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!
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.
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
Reed Gold Mine — tour underground mine for free, and pan for gold
Reed Gold Mine, at 9621 Reed Mine Road, Midland, North Carolina, is a treasure trove of artifacts about a unique part of North Carolina history. It … [Read more...] about Reed Gold Mine — tour underground mine for free, and pan for gold
Lovebugs Deal: Kids get in free to Museum of Illusions Charlotte Feb 11
Museum of Illusions Charlotte, at 601 S Tryon Street, Suite 138, Charlotte, North Carolina, is celebrating Valentine's Day week with a "Lovebugs" … [Read more...] about Lovebugs Deal: Kids get in free to Museum of Illusions Charlotte Feb 11
Raptor Recess at Carolina Raptor Center Jan 20
Carolina Raptor Center, 6000 Sample Road, Huntersville, North Carolina, is holding Raptor Recess on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. … [Read more...] about Raptor Recess at Carolina Raptor Center Jan 20
Discovery Place Nature Closing January 31 for Construction (including otter habitat!) — free admission Jan 17-31
Discovery Place Nature, at 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte, North Carolina, is closing, and construction on a new building will start this spring. The … [Read more...] about Discovery Place Nature Closing January 31 for Construction (including otter habitat!) — free admission Jan 17-31
Noon Years Eve Shellabration at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord
SEA LIFE Aquarium Charlotte-Concord, at Concord Mills, 8111 Concord Mills Blvd, Concord, North Carolina, is hosting an early New Year's Eve party for … [Read more...] about Noon Years Eve Shellabration at SEA LIFE Charlotte-Concord
Free admission to Mint Museum Uptown for Opening of Craft Across Continents Dec 9-10
Craft Across Continents | Contemporary Japanese and Western Objects: The Lassiter/Ferraro Collection will be displayed at Mint Museum Uptown, 500 … [Read more...] about Free admission to Mint Museum Uptown for Opening of Craft Across Continents Dec 9-10
