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.
Museums in North Carolina are now permitted to reopen, at 50% capacity. Here's a rundown of museums in the Charlotte region, and what their reopening … [Read more...] about Update: Reopening plans of 18 Charlotte area museums
The North Carolina Zoo, at 4401 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, re-opened on June 15th, after an extended closure. Some things will be different. Here's … [Read more...] about North Carolina Zoo has reopened: What you need to know before you go
We recently shared information on how the North Carolina Zoo has reopened, with timed tickets and other modifications. If you want to venture south … [Read more...] about Riverbanks Zoo & Garden open with timed tickets
Update: This event has been canceled. Once a month, on the third Friday of the month, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, in conjunction with Bank of … [Read more...] about Canceled: Bechtler by Night March 20
UPDATE: The randomly select winner is Cynthia Carver! Congratulations! SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord, at Concord Mills, has a special membership … [Read more...] about Winner announced for free family pack of 4 memberships to SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art's next Family Day is Saturday, February 15th, 2020, from 12 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission is free for kids under 18, and … [Read more...] about Kids get free admission to Bechtler Museum on Family Day February 15
Science on the Rocks a fun, themed event at Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon Street, for adults 21 and older. It takes place every third Friday … [Read more...] about Science on the Rocks at Discovery Place: Wizarding World
The winter is a great time to visit Charlotte's museums. (Actually, it's always a good time.) If you'd like to save a little bit of money, read on for … [Read more...] about Discounts on museums, including Bechtler, Mint, Gantt Center, and more
Sunday, December 8th, 2019, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., enjoy Sunday Fun Day at Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon Street. Admission is free for kids … [Read more...] about Sunday Fun Day at Mint Museum Uptown: kids get in free December 8
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, 6500 S. New Hope Road, Belmont, is now offering $1 admission per person to families that participate in the … [Read more...] about Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden joins Discovery Place in offering $1 admission for families in SNAP program
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