The Schiele, at 1500 E Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia, North Carolina, is hosting Reptile & Amphibian Day on Saturday, May 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to … [Read more...] about Reptile & Amphibian Day at The Schiele May 18
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.
Earth Day at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S New Hope Road, Belmont, North Carolina, is hosting an Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 10 … [Read more...] about Earth Day at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Free admission to The Mint Museum for children starting May 1
The Mint Museum has announced that thanks to funds raised at Charlotte Ballet's 2024 Dancing with the Stars Gala, children can visit The Mint Museum … [Read more...] about Free admission to The Mint Museum for children starting May 1
Tractors & Trains Event at North Carolina Transportation Museum April 13
North Carolina Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina, is holding its annual Tractors & Trains event on April 12 … [Read more...] about Tractors & Trains Event at North Carolina Transportation Museum April 13
STEAM On The Wing & On The Water at Carolina Raptor Center and Quest Nature Center April 13 — free admission
Carolina Raptor Center, at 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville (within Latta Nature Preserve) is hosting STEAM On The Wing Day on Saturday, April 13, 2024, … [Read more...] about STEAM On The Wing & On The Water at Carolina Raptor Center and Quest Nature Center April 13 — free admission
Solar Eclipse Weekend at The Schiele Museum, including free ice cream
The Schiele Museum of Natural History is celebrating the partial solar eclipse with a weekend of special activities. All of the events of Solar … [Read more...] about Solar Eclipse Weekend at The Schiele Museum, including free ice cream
Dan Nicholas Park: carousel, train ride, gem mining, much more, open for the season!
If you're willing to drive just a little bit -- about 45 minutes from the center of Charlotte -- you can spend the day at a family-friendly attraction … [Read more...] about Dan Nicholas Park: carousel, train ride, gem mining, much more, open for the season!
Voices of the Past at President James K. Polk State Historic Site: live painting, spoken word, more…
Voices of the Past is a free event taking place Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 2:30 to 4 p.m., at President James K. Polk State Historic Site, 12031 … [Read more...] about Voices of the Past at President James K. Polk State Historic Site: live painting, spoken word, more…
Senior Discounts in the Charlotte Area
If you're age 55+ there are some senior discounts in the Charlotte area that you might want to know about. This isn't a comprehensive list of … [Read more...] about Senior Discounts in the Charlotte Area
Charlie Houck was killed by a lion — help restore his headstone at Elmwood Cemetery
Historic Elmwood/Pinewood Cemetery, at 700 West 6th Street, is an invaluable historical resource. The headstones tell the stories of generations of … [Read more...] about Charlie Houck was killed by a lion — help restore his headstone at Elmwood Cemetery