The Museum of the Waxhaws, 8215 Waxhaw Hwy, Waxhaw, North Carolina, is hosting a Presidents Day celebration on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 10 a.m. … [Read more...] about Presidents Day at the Museum of the Waxhaws — free for kids
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.
Sensory-Friendly Events around Charlotte
At times, performances and attractions can be overwhelming for people with sensory sensitivities, including those with autism. Some movies theaters, … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly Events around Charlotte
Sensory Friendly Day at North Carolina Transportation Museum April 21
North Carolina Transportation Museum, 1 Samuel Spencer Drive, Spencer, North Carolina, is hosting Sensory Friendly Day on Sunday, April 6, 2025, from … [Read more...] about Sensory Friendly Day at North Carolina Transportation Museum April 21
Wednesday Night Live — free admission to three museums, plus free art-making activity
The Levine Center for the Arts' Wednesday Night Live takes place every Wednesday evening. The three museums that are part of Levine Center for the … [Read more...] about Wednesday Night Live — free admission to three museums, plus free art-making activity
Schiele Museum: free admission Feb. 11 after 4 p.m.
The Schiele Museum of Natural History, the excellent museum at 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., Gastonia, North Carolina, is probably familiar to … [Read more...] about Schiele Museum: free admission Feb. 11 after 4 p.m.
Hugh Torance House and Store: Free tours, and more…
The Hugh Torance House and Store, at 8231 Gilead Road, Huntersville, is one of Mecklenburg County's only surviving 18th century structures, and is … [Read more...] about Hugh Torance House and Store: Free tours, and more…
Afro Legacy Fest at Gantt Center Feb. 8
Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts+Culture, in partnership with La Casa de la Cultura, is presenting Afro Legacy Fest 2025 on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Afro Legacy Fest at Gantt Center Feb. 8
Free Art Kits at Mint Museum Randolph Feb. 5 to 8 — “Silver Clouds”
Mint Museum Randolph, at 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, regularly offers free art kits, which are related to one of the museum's … [Read more...] about Free Art Kits at Mint Museum Randolph Feb. 5 to 8 — “Silver Clouds”
Fossil Fair at The Schiele Museum of Natural History Feb 22
One of the most popular events at The Schiele Museum of Natural History is the annual one-day Fossil Fair. Fossil Fair takes place Saturday, … [Read more...] about Fossil Fair at The Schiele Museum of Natural History Feb 22
Bechtler Family Day — free admission for opening of “Virginia Jaramillo: Principle of Equivalence” Feb. 8
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, 420 S Tryon Street, Charlotte, North Carolina, is hosting a free Family Day on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Admission … [Read more...] about Bechtler Family Day — free admission for opening of “Virginia Jaramillo: Principle of Equivalence” Feb. 8
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