective from January 13th to February 2nd, in … [Read more...] about Mint Museum temporarily closes both locations
Postponed: “Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine” coming to Discovery Place Science — and here are some discounts
UPDATE: Discovery Place museums have temporarily closed, so you'll need to wait to see the new Artificial Intelligence exhibit, which … [Read more...] about Postponed: “Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine” coming to Discovery Place Science — and here are some discounts
Historic Latta Plantation hosts historic re-enactors Piedmont Partisans this weekend
Historic Latta Plantation, at 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville, is a circa 1800 plantation and living history site featuring guided home tours, farm … [Read more...] about Historic Latta Plantation hosts historic re-enactors Piedmont Partisans this weekend
Free virtual Family First workshop with Gantt Center: Homemade Fabric Coloring
The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, at 551 South Tryon Street at Levine Center for the Arts, often … [Read more...] about Free virtual Family First workshop with Gantt Center: Homemade Fabric Coloring
Free mini art kits at Mint Museum Randolph
Mint Museum has reopened to the public, after its long closure, at 50% capacity. All visitors are required to wear masks. Timed ticketing … [Read more...] about Free mini art kits at Mint Museum Randolph